El Espectador, founded in 1887, is the oldest newspaper in Colombia. With its experience and trajectory, it has led a digital transformation towards platforms aimed at new audiences.
El Espectador
Comunican S.A. and Inversiones Cromos S.A.S. are the publishing companies of El Espectador. Currently, they have 502 permanent employees.
El Espectador was founded on March 22nd, 1887, and, under the direction of Fidel Cano Correa, is considered one of the most serious and professional newspapers due to its independence, credibility, and objectivity.
Based on its experience and track record, it has led a digital transformation and developed platforms aimed at new audiences, with successful opinion programs such as La Pulla and Las Igualadas.
According to the “Opinion Panel 2023,” a representative survey conducted annually among opinion leaders in Colombia, El Espectador ranks as the second most consulted print media in the country and the second most visited among news websites. Similarly, the “La Pulla” product continues to lead in digital native content.
As part of its commitment to the Sustainable Development Goals, the organization promotes peace through the contents of Colombia+20 and Colombia en Transición. Additionally, it raises awareness among audiences about environmental conservation through BIBO (Human Well-being and Biodiversity).
El Espectador financial information
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