How to protect your savings amid exchange rate uncertainty? | ¿Cómo proteger sus ahorros ante la incertidumbre cambiaria?

By Charles Muñoz Flores, Red Uno, Eju.tv:

How to protect your savings amid exchange rate uncertainty? An economist recommends three real alternatives

In times of uncertainty, protecting capital is a priority. Juan Fernando Subirana reveals what to do in light of Bolivia’s economic deterioration.

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Amid growing economic uncertainty and a rapid loss of the boliviano’s purchasing power, Juan Fernando Subirana Osuna, an economic and energy analyst, issued a clear warning and offered advice on how to protect individual and family capital.

“Capital and savings protection is essential during times of crisis. There are several ways to do it,” said Subirana.

Here are his three recommendations:

FIRST: According to the expert, one of the quickest options, though highly volatile, is to bet on the world of crypto assets. “It’s the same kind of volatility one faces when buying physical dollars and hiding them under the mattress. It’s exactly the same,” he explained.

SECOND: Another viable alternative, although he clarifies it is not foolproof, is to invest in the real estate market. “If the goal is to hold assets that retain their value in inflationary scenarios, real estate has always been a good choice. However, it’s important to note that this year we may not see appreciation above inflation, which is soaring and could end up between 10% and 20%,” he said.

For those who don’t trust the crypto system (cryptocurrencies, crypto assets, or tokens) and don’t have enough capital to invest in property or buy dollars, Subirana reminds us of a solution that has already been used in other crisis-stricken countries.

THIRD: “Saving in non-perishable goods, like canned food.” An alternative strategy that allows you to “get a slight edge over inflation,” though it has its limitations.

Managing a budget and tracking expenses

Beyond investments, the economist stressed the importance of managing the household budget.

“It’s essential to keep a strict record of all expenses and analyze what can be cut without affecting quality of life, so that in this way, you try to get ahead of inflation,” he advised. In his view, maintaining your standard of living is possible if conscious and responsible decisions are made.

Finally, Subirana issued a troubling warning: “The boliviano has lost two-thirds of its purchasing power since February 2023. If no action is taken, it could reach 30 bolivianos per dollar by the end of the year.” That’s why he urged people to look for alternatives to preserve the value of their money and protect their assets amid a fragile and volatile economy.

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