Colombia (COP, Peso) Currency Research Report
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Colombia (COP) Country Profile
Columbia (also known as República de Columbia) has the second largest population (45 million) in South America, and ranks 28th among the rest of the world. This ethnically diverse nation is the third largest Spanish-speaking country in the world, just after Mexico and Spain. In 1499, the Spanish travelled to Columbia to colonize. In 1886, the Republic of Columbia was finally declared free from Spain. Colombia grew rapidly between 2002 and 2007, due in part to improvements in domestic security, increasing commodity prices, and to President Uribe's pro-market economic policies. High unemployment rates, workplace inequalities and narcotics trafficking remain challenges for Columbia’s government. Colombia's economy expanded by 2.6% in 2008, and contracted slightly in 2009, mostly due to the global financial slump and a decreased demand for exports. Columbia boast one of the world’s 17 most biodiverse ecosystems, and includes the Andes Mountains, the Amazon rainforest, tropical grasslands, the Caribbean and Pacific coastlines, and is part of the Ring of Fire.
Colombia Country & Currency Analysis Research Report ► (edit / improve) Colombia (COP) has an agriculture-based economy, which produces large amounts of coffee for export. Colombia's Fundamental Currency Analysis (short term investment): the Colombian currency has moderate potential to increase in value according to the purchase price parity. Colombia's Value Investor Survey (short term investment): government transparency is a major negative for Colombia and it leads to a much less favorable business environment. Colombia's General Trading Partners: the US and Venezuela are Colombia’s top trading partners, while the leading export is coffee. Colombia's Commodity Trading Partners: Colombia produces a significant amount of coffee for use at home and as an export. However, the economy and guerrilla military depend on the cultivation and export of cannabis. SWOT Analysis of Colombia: The leading Colombian strength is their mineral resources, while the main weaknesses are crime and terrorism. A potential free trade policy is their main SWOT opportunity, while there are no immediate threats to report. Colombia's Currency Trading Strategy: An undervalued currency, low investment flow potential and unfavorable business environment lead to a negative outlook for Colombia’s investments potential. For our entire list of country & currency analysis, see the Country & Currency Analysis home page.
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Coffee Commodity Research & Analysis Report ► (edit / improve) Coffee is a brewed beverage derived from the coffee plant beans. It is one of the most popular drinks in the world. Coffee Fundamental Commodity Analysis (short term investment): Coffee is rated a Hold. Coffee demanders have a high potential to increase in value, while coffee suppliers also have a high potential to increase in value. The net difference in investing potential means commodity prices for coffee will remain the same. Coffee Value Investor Survey (long term investment): Coffee’s long term growth potential is average due to high scores on SWOT opportunities, but low scores on lack of good substitute commodities. Coffee SWOT Analysis: Strength: Coffee is one of the most popular beverages in the world; Weakness: the cost of producing coffee increased. Opportunity to grow: coffee’s widespread use could aid growth as the world’s population increases; Threats to growth: plant disease may compete against coffee. Coffee Trade Analysis: The commodity analysis buy rating indicates that coffee should stay the same price over the short term, whereas an average investor survey means coffee may stay the same in price over the long term. For our entire list of commodities, see the Commodity Research & Analysis home page.
Colombia's greatest brand name is Juan Valdez, a coffee icon. Coffee is one of Colombia's biggest and most important exports.
Cannabis Commodity Research & Analysis Report ► (edit / improve) Cannabis (also known as marijuana, ganja, weed, pot… etc) is mainly used as a recreational drug because of its psychoactive chemical compounds. Cannabis Fundamental Commodity Analysis (short term investment): Cannabis is rated a Buy, because demanders of the drug have a high potential to increase in value. Unfortunately from an analytical standpoint, there are no publicly traded suppliers of cannabis; therefore, this analysis is incomplete. Cannabis Value Investor Survey (long term investment): Cannabis’s long term growth potential is moderately favorable due to high scores on sensitivity to price changes. Cannabis SWOT Analysis: Strength: Cannabis has a number of medical uses; Weakness: The sale of cannabis produces considerable corruption and violence. Opportunity to grow: decriminalization of cannabis could provide an economic boost to local economies and increase the demand for cannabis. Cannabis Trade Analysis: The commodity analysis buy rating indicates that cannabis should increase in price over the short term, whereas a moderately favorable investor survey means cannabis may increase in price over the long term. For our entire list of commodities, see the Commodity Research & Analysis home page.
FARC guerrillas use cannabis to spread terror around Colombia. Much of the cannabis is smuggled through Latin America and North America where it corrupts public officers and increases crime.
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Venezuela Country & Currency Research Report ► (edit / improve) Venezuela (VEF) has a mixed economy dominated by the petroleum sector, but with a moderate service and industrial base to slightly diversify economic growth. Venezuela's Fundamental Currency Analysis (short term investment): Venezuela’s currency is overvalued on a global basis. Venezuela's Value Investor Survey (short term investment): the economic environment is very unfavorable for long term economic growth due to low scores on economic freedom, diversity, and the SWOT analysis. Venezuela's General Trading Partners: China, Netherlands, and the US are the top trading partners, while the leading export is petroleum and coca. Coca is especially damaging, because it leads to crime and corruption. Venezuela's Commodity Trading Partners: Venezuela produces a significant amount of crude oil and coca mostly as an export. SWOT Analysis of Venezuela: The leading strength is Venezuela’s participation in OPEC, the international oil cartel. Government nationalizations, crime and corruption are major SWOT weaknesses. Venezuela's Currency Trading Strategy: A overvalued currency, low investment flow potential and very unfavorable business environment lead to a strongly negative outlook for Venezuela. For our entire list of country & currency analysis, see the Country & Currency Analysis home page.
USA Country & Currency Research Report ► (edit / improve) The United States (US) has a highly productive, capitalist economy and is the largest and most diverse market in the world. USA's Fundamental Currency Analysis (short term investment): the US dollar (USD) has the potential to increase in value especially versus the Australian and Canadian dollar because of the significant potential of undervalued companies. USA's Value Investor Survey (short term investment): the economic environment is very favorable for long term economic growth due to high scores on economic freedom and economic diversity. USA's General Trading Partners: China, Japan, Mexico, and Canada are the top US trading partners, while the leading export and import are electrical machinery and vehicles, respectively. USA's Commodity Trading Partners: The US produces a significant amount of coal and wheat for use at home and as an export. However, the US consumes a larger amount of oil, which contributes to their trade deficit. SWOT Analysis of USA: The leading US strength is its entrepreneurial culture, while the main weakness is high health care cost. Energy independence has the opportunity to propel growth, while the major threat is the housing crisis, which will lower growth. USA's Currency Trading Strategy: An undervalued currency, high investment flow potential and favorable business environment lead to a positive outlook for US investments, which will also benefit from positive international actions. For our entire list of country & currency analysis, see the Country & Currency Analysis home page.
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China Country & Currency Analysis Research Report ► (edit / improve) China (CNY) is a fast growing communist country with the largest population in the world. China's Fundamental Currency Analysis (short term investment): China’s currency is moderately undervalued. Purchase price parity shows that China’s currency is approximately 40% undervalued, however, the other three valuation approaches show that China is fairly valued. China's Value Investor Survey (short term investment): China’s economic environment is very unfavorable for long term economic growth due to the lack of economic freedom, government transparency, and the SWOT analysis. China's General Trading Partners: Indonesia, Pakistan, Norway, Singapore, Europe, the US are the top export partners, while the leading industry is industrial goods, usually for export. China's Commodity Trading Partners: China produces a significant amount of coal for use at home. The use of coal to provide energy leads to other health related problems. SWOT Analysis of China: The leading Chinese strength is their cheap labor, while the main weaknesses are political risk and corruption. Renewable energy has the opportunity to propel growth, while general pollution and an aging population could slow growth rates. China's Currency Trading Strategy: An undervalued currency, average investment flow potential and an unfavorable business environment leads to a neutral outlook for Chinese investments. For our entire list of country & currency analysis, see the Country & Currency Analysis home page.
Mexico Country & Currency Research Report ► (edit / improve) Mexico (MXN) has a capitalist economy with a fast growing service and industrial base. Mexico's Fundamental Currency Analysis (short term investment): the Mexican currency has moderate potential to increase in value per the purchase price parity and interest rate parity analysis. Mexico's Value Investor Survey (short term investment): the economic environment is moderate for long term economic growth. SWOT weaknesses are significantly greater than SWOT strengths, whereas, opportunities are greater than threats. Mexico's General Trading Partners: The US and Canada are the top trading partners, while the leading exports are in the industrial and agricultural sectors. Mexico's Commodity Trading Partners: Mexico produces crude oil, corn, propane, silver, pork, oats, and chicken for export. SWOT Analysis of Mexico: Transportation infrastructure and crime are the leading SWOT weaknesses, while tourism and education are the leading SWOT opportunities. Mexico's Currency Trading Strategy: An undervalued currency, low investment flow potential and unfavorable business environment lead to neutral or negative outlook for Mexican investments. For our entire list of country & currency analysis, see the Country & Currency Analysis home page.
Brazil Country & Currency Analysis Research Report ► (edit / improve) Brazil (BRL) is a member of the BRIC nations and has the largest economy in South America. Brazil has significant agricultural and industrial industries. Brazil's Fundamental Currency Analysis (short term investment): the Brazilian currency has the potential to increase in value especially versus many developed market currencies. Brazil has high interest rates, low inflation and positive investment flow potential. Brazil's Value Investor Survey (short term investment): the economic environment is moderate, with low government transparency and high SWOT opportunities. Brazil's General Trading Partners: China, Netherlands, Argentina and USA are the top trading partners. Brazil has significant export capabilities in agriculture and industrial products such as ethanol, sugar, oats, pork, corn, soybean and airplanes. Brazil's Commodity Trading Partners: A favorable growth environment and car fuel demand create a significant and growing industry for Ethanol. SWOT Analysis of Brazil: Ethanol is the leading US strength, while education, crime and income inequality are major weaknesses. A recent oil discovery is a major opportunity for Brazil, while the threat of HIV could slow growth and burden the health system. Brazil's Currency Trading Strategy: An undervalued currency, moderate investment flow potential and positive SWOT opportunities help Brazil, but fundamental weaknesses and government issues hold back Brazil’s potential. For our entire list of country & currency analysis, see the Country & Currency Analysis home page.
Source: http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Economy_of_Colombia
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Coca Commodity Research & Analysis Report ► (edit / improve) Coca is a stimulant with many medical uses. It helps with altitude sickness, fatigue, hunger, and thirst. Coca Fundamental Commodity Analysis (short term investment): Coca is rated a Buy, because demanders of the plant have a high potential to increase in value. Unfortunately from an analytical standpoint, there are no publicly traded suppliers of coca; therefore, this analysis is incomplete. Coca Value Investor Survey (long term investment): Coca’s long term growth potential is moderately favorable due to high scores on sensitivity to price changes. Coca SWOT Analysis: Strength: Coca has a number of medical uses and it is drought and disease resistant; Weakness: The sale of coca produces considerable corruption and violence. Threat to grow: coca, in a concentrated form, is illegal throughout the world. Coca Trade Analysis: The commodity analysis buy rating indicates that coca should increase in price over the short term, whereas a moderately favorable investor survey means coca may increase in price over the long term. For our entire list of commodities, see the Commodity Research & Analysis home page.
Cannabis Commodity Research & Analysis Report ► (edit / improve) Cannabis (also known as marijuana, ganja, weed, pot… etc) is mainly used as a recreational drug because of its psychoactive chemical compounds. Cannabis Fundamental Commodity Analysis (short term investment): Cannabis is rated a Buy, because demanders of the drug have a high potential to increase in value. Unfortunately from an analytical standpoint, there are no publicly traded suppliers of cannabis; therefore, this analysis is incomplete. Cannabis Value Investor Survey (long term investment): Cannabis’s long term growth potential is moderately favorable due to high scores on sensitivity to price changes. Cannabis SWOT Analysis: Strength: Cannabis has a number of medical uses; Weakness: The sale of cannabis produces considerable corruption and violence. Opportunity to grow: decriminalization of cannabis could provide an economic boost to local economies and increase the demand for cannabis. Cannabis Trade Analysis: The commodity analysis buy rating indicates that cannabis should increase in price over the short term, whereas a moderately favorable investor survey means cannabis may increase in price over the long term. For our entire list of commodities, see the Commodity Research & Analysis home page.
Coffee Commodity Research & Analysis Report ► (edit / improve) Coffee is a brewed beverage derived from the coffee plant beans. It is one of the most popular drinks in the world. Coffee Fundamental Commodity Analysis (short term investment): Coffee is rated a Hold. Coffee demanders have a high potential to increase in value, while coffee suppliers also have a high potential to increase in value. The net difference in investing potential means commodity prices for coffee will remain the same. Coffee Value Investor Survey (long term investment): Coffee’s long term growth potential is average due to high scores on SWOT opportunities, but low scores on lack of good substitute commodities. Coffee SWOT Analysis: Strength: Coffee is one of the most popular beverages in the world; Weakness: the cost of producing coffee increased. Opportunity to grow: coffee’s widespread use could aid growth as the world’s population increases; Threats to growth: plant disease may compete against coffee. Coffee Trade Analysis: The commodity analysis buy rating indicates that coffee should stay the same price over the short term, whereas an average investor survey means coffee may stay the same in price over the long term. For our entire list of commodities, see the Commodity Research & Analysis home page.
Crude Oil Commodity Research & Analysis Report ► (edit / improve) Crude oil is used to produce fuel oil and gasoline. Gasoline is the largest supplier of fuel for internal combustion engines. Crude Oil Fundamental Commodity Analysis (short term investment): Crude oil is rated a Sell. Crude oil demanders have a moderate potential to increase in value and crude oil suppliers have a very high potential to increase in value. Crude Oil Value Investor Survey (long term investment): Crude oil’s long term growth potential is very favorable due to high scores on sensitivity to price changes, demand not sensitive to price changes, and the SWOT analysis. Crude Oil SWOT Analysis: Strength: Limited natural resource / supply; Weakness: Emits carbon dioxide. Opportunity to grow: the overall growth of vehicles will increase demand for crude oil; Threats to growth: environmental concerns could slow growth potential in the near term. Crude Oil Trade Analysis: The commodity analysis sell rating indicates that crude oil prices should decrease over the short term, whereas a very favorable investor survey means crude oil prices increase over the long term. For our entire list of commodities, see the Commodity Research & Analysis home page.
Cotton Commodity Research & Analysis Report ► (edit / improve) Cotton is a the fiber grown to make yarn, thread and a textile called “cotton” that is the most widely used natural fiber cloth in the world. Cotton Fundamental Commodity Analysis (short term investment): Cotton is rated a Sell. Cotton demanders have a low investing potential and suppliers have a high potential to increase in value, so the net difference means prices may decrease over the short term. Cotton Value Investor Survey (long term investment): Cotton’s long term growth potential is moderately unfavorable due to low scores on short supply and substitute products. Cotton SWOT Analysis: Strength: Cotton has the ability to merge with similar materials. Opportunity to grow: cotton’s widespread use could aid growth as the world economy grows; Threats to growth: plant bugs and stinkbugs could destroy cotton crops. Cotton Trade Analysis: The commodity analysis sell rating indicates that cotton should decrease in price over the short term, whereas a moderately unfavorable investor survey means cotton may decrease in price over the long term. For our entire list of commodities, see the Commodity Research & Analysis home page.
Gold Commodity Research & Analysis Report ► (edit / improve) Gold is a widely used metal in the jewelry industry. Gold Fundamental Commodity Analysis (short term investment): Gold is rated a Hold, because gold demanders and suppliers have a low potential to increase in value. Gold Value Investor Survey (long term investment): Gold’s long term growth potential is moderately favorable due to high scores on difficulty to expand in the short term and many SWOT analysis strengths. Gold SWOT Analysis: Strength: Gold has a large, diverse growth market; Weakness: If the cost of gold is too high, then consumers might substitute other metals for gold. Opportunity to grow: gold acts as an inflation hedge investment. Threat: volatile prices may decrease the popularity of gold. Gold Trade Analysis: commodity analysis hold rating indicates that gold should stay the same price over the short term. A moderately favorable investor survey means gold may increase in price over the long term. For our entire list of commodities, see the Commodity Research & Analysis home page.
Coal Commodity Research & Analysis Report ► (edit / improve) Coal is the largest source of fuel used to produce electricity in the world. Coal is also one of the largest sources of carbon dioxide emissions. Coal Fundamental Commodity Analysis (short term investment): Coal is rated a Buy. Coal demanders have a high potential to grow, while coal suppliers have low potential in increase. Coal Value Investor Survey (long term investment): Coal’s long term growth potential is moderately favorable due to high scores on sensitivity to price changes and low sources in short supply and substitute products. Coal SWOT Analysis: Strength: Coal is the largest source of energy worldwide; Weakness: coal produces considerable pollution. Opportunity to grow: coal’s widespread use could aid growth as the world economy grows; Threats to growth: alternative forms of clean energy may compete against coal. Coal Trade Analysis: The commodity analysis buy rating indicates that coal should increase in price over the short term, whereas a moderately favorable investor survey means coal may not increase in price over the long term. For our entire list of commodities, see the Commodity Research & Analysis home page.
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Plastic Commodity Research & Analysis Report ► (edit / improve) Plastic is a synthetic material that has a wide area of uses in the industrial and manufacturing industries. Plastic Fundamental Commodity Analysis (short term investment): Plastic is rated a Hold. Plastic demanders and suppliers have average potential to increase in value. Plastic Value Investor Survey (long term investment): Plastic’s long term growth potential is moderately unfavorable due to low scores in short supply and substitute products. Plastic SWOT Analysis: The SWOT analysis for plastic is incomplete. Plastic Trade Analysis: The commodity analysis hold rating indicates that plastic should stay the same price over the short term, whereas a moderately favorable investor survey means plastic may decrease in price over the long term. For our entire list of commodities, see the Commodity Research & Analysis home page.
Corn Commodity Research & Analysis Report ► (edit / improve) Corn, or Maize, is the most popular crop in the Americas and is a major source of food for humans and animals. Corn Fundamental Commodity Analysis (short term investment): Corn is rated a Hold. Corn demanders and suppliers have average potential to increase in value; therefore, prices should not change over the short term. Corn Value Investor Survey (long term investment): Corn’s long term growth potential is moderately unfavorable due to low scores on sensitivity to price changes, short supply and substitute products. Corn SWOT Analysis: Strength: Corn can be used for biomass, which can be converted into a popular alternative fuel source; Weakness: Corn as a biomass has contradictory production factors. Opportunity to grow: corn could benefit as the world’s population increased; Threats to growth: global warming could decrease the yield of corn crops. Corn Trade Analysis: The commodity analysis hold rating indicates that corn should stay the same price over the short term, whereas a moderately unfavorable investor survey means corn may decrease in price over the long term. For our entire list of commodities, see the Commodity Research & Analysis home page.
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Staples Industry Research & Analysis ► (edit / improve) The consumer staple industry includes companies whose sales come from necessary consumer staple purchases such as rent, mortgage and food. Staples Value Investing Conclusion Based on WikiWealth's Wall Street analysis, this industry is a Buy, with high potential. The Main Street analysis says a Buy with SWOT strengths much great than weaknesses and SWOT opportunities roughly the same as threats. Staples Trade Hubs: Some of the main trade hubs include Argentina, Brazil, USA, Colombia, Greece, Italy, Turkey, and Indonesia, while the main staple commodities include chicken, corn, milk, oats, rice, sugar, wheat. Staples Trading Strategy: The consumer staple industry tends to be less sensitive to economic cycles. Look for undervalued staple investments at any time in the business cycle when stock prices are low, and especially during the late stages of a bull markets when investors become more defensive. The global economy is currently in a recession, therefore, investors are rotating money out of consumer staples and into faster growth industries. Upward sloping stock charts and financial news may indicate a selling opportunity while the opposite means that stocks are becoming undervalued. For our entire list of industry research reports, including trends, statistics and ratios, click here: Industry Research & Analysis Home Page.
