The Costa Rican colón has emerged as the strongest currency in Central America this year, posting gains that outpace its regional peers. Yet this rise now pressures the nation’s ability to compete abroad, as exporters and tourism operators grapple with higher costs in dollar terms. Data from the Central Bank of Costa Rica shows the […] The post Costa Rica’s Colón Strength in Central America Tests National Competitiveness appeared first on The Tico Times | Costa Rica News | Travel | Real Estate .