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
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.