José Licandro
José Licandro is an economist known for his insights into monetary policy and inflation expectations in Uruguay. Recently, he highlighted the challenges faced by the Central Bank of Uruguay (BCU) in aligning inflation expectations with the target of 4.5%. Licandro pointed out that a recent increase in interest rates did not alter analysts' perspectives, suggesting ongoing difficulties in achieving the desired economic outcomes. He has emphasized the importance of consistent communication from the government and the need for alignment between economic ministries to stabilize inflation expectations.
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José Licandro warned that the downward update of expected growth and potential GDP leaves budget projections increasingly distant from what was originally planned.
Comité de Expertos recorta proyecciones para la economía y se aleja del Presupuesto
Uruguay· 2026-02-21José Licandro is one of the economists participating in the public meeting and has an interesting profile.
Un Solo Uruguay anunció su próxima reunión pública y allí hablarán tres economistas que piensan diferenteUruguay· 2025-08-26
José Licandro criticized the salary guidelines for not aligning with global productivity.
consistente con objetivos de inflación y empleo, según el gobiernoUruguay· 2025-07-04
José Licandro explained that the nominal exchange rate should not be the focus in open economies like Uruguay.
qué dicen los economistas y qué reclaman los exportadoresUruguay· 2025-07-03
José Licandro believes that the increase in interest rates by the BCU did not affect analysts' views.
expectativas todavía lejos de la meta y en espera por decisiones claves del gobiernoUruguay· 2025-05-06