Colombia Hikes 2026 Minimum Wage up Nearly 23%

El Pais

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The increase by decree increases the pulse with the Banco de la República, which seeks to anchor inflationary expectations after a difficult year

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Analysts and opposition politicians warned that this was a measure without technical basis and that it would seek to counteract the negative image of the president.

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The increase in the minimum wage decreed by the national government for 2026 was questioned by the financial sector, which warned of inflationary risks, increased informal employment, and potential effects on the country's monetary policy. According to an analysis by the banking association, the minimum wage serves as a legal floor for formal workers, but any adjustment—it cautioned—should be based on technical criteria related to inflation, pro…