Tasa de interés: ¿quién gana y quien pierde tras el incremento en 100 puntos básicos hecho por el Banrep?

Periodista Portafolio03.02.2026 15:50 Actualizado: 03.02.2026 16:16

Tasa de interés: ¿quién gana y quien pierde tras el incremento en 100 puntos básicos hecho por el Banrep?

TL;DR

  • Rising interest rates benefit savers and investors in fixed-income assets due to higher returns.
  • Households with loans, credit cards, and businesses relying on debt face increased borrowing costs.
  • Higher interest rates can deter investment, slow business expansion, and reduce the affordability of major purchases like homes and vehicles.
  • The decision to raise interest rates was influenced by inflation figures reaching 5.1% and a rise in core inflation, along with increased inflation expectations.