Colombia Inflation Forecast Rises After August Earthquake, Bank Says
Banco de Bogotá raises Colombia inflation forecast to 6.8% for 2026, citing August earthquake effects on supply and transport.
August 24, 2026Section
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Keep Colombia Wealth Tax for Quake Rebuild, Ocampo Says
Former minister Ocampo urges keeping Colombia wealth tax for quake rebuild, while government wants to phase it out. Learn the...
August 24, 2026
Karol G Donation Hits US$1.2 Million at Bogotá Concert
Karol G donation reaches US$1.2 million at Bogotá benefit concert for earthquake victims. Learn about the live announcement and other...
August 24, 2026
Coal and Gold Lift Colombia Mining Output as Crude Slows
Colombia mining output rebounds in Q2 2026 as coal and gold surge, while crude oil slows. Learn the latest figures...
August 24, 2026
Colombia Prosecutors Deny Pressure in Nicolás Petro Case
Colombia's Attorney-General's Office denies pressure in the Nicolás Petro case, while the former prosecutor stands by her allegations. Learn the...
August 24, 2026
Colombia Argues Over Taxes While It Digs Out
Two weeks after a magnitude 7.4 earthquake, Colombia's reconstruction bill is colliding with a president elected to cut taxes.
August 24, 2026
Colombia Earthquake Reconstruction: One Bank, One City So Far
Colombia earthquake reconstruction faces a 30 trillion-peso bill, but only Bancolombia and Manizales offer concrete help so far. Learn the...
August 23, 2026
The Colombian Peso Is at a Seven-Year High — What It Does to Your Money
The Colombian peso is at a seven-year high against the dollar. The official rate is 3,048.12, and for anyone earning...
August 23, 2026
Colombia Factoring Decree Loses Six Articles in Court
Colombia factoring decree loses six articles after court ruling. Learn what the Consejo de Estado annulled and what remains in...
August 22, 2026