The macroprudential policy framework in Colombia

Borradores de Economia
Number: 
1014
Published: 
Classification JEL: 
G18, E51, E58, F32, F38, G28

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Macroprudential policy in Colombia is described along with a discussion of the main challenges faced by the authorities in implementing it and a review of episodes in which macroprudential measures were taken. An overview and some estimates of their effectiveness in preventing the buildup of imbalances, increasing buffers and cushioning downswings are presented.