Emergencia económica: ¿cómo afecta a los colombianos que se suba el 4x1.000 a 5x1.000 como busca Petro?

TL;DR

The Colombian government is analyzing a proposal to increase the 4x1,000 tax on financial transactions to 5x1,000.
This tax has been in place for over two decades, initially introduced in 1998 as a temporary measure and later made permanent.
The proposed increase is intended to generate immediate revenue to address a fiscal shortfall in 2026.
Concerns have been raised about the potential negative effects on financial inclusion, household finances, and small businesses.
The tax is considered highly efficient in revenue collection because all financial transactions are recorded.
The temporary nature of the proposed increase for the 2026 tax year is noted, but its impact on daily transactions and the potential for a shift back to cash usage are discussed.
The Constitutional Court will review the legality of the emergency decree.

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