Food inflation: a risk that could affect Colombians' pockets. by ANGIE SOFIA TELLEZ ROMERO

In August 2025, inflation in Colombia rose again, reaching 5.1% annually, according to DANE figures. Although this figure is still lower than that of the same month in 2024, it represents a break in the moderation trend observed in recent months. The monthly variation was 0.19%, with food, restaurants, hotels, and healthcare having a significant impact on the overall household budget

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Most worrying is the trend in food inflation, which reached 6.1% annually, its highest level since November 2023. The increase was mainly driven by perishable products, such as carrots, cassava, and onions, which rose more than expected for the season. According to BBVA Research, monthly food inflation was double the usual level in August, highlighting a strong impact on the basic food basket

Keywords

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1. Inflation

A general and sustained increase in the prices of goods and services in the economy, which reduces people’s purchasing power.

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Food inflation at 6.1% undermines the stability achieved in previous months and represents a direct threat to the purchasing power of Colombian households, especially those with lower incomes. This surge complicates the Bank of the Republic's strategy of containing prices and supporting the economy: a sensitive and demanding balance in the current economic context

KEYWORDS

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- Perishable foods

- Cost of living

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KEYWORDS

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Monetary policy

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