The stronger-than-expected expansion in Colombian GDP in Q4 confirms that the worst of the country’s economic downturn has now passed. Higher oil prices should support a further gradual recovery over the course of this year, but a hike in VAT will weigh on consumer spending and keep overall economic growth weak.
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