economy
May 7, 2026
Inflation in Colombia reportedly rose to 5.74% in April, marking its highest level since September 2024
Inflation in Colombia reportedly resumed an upward trend in April 2026. According to estimates by analysts from Grupo Cibest, the Consumer Price Index (CPI) monthly rate would have been 0.83%, bringing the annual variation to 5.74%, 18 basis points higher than the figure recorded in March.
TL;DR
- Colombia's annual inflation rate is estimated to have reached 5.74% in April 2026, up from March.
- Food prices are expected to be a major driver, with an estimated monthly inflation of 1.46%.
- Services inflation is projected at 0.82% monthly, influenced by rent and dining out costs.
- Regulated prices are anticipated to increase by 0.60% monthly, mainly due to fuel costs.
- Core inflation is also showing signs of acceleration, with an estimated annual rate of 5.50%.