Gobierno estaría evaluando un alza del 23% del salario mínimo para 2026, ¿qué tan viable es?

diciembre 29, 2025

TL;DR

A leaked government document proposes a 23% increase to Colombia's minimum wage in 2026.
The proposed increase aims to achieve a "vital wage" sufficient for basic needs, as defined by the ILO.
This would raise the minimum wage to $1,746,882 monthly, excluding transportation costs.
The proposal has faced criticism from economists and analysts concerned about potential increases in inflation, unemployment, and the cost of living.
Over 70 goods, tariffs, and services in Colombia are directly or indirectly linked to the minimum wage, meaning a 23% hike would affect numerous costs for the general population.
While only about 2.4 million workers earn the minimum wage, a significant portion of the population faces indirect effects from such an increase.
The price cap for social interest housing (VIS) in major cities could exceed $260 million in 2026 with the proposed increase.
The government has not officially confirmed the document or the proposed figure, but President Petro has expressed interest in a "vital and family" wage.
The debate highlights the challenge of improving workers' purchasing power without causing inflation or increasing informality.

Continuar leyendo el artículo original