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US dollar volatility and reserve shifts in Latin America

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US dollar exchange rates and central bank reserves have shown varied volatility across several Latin American markets. In Colombia, the representative market rate (TRM) initially experienced fluctuations, rising above the $3,300 threshold in late September before decreasing to approximately $3,306.86 by September 26. By mid-October, the TRM saw a further decline to ~~$3,194.44.~~ $3,194.44, eventually falling below the 3,200 threshold. In Argentina, the official dollar was quoted at $1,545 for sale in late September, while the informal blue dollar was at $1,560. By October 13, the official rate remained stable at $1,535 for sale, though the blue dollar rose to $1,550. ~~Other regional~~ More recently, the Central Bank (BCRA) conducted its largest reserve purchase in over two months, acquiring US$291 million, bringing total accumulated reserves for the year to over US$15,000 million. During this period, the country’s risk premium fell below 600 points. Regional trends ~~include~~ show Nicaragua reaching a ~~decline in~~ historic milestone as its gross international reserves surpassed US$10 billion for the US first time. In Peru, the dollar ~~value in Peru~~ experienced fluctuations with slight differences between the official SUNAT rate and parallel market rates. In Bolivia, ~~while~~ the official exchange rate continued a downward trend, reaching Bs. 11.70. Meanwhile, Venezuela previously reported an upward trend in the official exchange rate, reaching Bs. 876.80.

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