Colombia's annual inflation reached 6.30% in October, according to DANE

FinanceColombiaDiario del SurNov 9, 2026, 8:36 PMAI summary

Annual inflation in Colombia reached 6.30% in October, according to DANE figures published on November 9, 2026. The rise in the cost of living is reflected in prices of food, transport and public utilities, making it harder for many households to cover basic needs. The article notes that family incomes are not enough to face that increase and raises the need for government measures to control inflation and protect households' finances, especially those with fewer resources.

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Annual inflation in Colombia was 6.30% in October, according to DANE.
The figure was published on November 9, 2026.
Food, transport and public utilities are the items cited in the rise in the cost of living.

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