Colombia’s national unemployment rate fell to 8.6% in June, better than the expected 9.2%. This indicates an improvement in the country’s job market. However, it’s important to remember that financial markets come with risks. Don’t view this information as a direct invitation to trade. Always do your own research before making any investment decisions.

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The information provided is for informational purposes only and does not guarantee accuracy or timeliness. There is a risk of losses, including the complete loss of your investment, when trading in open markets. The author of this article does not have any holdings in the stocks or companies mentioned. No financial compensation, apart from standard service fees, has been received for writing this piece. With the June 2025 unemployment rate of 8.6%, much better than the anticipated 9.2%, we see signs of a stronger economy in Colombia. This positive data indicates resilience in the job market and is an important focus as we move into August. This strong labor market may affect the central bank’s next interest rate decision. While inflation has decreased to 5.8% in June 2025, it is still above the 3% target. The Banco de la República might pause its rate cuts—which brought the policy rate down to 9.5% this year— to avoid creating more inflation.

Impact on Interest Rates and Economy

For those trading the Colombian Peso, this may indicate further strength against the US dollar. We could explore strategies that benefit from a lower USD/COP exchange rate, which has been around 4,000 recently. In the first quarter of 2025, the peso also showed strength when economic data exceeded expectations. A tighter job market often leads to more consumer spending, benefiting local businesses. We are watching for possible gains in the MSCI COLCAP index, which is attempting to break through the 1,450 resistance level. Call options on the index or on consumer-focused stocks could be good ways to take advantage of this potential growth. This situation also changes expectations for future interest rates. Traders in the interest rate swap market might think the central bank will keep rates high for a longer period than previously believed. This could make paying a fixed rate and receiving a floating rate on swaps a more attractive strategy in the coming weeks. Create your live VT Markets account and start trading now.

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