Uruguay, ¡a desdolarizar!

Periodista Portafolio25.01.2026 15:44 Actualizado: 25.01.2026 15:44

Uruguay, ¡a desdolarizar!

TL;DR

  • Nearly 70% of Uruguayan bank deposits are in U.S. dollars.
  • The Central Bank is incentivizing peso deposits to de-dollarize the economy.
  • Reserve requirements for peso deposits over 30 days will be reduced to 0% from March 1st.
  • Banks will receive 100% of the Monetary Policy Rate for immobilized reserves on peso deposits.
  • Reserve requirements for dollar deposits remain at 28% (under 180 days) and 20% (over 180 days).
  • Interest paid on dollar deposits will be reduced.
  • Analysts suggest that maintaining low and stable inflation is key to encouraging peso savings.
  • Some analysts doubt the effectiveness of the measures, stating investment decisions ultimately depend on clients.