This move places the Colombian government in direct competition with former AFPs.
Chilean executive takes over Colfondos presidency
His experience in the Chilean pension system was considered critical for dealing with the challenges of the new pension system approved in Colombia.
Porvenir gets 48.1% of participants in ACCAI selection process
The process showed some correlation with AFPs’ percentage market share before approval of the pension reform.
Strong criticism of the pension reform from some AFPs
The bidding process for 10% of existing participants is one of the issues of most concern to players in this market.
Congress passes reform confirming the individually funded model
With the support of the main political forces, Congress finally passed the pension system reform. The reform raises contributions, confirms the role of AFPs and strengthens social protection.
Mid-January is the deadline for choosing a pension manager
In this first stage, participants will be allocated to the four existing AFPs but by mid-2025 new managers will be entering the system.
Guillermo Zamarripa appointed as new President of FIAP
Zamarripa, will succeed Guillermo Arthur, who led the Federation for over two decades. Additionally, FIAP’s internal structure was reinforced, with Karol Fernández serving as Executive Vice President.
Regulatory change by Consar now allows Afores to invest in active ETFs
The regulatory update had been long awaited by several asset managers, who can now compete on a more level playing field for a market valued at approximately USD 50 billion.
Regulators focus on the special features of alternative assets
Solange Berstein and Osvaldo Macías favored adapting the offering to the liquidity of the underlying asset and preparing managers' teams to work with this asset class.
Consar updates Afore investment regime
Afores will be able to invest up to 30% in alternative products. Greater investment in national projects such as energy and infrastructure will be encouraged.