El Espectador, founded in 1887, is Colombia’s oldest newspaper. Drawing on its experience and track record, it has led to a digital transformation aimed at reaching new audiences.
El Espectador
Under the leadership of Fidel Cano and a team of 331 employees, El Espectador has established itself as a benchmark for independent journalism in Colombia, recognized for its professional rigor, credibility, and commitment to objective reporting.
In 2025, El Espectador became a nonprofit organization. Its primary purpose is to promote and strengthen public access to information, protect fundamental freedoms, and support the exercise of citizens’ rights. It also develops initiatives that promote transparency, social oversight, and the prevention of corruption and all forms of discrimination.
In addition, El Espectador contributes to peacebuilding, strengthens public policy, encourages civic participation, and supports environmental protection, positioning itself as a key player in the country’s democratic life.
This approach has reinforced its reputation as a trusted source of information and driven the development of innovative opinion content, particularly in video, through sections such as Red Zoocial, Zona Z, and La Pulla.
According to the Opinion Panel, El Espectador is the second most consulted print media outlet in Colombia.
El Espectador financial information
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(*) Proforma EBITDA taking operating income and expenses.
It should be noted that only the EBITDA indicator was homologated, so that other items such as net profit and assets are not strictly comparable due to the application in 2019 of the IFRS 16 standard.
