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Ecopetrol's bond issuance and profit surge
Ecopetrol raised $2 billion in bonds and reported an 83% profit increase to $13.7 billion amid favorable market conditions.
Running story — the local press covered it again on 12 November 2026.
The story so far as of 12 November 2026
On 10 November, Ecopetrol raised $2 billion through a bond issuance to refinance its debt and fund its acquisition of Brava Energia in Brazil. The bond sale attracted $6.9 billion in demand and over 235 investors. On 12 November, Ecopetrol reported an 83% increase in net profit for the first nine months of 2026, reaching $13.7 billion, driven by higher oil prices and improved refining margins. Revenues grew by 14.3% to $103.9 billion.
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Ecopetrol profits soar 83% to $13.7 billion
Impact Investors in Ecopetrol benefit from strong profit growth and revenue increases amid favorable oil market conditions.
Sources: El Colombiano ↗, El Tiempo Economía ↗, Valora Analitik ↗
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Ecopetrol raises $2 billion in bond issuance
Impact Lenders to Ecopetrol see improved credit conditions as the company reduces its debt load.
Sources: El Tiempo Economía ↗, Valora Analitik ↗, La República ↗
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