Tecnoglass Inc.
For the period ended Dec 31, 2025. Filed Mar 2, 2026.
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FY2025 · Filed Mar 2, 2026
What changed in Risk Factors?
Read the current filingPrevious report: 10-K
Period ended 2024-12-31; filed 2025-02-28.
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Item 1A. Risk FactorsCurrent report: 10-K
Period ended 2025-12-31; filed 2026-03-02.
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Item 1A. Risk FactorsThe baseline is this issuer’s latest earlier reporting period of the same form that was filed before the current report. A previous 10-Q is a different quarter, not a year-over-year comparison. Amendments are excluded.
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Tables are not compared: 7 previous and 7 current tables excluded. Dates, whitespace, punctuation and numbering changes are ignored; changes to financial figures remain significant.
A changed paragraph is not evidence that risk increased or decreased. An unchanged paragraph does not establish that risk stayed the same.
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Current report
During 2025, Moody’s, S&P and Fitch, three of the main rating agencies worldwide, downgraded Colombia’s credit profile due to weakening public finances, with Moody’s lowering its rating to “Baa3” while keeping a stable outlook as fiscal metrics deteriorated beyond original plans, S&P cutting its sovereign rating to “BB” with a negative look, and Fitch also downgrading the long-term foreign currency rating to “BB” amid persistently large fiscal deficits, rising public debt and challenges in fiscal consolidation, mirroring market concerns over the country’s fiscal trajectory even as moderate growth continued and inflation pressures eased during the year. Colombia’s macroeconomic performance in 2025 showed a moderation in growth and inflation dynamics. Official data and projections indicate the country’s GDP is expected to increase around 2%-3%, while inflation closed at 5.1%, above the central bank’s 3% target, and similar to the 5.2% inflation rate of 2024. In addition, Colombia’s central bank (Banco de la República) is maintaining a restrictive monetary stance, raising its monetary policy interest rate 100 basis points to 10.25%, largely due to strong internal demand and cost pressures including significant labor cost increases from a higher minimum wage declared for 2026.
Current report
The United States has imposed import tariffs on certain steel and aluminum articles under Section 232 of the Trade Expansion Act of 1962, and these measures have been adjusted over time through proclamations and related administrative actions (including changes to product coverage, rates, exclusions and enforcement). In addition, on April 2, 2025, the President issued Executive Order 14257, which directed that imported articles be subject to an additional 10% ad valorem duty pursuant to a declared national emergency under the International Emergency Economic Powers Act (IEEPA), with specified effective dates. Multiple lawsuits have challenged the President’s authority to impose tariffs under IEEPA and stays and ongoing appeals have contributed to uncertainty regarding the ultimate outcome and any related changes to scope, duration, or potential refunds. The adoption, modification or escalation of these or other tariff regimes, as well as retaliatory measures by other countries, could materially and adversely affect our business, financial condition and results of operations.
Current report
Given that our primary manufacturing facilities are located in Colombia and approximately 94.8% of our sales for the fiscal year ended December 31, 2025, were generated in the United States, these tariffs directly increase our costs and may pressure our profit margins.
Current report
In response to these trade barriers, we have strategically shifted our supply chain to source U.S.-casted aluminum, which has allowed us to mitigate a portion of the financial impact. However, despite these mitigation efforts, any further escalation in tariff rates, the potential removal of U.S.-Colombia Trade Promotion Agreement benefits, or retaliatory measures by the Colombian government could still disrupt our supply chain and reduce our price competitiveness. Such developments could have a material adverse effect on our financial condition and results of operations.
Current report
The Russian invasion of Ukraine starting in February 2022 has contributed to elevated global tensions and the imposition of economic sanctions and trade restrictions between the United States, the European Union and other countries.
Current report
In addition, attacks and security threats in and around the Red Sea associated with Yemen’s Houthi group, and related military tensions involving the United States and certain allies, have disrupted maritime trade and affected shipping patterns for certain carriers, including through the Suez Canal corridor, resulting in rerouting, longer transit times and increased freight costs in certain periods.
Current report
Geopolitical instability in the Americas may also increase regional volatility. On January 3, 2026, U.S. forces captured Venezuelan President Nicolás Maduro in a military operation, which has heightened uncertainty regarding regional stability, diplomatic relations and sanctions policy.
Current report
Colombia has experienced, and continues to experience, internal security challenges that could adversely affect the Colombian economy and our business, results of operations and financial condition. These challenges include the activities of illegal armed groups—including the National Liberation Army (ELN), dissident factions formerly associated with the Revolutionary Armed Forces of Colombia (FARC), paramilitary successor groups and criminal organizations involved in narcotrafficking—which in certain regions engage in intimidation, extortion, and attacks that can disrupt commerce, transportation and governmental presence. Although Colombia has implemented peace and related security initiatives over time, violence and criminal activity persist and may escalate, and the government’s evolving security strategy may affect operating conditions for businesses in Colombia. Any deterioration in security conditions could negatively affect demand in the construction industry, the safety and availability of our employees and contractors, our logistics and supply chain, and overall economic and foreign-exchange stability in Colombia.
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Previous report
During 2024, Moody’s, S&P and Fitch, three of the main rating agencies worldwide, ratings for Colombia maintained at “Baa2”, “BB+”, and “BB+” respectively, where Moody’s and Fitch had a Stable outlook and S&P reported a negative outlook. The ratings reflect their expectation of fiscal deficit to remain under levels established by the Autonomous Fiscal Rule Committee, and moderate economic growth. Colombia’s real GDP increased 1.7% in 2024. A high Monetary Interest Rate of 13% form Banco de la Republica at December 2023 reduced the annual inflation rate from 9.28% as of December 2023 to 5.20% as of December 2024. In addition, minimum wage for 2024 was agreed to increase by 9.5%.
Previous report
The 2020 global economic crisis, resulting from the outbreak of the COVID-19 pandemic which negatively affected many economic sectors and countries around the world, had negative effects on the Colombian economy. Although the Covid-19 effects have been contained as of December 2024, new variants may emerge and have a negative effect on the Colombian economy in the future.
Previous report
In January 2025, the U.S. government abruptly announced a 25% punitive tariff on Colombian imports after Colombian President Gustavo Petro refused to accept two U.S. military planes carrying deported Colombian citizens. Although the tariff was revoked before taking effect (after Colombia agreed to certain terms and assumed repatriation costs using its own aircraft. This incident underscores the unpredictability of U.S. foreign relations with Colombia and other countries. The U.S. has since imposed similar tariffs on Canada, Mexico, and China, further demonstrating the risk of sudden trade restrictions.
Previous report
Given that our manufacturing facility is based in Colombia and 96% of our sales for the fiscal year ended December 31, 2024 ocurred in the United States, any new tariffs or trade barriers could materially impact our costs, disrupt our supply chain, and reduce our price competitiveness. Additionally, future diplomatic disputes or broader protectionist policies may lead to further trade restrictions, negatively affecting our financial performance.
Previous report
The Russian invasion of Ukraine starting in February 2022 escalated global tensions between the United States and NATO countries against Russia. Colombia has also condemned Russia’s invasion of Ukraine. Multiple economic sanctions against Russia were imposed by many countries worldwide which has impacted the global economy as many commercial, industrial and financial businesses closed operations in Russia. Trade restrictions imposed on Russia have led to increasing prices of oil, fluctuation in commodities markets and destabilizing many foreign currencies exchange rates.
Previous report
In addition, military tensions between the United States alongside certain allies, and Yemen’s Houthi group, has negatively impacted global commercial trade, as many ships are not being able to navigate through the Suez Canal.
Previous report
Colombia has experienced and continues to experience internal security issues, primarily due to the activities of guerrilla groups, such as dissidents from the former Revolutionary Armed Forces of Colombia (Fuerzas Armadas Revolucionarias de Colombia, or “FARC”) and the National Liberation Army (Ejercito de Liberación Nacional, or “ELN,”) paramilitary groups and drug cartels. In remote regions of the country with minimal governmental presence, these groups have exerted influence over the local population and funded their activities by protecting, and rendering services to, drug traffickers. Even though the Colombian government’s policies have reduced guerilla presence and criminal activity, particularly in the form of terrorist attacks, homicides, kidnappings and extortion, such activity persists in Colombia, and possible escalation of such activity and the effects associated with them have had and may have in the future a negative effect on the Colombian economy and on us, including on our customers, employees, results of operations and financial condition. The Colombian government commenced peace talks with the FARC in August 2012, and peace negotiations with the ELN began in November 2016. The Colombian government and the FARC signed a peace deal on September 26, 2016, which was amended after voters rejected it in the referendum held on October 2, 2016. The agreement was signed on November 24, 2016, and was ratified by the Colombian Congress on November 30, 2016, and is being implemented. Pursuant to the peace agreements negotiated between the FARC and the Colombian government in 2016, the FARC occupies five seats in the Colombian Senate and five seats in the Colombian House of Representatives. The agreement clarifies protection to private property, is expected to increase the government’s presence in rural areas and bans former rebels from running for office in certain newly created congressional districts in post-conflict zones. As a result, during the transition process, Colombia may experience an increase in internal security issues, drug-related crime and guerilla and paramilitary activities, which may have a negative impact on the Colombian economy. Our business or financial condition could be adversely affected by rapidly changing economic or social conditions, including the Colombian government’s response to implementation of the agreement with FARC and ongoing peace negotiations, if any, which may result in legislation that increases the tax burden of Colombian companies.
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Previous wording
Our ability to offer a wide variety of products to our customers depends on receipt of adequate material supplies from manufacturers and other suppliers. It is possible in the future that our competitors or other suppliers may create products based on new technologies that are not available to us or are more effective than our products at surviving hurricane-force winds and wind-borne debris or that they may have access to products of a similar quality at lower prices. Although in some instances we have agreements with our suppliers, these agreements are generally terminable by us or the supplier counterparties on limited notice. We have a fixed set of maximum price rates, and from those prices we negotiate with the supplier of the material depending on the project. We source raw materials and glass necessary to manufacture our products from a variety of domestic and foreign suppliers. During the year ended December 31, 2024, two suppliers accounted for more than 10% of total raw material purchases, and in aggregate both account for 25.1% of total raw material purchases. Failures of third-party suppliers to provide raw materials to us in the future could have an adverse impact on our operating results or our ability to manufacture our products.
Current wording
Our ability to offer a wide variety of products to our customers depends on receipt of adequate material supplies from manufacturers and other suppliers. It is possible in the future that our competitors or other suppliers may create products based on new technologies that are not available to us or are more effective than our products at surviving hurricane-force winds and wind-borne debris or that they may have access to products of a similar quality at lower prices. Although in some instances we have agreements with our suppliers, these agreements are generally terminable by us or the supplier counterparties on limited notice. We have a fixed set of maximum price rates, and from those prices we negotiate with the supplier of the material depending on the project. We source raw materials and glass necessary to manufacture our products from a variety of domestic and foreign suppliers. During the year ended December 31, 2025, two suppliers accounted for more than 10% of total raw material purchases, and in aggregate both account for 37.3% of total raw material purchases. Failures of third-party suppliers to provide raw materials to us in the future could have an adverse impact on our operating results or our ability to manufacture our products.
Previous wording
Our ten largest third-party customers worldwide collectively accounted for 27.8% of our total sales revenue for the year ended December 31, 2024, though no single customer accounted for more than 10% of annual revenues. We also do not have any long-term requirements contracts pursuant to which we would be required to fulfill customer orders on an as-needed basis.
Current wording
Our ten largest third-party customers worldwide collectively accounted for 33.9% of our total sales revenue for the year ended December 31, 2025, though no single customer accounted for more than 10% of annual revenues. We also do not have any long-term requirements contracts pursuant to which we would be required to fulfill customer orders on an as-needed basis.
Previous wording
We are subject to risks relating to fluctuations in currency exchange rates that may affect our sales, cost of sales, operating margins and cash flows. During the year ended December 31, 2024, approximately 2.8% of our revenues and 25% of our expenses were in Colombian pesos. The remainder of our expenses and revenues were denominated, priced and realized in U.S. Dollars. In the future, and especially as we further expand our sales in other markets, our customers may increasingly make payments in non-U.S. currencies. In addition, currency devaluation can result in a loss to us if we hold monetary assets in that currency. Hedging foreign currencies can be difficult and costly, especially if the currency is not actively traded. We cannot predict the effect of future exchange rate fluctuations on our operating results.
Current wording
We are subject to risks relating to fluctuations in currency exchange rates that may affect our sales, cost of sales, operating margins and cash flows. During the year ended December 31, 2025, approximately 3.2% of our revenues and 25% of our expenses were in Colombian pesos. The remainder of our expenses and revenues were denominated, priced and realized in U.S. Dollars. In the future, and especially as we further expand our sales in other markets, our customers may increasingly make payments in non-U.S. currencies. In addition, currency devaluation can result in a loss to us if we hold monetary assets in that currency. Hedging foreign currencies can be difficult and costly, especially if the currency is not actively traded. We cannot predict the effect of future exchange rate fluctuations on our operating results.
Previous wording
Energy Holding Corporation exercises significant influence over us as a result of its majority shareholder position and voting rights. As of the date of this Form 10-K, Energy Holding Corporation beneficially owned approximately 48.9% of our outstanding ordinary shares. Energy Holding Corporation, in turn, is controlled by members of the Daes family, who together own 100% of the shares of Energy Holding Corporation. See “Principal Securityholders”. Accordingly, our controlling shareholders would have considerable influence regarding the outcome of any transaction that requires shareholder approval. In addition, if we are unable to obtain requisite approvals from Energy Holding Corporation, we may be prevented from executing critical elements of our business strategy.
Current wording
Energy Holding Corporation exercises significant influence over us as a result of its majority shareholder position and voting rights. As of the date of this Form 10-K, Energy Holding Corporation beneficially owned approximately 44.1% of our outstanding ordinary shares. Energy Holding Corporation, in turn, is controlled by members of the Daes family, who together own 100% of the shares of Energy Holding Corporation. See “Principal Securityholders”. Accordingly, our controlling shareholders would have considerable influence regarding the outcome of any transaction that requires shareholder approval. In addition, if we are unable to obtain requisite approvals from Energy Holding Corporation, we may be prevented from executing critical elements of our business strategy.
Previous wording
As of December 31, 2024, we and our subsidiaries on a consolidated basis had $111.1 million principal amount of debt outstanding. Our indebtedness could have negative consequences to our financial health. For example, it could:
Current wording
As of December 31, 2025, we and our subsidiaries on a consolidated basis had $174.4 million principal amount of debt outstanding. Our indebtedness could have negative consequences to our financial health. For example, it could:
Previous wording
In 2022, Congress and Presidential Elections took place in Colombia. We cannot assure you that measures adopted by the Colombian government under its new regime continue to be consistent with former policy and will not affect the country´s overall economic outlook and performance. The new leadership under the elected government may have negative effects on macroeconomic stability and therefore on the construction industry as a whole and finally, on the company´s operations and future prospects. Although we don’t estimate a significant effect in the short term based on current backlog and ongoing activity, it is uncertain as to how a new regime could affect our business in the longer term. In addition, we cannot predict the effects that such policies will have on the Colombian economy. Furthermore, we cannot assure you that the Colombian peso will not depreciate relative to other currencies in the future, which could have a materially adverse effect on our financial condition.
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In 2026, Colombia will hold national elections, including Congressional elections on March 8, 2026 and the first round of presidential elections on May 31, 2026. We cannot assure you that measures adopted by the Colombian government under its new regime continue to be consistent with former policy and will not affect the country’s overall economic outlook and performance. The new leadership may have negative effects on macroeconomic stability and therefore on the construction industry as a whole and finally, on the company’s operations and future prospects. Recent events also underscore the potential for policy volatility and legal uncertainty: in January 2026, Colombia’s Constitutional Court provisionally suspended Decree 1390 of December 22, 2025, which declared a state of economic and social emergency, pending a final decision on its constitutionality, and any similar measures—whether adopted, modified, suspended or invalidated—could create uncertainty and impact economic conditions relevant to our business. Although we don’t estimate a significant effect in the short term based on current backlog and ongoing activity, it is uncertain as to how a new regime could affect our business in the longer term. In addition, we cannot predict the effects that such policies will have on the Colombian economy. Furthermore, we cannot assure you that the Colombian peso will not depreciate relative to the US dollar or other currencies in the future, which could have a materially adverse effect on our financial condition.
Previous wording
Colombia’s fiscal deficit and growing public debt could adversely affect the Colombian economy. During 2022, Colombia’s fiscal deficit represented 5.5% of its GDP. As of December 31, 2023, the fiscal deficit closed at 4.3% of GDP, due to higher tax collection, COP revaluation against USD, and lower costs of debt resulting from inflation indexed bonds, during the year. The fiscal deficit is expected to increase to 5.6% of Colombia’s GDP as of December 31, 2024, related to increased government spending to fund new social and environmental reforms, and lower expected tax collections during the year. This fiscal deficit increase might result on a lower credit rating, and higher interest rates for new issued Colombian sovereign debt.
Current wording
Colombia’s fiscal deficit and growing public debt could adversely affect the Colombian economy. During 2024, Colombia’s fiscal deficit represented 6.8% of its GDP, related to increased government spending to fund new social and environmental reforms, and lower expected tax collections during the year. in 2025 the deficit widened even further, driven by sustained high spending and weaker revenues, with estimates suggesting Colombia’s fiscal deficit could reach around 7.1% of GDP, its highest level outside the pandemic era, even as tax revenue projections were revised and the statutory fiscal rule was suspended to accommodate larger deficits. This persistent and growing fiscal gap has added pressure on sovereign credit profiles, contributed to credit rating downgrades and could lead to higher interest rates on new Colombian sovereign debt issuances.
Previous wording
In recent years, the Colombian currency had shown some short-term volatility vis-à-vis the U.S. Dollar. The Colombian Peso depreciated 15.4% in 2024, after a 20.5% appreciation during 2023, as a result of political instability since 2022 presidential elections. Any international conflicts or related events have the potential to create an exchange mismatch, given the vulnerability and dependence of the Colombian economy on external financing and its vulnerability to any disruption in its external capital flows and its trade balance.
Current wording
In recent years, the Colombian currency had shown some short-term volatility vis-à-vis the U.S. Dollar. The Colombian Peso appreciated 14.8% in 2025, after a 15.4% depreciation during 2024. Any international conflicts or related events have the potential to create an exchange mismatch, given the vulnerability and dependence of the Colombian economy on external financing and its vulnerability to any disruption in its external capital flows and its trade balance.
Previous wording
Even though exports from Colombia, principally petroleum and petroleum products, and gold, have grown in recent years, fluctuations in commodity prices pose a significant challenge to their contribution to the country’s balance of payments and fiscal revenues. Unemployment continues to be high in Colombia compared to other economies in Latin America. Furthermore, recent political and economic actions in the Latin American region, including actions taken by the Venezuelan government, may negatively affect international investor perception of the region. We cannot assure you that growth achieved over the past decade by the Colombian economy will continue in future periods. The long-term effects of the global economic and financial crisis on the international financial system remain uncertain. In addition, the effect on consumer confidence of any actual or perceived deterioration of household incomes in the Colombian economy may have a material adverse effect on our results of operations and financial condition.
Current wording
Even though exports from Colombia, principally petroleum and petroleum products, and gold, have grown in recent years, fluctuations in commodity prices pose a significant challenge to their contribution to the country’s balance of payments and fiscal revenues. Unemployment continues to be high in Colombia compared to other economies in Latin America. Furthermore, recent political and economic actions in the Latin American region, including actions taken by United States in relation to the Venezuelan government, may negatively affect international investor perception of the region. We cannot assure you that growth achieved over the past decade by the Colombian economy will continue in future periods. The long-term effects of the global economic and financial crisis on the international financial system remain uncertain. In addition, the effect on consumer confidence of any actual or perceived deterioration of household incomes in the Colombian economy may have a material adverse effect on our results of operations and financial condition.
Previous wording
In the year ended December 31, 2024, 97% of our sales were to customers outside Colombia, including to the United States and Panama, and we expect sales into the United States and other foreign markets to continue to represent a significant portion of our net sales. Foreign sales and operations are subject to changes in local government regulations and policies, including those related to tariffs and trade barriers, investments, property ownership rights, taxation, exchange controls and repatriation of earnings. An increase in tariffs on products shipped to countries like the United States, or changes in the relative values of currencies occur from time to time and could affect our operating results. This risk and the other risks inherent in foreign sales and operations could adversely affect our operating results in the future.
Current wording
In the year ended December 31, 2025, 96.8% of our sales were to customers outside Colombia, including to the United States and Panama, and we expect sales into the United States and other foreign markets to continue to represent a significant portion of our net sales. Foreign sales and operations are subject to changes in local government regulations and policies, including those related to tariffs and trade barriers, investments, property ownership rights, taxation, exchange controls and repatriation of earnings. An increase in tariffs on products shipped to countries like the United States, or changes in the relative values of currencies occur from time to time and could affect our operating results. This risk and the other risks inherent in foreign sales and operations could adversely affect our operating results in the future.
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In 2024 a coalition of U.S. producers of aluminum extrusions filed a petition with U.S. trade authorities requesting the imposition of anti-dumping duties against imports of aluminum extrusions from Colombia. As we are the main extruder of aluminum in Colombia, we volunteered as a mandatory respondent in the investigation and provided certain requested information. As a result of this investigation, imports of some of our goods which are considered subject merchandise were subject to anti-dumping duties, until the International Trade Commission concluded in October 21, 2024 that American Aluminum producers were not being harmed and revoked said anti-dumping duty.
Current wording
In 2024 a coalition of U.S. producers of aluminum extrusions filed a petition with U.S. trade authorities requesting the imposition of anti-dumping duties against imports of aluminum extrusions from Colombia. As we are the main extruder of aluminum in Colombia, we volunteered as a mandatory respondent in the investigation and provided certain requested information. As a result of this investigation, imports of some of our goods which are considered subject merchandise were subject to anti-dumping duties, until the International Trade Commission concluded in October 21, 2024 that American Aluminum producers were not being harmed and revoked said anti-dumping duty which as of today remain in zero.
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Further escalation of conflict can lead to severe constraints on global supply chains such as logistics obstructions, raw material price increases and shortages, and higher energy costs. Disruptions in global supply chains can adversely affect our ability to manufacture and deliver product to our customers. Additionally, fluctuating foreign currency exchange rates could impact the profitability of our foreign subsidiaries which are at the core of our business.
Current wording
These measures, together with broader conflict-related uncertainty, can lead to severe constraints on global supply chains, raw material price increases and shortages, and higher energy costs. Disruptions in global supply chains can adversely affect our ability to manufacture and deliver products to our customers. Additionally, fluctuating foreign currency exchange rates could impact on the profitability of our foreign subsidiaries which are at the core of our business.
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Diplomatic relations with Venezuela and neighboring countries have from time to time been tense and have been affected by events surrounding the Colombian armed forces, particularly on Colombia’s borders with Venezuela. On July 28, 2024 political tensions rose as Nicolas Maduro was reelected president of Venezuela for the 2025-2031 period, although many countries, recognized Edmundo Gonzales as Venezuelan head of state., the Colombian government haven’t officially pronounced on this matter as of the date of this report. Moreover, in November 2012, the International Court of Justice placed a sizeable area of the Caribbean Sea within Nicaragua’s exclusive economic zone. As of the date of this Annual Report, Colombia continues to deem this area as part of its own exclusive economic zone. Any future deterioration in relations with Venezuela and Nicaragua may result in the closing of borders, risk of financial condition.
Current wording
Diplomatic relations with Venezuela and other neighboring countries have from time to time been tense, including due to developments along Colombia’s border with Venezuela. Political and diplomatic uncertainty in Venezuela increased following the country’s presidential election held on July 28, 2024, which produced disputed results and mixed international recognition. In addition, on January 3, 2026, U.S. forces captured Venezuelan President Nicolás Maduro in a military operation, which has contributed to heightened regional uncertainty and could affect diplomatic relations, sanctions policy, cross-border commerce, and overall economic conditions in the region. Moreover, in November 2012, the International Court of Justice placed a sizeable area of the Caribbean Sea within Nicaragua’s exclusive economic zone. As of the date of this Annual Report, Colombia continues to deem this area as part of its own exclusive economic zone. Any future deterioration in relations with Venezuela and Nicaragua may result in the closing of borders, risk of financial condition.
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On December 13, 2022, a tax reform was enacted by means of Law 2277, which maintained corporate income tax rate at 35%, and increased income taxes to Free Trade Zones with single enterprise users and non-exporters, from 20% to 35%.
Current wording
On December 13, 2022, a tax reform was enacted by means of Law 2277, which maintained corporate income tax rate at 35%, and increased income taxes to Free Trade Zones with single enterprise users and non-exporters, from 20% to 35%. We cannot predict whether Colombia will adopt additional tax reforms, surcharges, or other fiscal measures in the future, or how any such measures may be interpreted or applied to us, any of which could materially adversely affect our business, results of operations and financial condition.
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Our operations are exposed to natural disasters in Colombia, such as earthquakes, volcanic eruptions, tornadoes, tropical storms and hurricanes. High temperatures and decrease in rainfall in Colombia, attributable in part to the El Niño weather pattern, have resulted in severe droughts, affecting especially prices in Colombia, as hydropower accounts for approximately 70% of total country’s energy. El Niño is a recurring weather phenomenon, and it may contribute to higher temperatures, droughts, wildfires, or other natural disasters on an equal or greater scale in the future. In the event of a natural disaster, our disaster recovery plans may prove to be ineffective, which could have a material adverse effect on its ability to conduct our businesses. In addition, if a significant number of our employees and senior managers were unavailable because of a natural disaster, our ability to conduct our businesses could be compromised. Natural disasters or similar events could also result in substantial volatility in our results of operations for any fiscal quarter or year.
Current wording
Our operations are exposed to natural disasters and extreme weather events in Colombia, such as earthquakes, volcanic eruptions, floods, landslides, tornadoes, tropical storms and hurricanes. Climate variability, including El Niño and La Niña conditions, can contribute to higher temperatures and reduced rainfall (or, in La Niña periods, heavier rainfall), which may increase the risk of droughts, water restrictions, floods, landslides, wildfires, or other natural disasters on an equal or greater scale in the future. Because Colombia’s electricity generation relies heavily on hydropower, drought conditions may increase the risk of higher electricity costs or supply constraints. In the event of a natural disaster, our disaster recovery plans may prove to be ineffective, which could have a material adverse effect on our ability to conduct our businesses. In addition, if a significant number of our employees and senior managers were unavailable because of a natural disaster, our ability to conduct our businesses could be compromised. Natural disasters or similar events could also result in substantial volatility in our results of operations for any fiscal quarter or year.
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Prior to August 2016, we had not paid any cash dividends on our ordinary shares. Since such time, we have paid regular quarterly dividends. However, the payment of dividends in the future, if any, will be contingent upon our revenues and earnings, if any, capital requirements and our general financial condition and limitations imposed by our outstanding indebtedness.
Current wording
Prior to August 2016, we had not paid any dividends on our ordinary shares. Since such time, we have paid regular quarterly dividends. However, the payment of dividends in the future, if any, will be contingent upon our revenues and earnings, if any, capital requirements and our general financial condition and limitations imposed by our outstanding indebtedness.
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Current report — wording carried from elsewhere
Armed conflicts around the globe, including sanctions and heightened geopolitical tensions involving the United States, NATO allies and other countries, may adversely affect the results of our operations.