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Blog BanRep: Bank Reserves and Liquidity Risk Management

Bank reserves are an economic policy instrument traditionally overseen by central banks that requires banks and other credit institutions to…

Blog BanRep: Recent Evolution of Remittance Inflows to Colombia

In recent years, remittance inflows from workers to Colombia have been increasing at rates that exceed the figures for economic activity growth.…

Blog BanRep: Housing Prices and International Remittances in Colombia

A recent research paper, authored by Jair Ojeda…

Blog BanRep: Banco de la República’s (the Central Bank of Colombia) Participation in the Administration of the Contributory Pillar Savings Fund of the Pension System

The recent pension reform, formalized by Law 2381 of 2024, has introduced a new Comprehensive Social Protection System for Old Age, Disability,…

Blog BanRep: The Monetary Policy Mandate and its Decision Horizon

As a complement to the Blog published on 07 November 2023, this new entry continues with the review of the…

Blog BanRep: Monetary Policy Response to Supply Shocks

Monetary policy decisions require taking into account the multiplicity of factors that affect price levels and their increase, considering that…