Consumer Confidence in Colombia as of March, According to Fedesarrollo's Latest Indicator
Consumer confidence increased by 26.4 points in March compared to the same month in 2025. Photo: iStock
TL;DR
- Consumer confidence in Colombia reached 19.3% in March 2026, up from 18.3% in February 2026 and a significant increase from -7.1% in March 2025.
- The monthly increase was mainly due to the Economic Conditions Index rising by 2.4 percentage points, while the Consumer Expectations Index remained stable at 26.3%.
- Compared to March 2025, the confidence index recovery was supported by increases in both the Consumer Expectations Index and the Economic Conditions Index.
- Confidence increased in two of the five cities analyzed (Medellín and Bucaramanga), while it decreased in Bogotá, Cali, and Barranquilla.
- The intention to buy durable goods showed a positive trend, reaching 10.6% in March 2026, a significant increase from both the previous month and the previous year.
- The disposition to buy a vehicle, though still negative at -29.5%, showed a significant improvement compared to March 2025.