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Banco de la República’s Profits in 2023 and Yield on International Reserves

Introduction

In its most recent…

Caution in Adjusting the Monetary Policy Interest Rate, also in the Decline

High-altitude climbers know very well that the descent from the top can be as dangerous as the ascent, so they advance cautiously in this second…

Did Colombia take too long to start its monetary cycles?

Economic observers who monitor monetary policy often compare the timing of interest rate increase or decrease cycle decisions across countries to…

Financial burden of chronic noncommunicable diseases in Colombia

Chronic noncommunicable diseases (NCDs) are the leading cause of mortality in the world. These diseases are mainly associated with older age…

Payments for Healthcare Services and Incentives by Providers

A health system reform is currently being discussed which proposes that payment to Healthcare Service Providers (IPS in Spanish) be made directly…

Cash Remains the Preferred Payment Instrument for the Public and Commercial Establishments in Colombia

Retail payment instruments play a crucial role in economic and financial stability and in the functioning of trade. These include cash, debit and…