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news El Financiero 2026-03-26

Mexican Central Bank Lowers Interest Rate to 6.75% Despite Inflation Surge

The Mexican Central Bank, known as the Banxico, has lowered its interest rate to 6.75% despite inflation reaching its highest level since 2024. The decision was made by a split vote within the bank, with one sub-governor supporting a rate cut and the majority voting to lower the rate. The bank cited the impact of the ongoing conflict in the Middle East on its decision.


La mitad de los economistas consultados por Bloomberg pronosticó que la Junta de Gobierno del Banxico dejaría la tasa en 7%. <p>El <a href="https://www.elfinanciero.com.mx/mercados/2026/03/26/peso-dolar-precio-hoy-26-de-marzo-de-2026/" rel="noreferrer" target="_blank" title="https://www.elfinanciero.com.mx/mercados/2026/03/26/peso-dolar-precio-hoy-26-de-marzo-de-2026/">Banco de México (Banxico)</a> reanudó los <b>recortes a la tasa de interés</b> a pesar de que la <a href="https://www.elfinancie...

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