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news El Sudcaliforniano 2026-05-07

Banxico Cuts Interest Rate to 6.50% Amid High Inflation

Mexico's central bank, Banxico, lowered its benchmark interest rate to 6.50%, citing high inflation levels. They project inflation will return to the 3% target in the second quarter of next year.

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