economy
diciembre 24, 2025
ACOPI alerta sobre impactos negativos de un alza de dos dígitos en el salario mínimo 2026
La Asociación Colombiana de las Micro, Pequeñas y Medianas Empresas (ACOPI) expresó su preocupación frente a las recientes declaraciones del presidente Gustavo Petro sobre un posible incremento de dos dígitos en el salario mínimo o la fijación de un salario mínimo vital, así como ante la declaratoria de emergencia económica.
TL;DR
- ACOPI is concerned about President Petro's potential double-digit minimum wage increase or living wage proposal.
- The association also opposes the declaration of an economic emergency.
- ACOPI argues these measures are inopportune and detrimental to Colombian businesses, particularly SMEs.
- The group warns of negative impacts on business sustainability, formal employment, and economic stability.
- ACOPI emphasizes that minimum wage decisions should be made through negotiation, considering inflation, productivity, and employment preservation.
- The association calls for responsible dialogue and decisions that ensure economic stability and business sustainability.