The Wallet: How to take care of my finances in times of economic uncertainty?
Portafolio Journalist 02.18.2026 14:36 Updated: 02.18.2026 14:36
TL;DR
- High inflation reduces purchasing power, making it harder for salaries to stretch.
- Increased interest rates by the Banco de la República make credit more expensive but boost returns on savings like CDTs and remunerated accounts.
- An emergency fund covering 3-6 months of expenses is crucial for economic slowdowns or unemployment.
- Diversifying income sources and maintaining low debt levels are important during uncertain times.
- Devaluation of the Colombian peso increases the cost of imported goods and foreign currency-denominated debts.
- Financial planning is essential to estimate the impact of tax reforms.
- Maintaining a flexible budget, a solid reserve fund, prudent debt, and financial education are key to facing uncertainty.