The Central Bank of Colombia released its Regional Economic Bulletin for Bogotá–Cundinamarca for the fourth quarter of 2025, reporting positive year-on-year performance across the region’s main economic activities, underpinned by strong domestic demand. Inflation in Bogotá eased slightly but remained above the national average, while unemployment and informality declined. Real retail sales grew and outperformed the national average despite a slowdown, supported by higher incomes, peso appreciation and improved credit conditions, with food and beverages and sales of hybrid and electric vehicles among the main drivers. Manufacturing posted modest growth above the national average, led by chemicals, pharmaceuticals and textiles in Bogotá and food and beverages in Cundinamarca, helped by external demand and seasonal product launches; industrial confidence improved on expectations of higher output and lower inventories, though low orders persisted. Construction saw progress in civil works, including metro-related infrastructure, while building construction areas continued to fall but at a slower pace; new home sales increased, supported by local government subsidy programmes.
Central Bank of Colombia 2026-03-09
Central Bank of Colombia publishes Bogotá–Cundinamarca regional bulletin reporting positive activity in Q4 2025
The Central Bank of Colombia's Regional Economic Bulletin for Bogotá–Cundinamarca Q4 2025 highlights positive year-on-year performance driven by strong domestic demand. Inflation in Bogotá eased but remained above the national average, while unemployment and informality declined. Real retail sales and manufacturing outperformed the national average, with notable growth in food, beverages, and hybrid vehicle sales, supported by higher incomes and better credit conditions.