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Colombia shocks markets with surprise rate hike to 12.25%
Original: Colombia shocks markets with a rate hike to 12.25% — here's what it means for you
Colombia's central bank has raised interest rates to 12.25%, a move that caught analysts and markets off guard. The sharp increase is aimed at tackling persistent inflation and defending the peso, but it will make borrowing more expensive for households and businesses, and commentators are weighing the fallout for the wider economy.
Why now: The unexpected size of the hike surprised financial markets and raises questions about inflation and borrowing costs in Colombia.
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