Banco de la República da un fuerte giro y sube 100 puntos básicos la tasa de interés, llevándola a 10,25%
El Banco de la República decidió por mayoría aumentar en 100 puntos básicos su tasa de interés, llevándola de 9,25% a 10,25%.
TL;DR
- The Banco de la República increased its interest rate by 100 basis points, bringing it to 10.25%.
- Four board members voted for the increase, two for a reduction, and one to maintain the rate.
- The decision was influenced by inflation reaching 5.1% and core inflation rising to 5.02%.
- Inflation expectations among analysts and in debt markets also increased significantly.
- Deterioration in external accounts, with the current account deficit projected to reach 2.4% of GDP in 2025, also pressured the decision.
- Global uncertainties, including trade conflicts and geopolitical risks, were considered.
- The Minister of Finance disagreed with the rate hike, arguing it would harm the economy.
- Some analysts supported the decision, believing it necessary for macroeconomic stability despite market surprise.