What moved Ecopetrol stock today?

The key driver was geopolitical risk after reports that the Colombia-Venezuela border is quiet following Nicolás Maduro’s arrest. Traders priced a possible oil risk premium and reassessed cross-border flows and policy exposure. Momentum also helped, with RSI near 65 and volume above average, while valuation remains low versus cash generation and book value.

How could Venezuela events affect Ecopetrol and Colombian assets?

If policy tightens or sanctions widen, payment channels, partners, and export routes could face friction, lifting funding costs and delaying projects. A calmer border could ease near-term disruptions, but uncertainty keeps a risk premium on Andean assets. For Ecopetrol, transport reliability and refined product exports are the main pressure points to monitor.

Is the dividend safe at present levels?

The trailing yield is about 15.26%, but the payout ratio is 1.07 and 2024 net income fell 34%. Cash flow improved sharply, which helps. Still, distributions depend on oil prices, government policy, and financing costs. Treat the payout as high but variable, and expect adjustments if profits weaken or capex needs rise.

What levels and catalysts should UK investors watch next?

Key supports are around $9.70–$9.75 and resistance near $10.29 and $11.05. Catalysts include 2 March 2026 earnings, Brent price moves, any Colombia-Venezuela border headlines, and potential US policy shifts. Execution quality on the ADR and FX costs also matter for GBP-based accounts seeking exposure.

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EC Stock Today: January 05 – Venezuela Arrest Shifts Colombia Risk

ByHuzaifa Zahoor January 5, 2026January 5, 2026

Ecopetrol stock today is in focus for UK investors after reports that the Colombia-Venezuela border is quiet following Nicolás Maduro’s arrest. The shift heightens security and policy risks that can change regional oil flows and spreads. The ADR rose to $10.22, up 2.0% on the day, with momentum firming. We weigh valuation, dividend strength, and the oil risk premium, and outline levels and catalysts that matter for portfolios in Great Britain.