Ocho de cada 10 trabajadores lamenta no invertir su prima, según Índice de Arrepentimiento Financiero

La desconfianza, el desconocimiento y la percepción de que se requiere mucho dinero son los motivos que evitaron el ahorro. Foto: iStock

Ocho de cada 10 trabajadores lamenta no invertir su prima, según Índice de Arrepentimiento Financiero

TL;DR

  • 79% of Colombian workers regret not saving or investing their December 2025 bonus.
  • 88% of respondents admitted the extra money became 'pocket money'.
  • Primary uses for the bonus money were basic needs (19%), vacations (18%), and debt repayment (14%).
  • Barriers to investment include perceived high entry costs (21%), time commitment (21%), and distrust in platforms (27%).
  • Lack of knowledge about available investment options, returns, and risks also hinders investment.
  • Certificates of Deposit (CDTs) are highlighted as a relevant instrument for protecting capital and offering clear purpose.
  • CDT yields are currently competitive, with an 11% rate compared to 5.1% inflation, offering a real return of nearly 6%.
  • Key indicators for Colombian investors include inflation, the Banco de la República's intervention rate, and the dollar's performance.