Colombia
Colombia’s inflation likely fell to 4.9% in February from 5.2% in January, the lowest since October 2021 but still above the central bank’s target. Food
February 28, 2025
Colombia’s inflation likely fell to 4.9% in February from 5.2% in January, the lowest since October 2021 but still above the central bank’s target. Food
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