Análisis de la situación económica y financiera del sector de la construcción en el Ecuador en el periodo 2017-2022

Abstract

Abstract: This research analyzes the economic and financial situation of the Ecuadorian construction industry from 2017 to 2022 and highlights the importance of this industry to the national economy as an engine of job creation and a boost to related industries. Descriptive and analytical methods are used to evaluate financial ratios such as liquidity, profitability, and productivity. The results indicate that the construction sector in Ecuador, primarily comprised of small and medium-sized enterprises located in Guayas and Pichincha, is characterized by its high dependence on current activity (59.78%) and short-term inactivity (39.86%), with priority assigned if an instant liquidation occurs. Although liquidity indicators indicate a moderate increase and adequate solvency, core business revenues have shown unbalanced growth. However, profitability, return on assets, and return on equity remain low, sometimes resulting in a combination of negative factors that indicate difficulties in generating profits from all types of businesses and net income.