Colombian Peso Weakens as U.S. Dollar Strengthens Amid Inflation and Trade Concerns

INSUBCONTINENT EXCLUSIVE:
The Colombian peso faced renewed pressure on Wednesday, February 12, 2025, as the United States dollar strengthened globally following key
inflation data and trade developments.The dollar closed at COP 4,164.82 in Colombia, reflecting a rise of COP 11.02 compared to the
Representative Market Rate (TRM) of COP 4,153.80
This marks the latest in a series of fluctuations driven by economic uncertainty and shifting investor sentiment.During the trading session,
the dollar fluctuated between a low of COP 4,140 and a high of COP 4,175.51
dollars as investors hedged against global risks while real-sector agents sold dollars in the spot market
on steel and aluminum imports have fueled fears of escalating trade tensions, adding pressure to emerging-market currencies like the
Colombian peso
Proposed reforms to the General System of Participation and increased government transfers have raised concerns about fiscal
4,092 per dollar, breaking below the COP 4,100 threshold for the first time in six months
However, ongoing volatility remains likely as analysts predict exchange rates could range between COP 4,000 and COP 4,800 throughout
from both domestic fiscal uncertainties and international trade dynamics
Businesses and policymakers must navigate these complexities carefully to mitigate further economic strain.