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news El Financiero 2026-05-08

Banxico Ends Rate Cut Cycle, Benchmark Rate Stands at 6.5%

The Bank of Mexico concluded its cycle of benchmark interest rate cuts, setting it at 6.50%. The decision was based on economic weakness, exchange rate stability, and the need to address future inflation challenges.


Justificó la decisión de política económica en la debilidad de la economía, así como el tipo de cambio. <p>La Junta de Gobierno del Banco de México <a href="https://www.elfinanciero.com.mx/economia/2026/05/07/banxico-decision-tasa-de-interes-hoy-7-de-mayo-en-cuanto-quedo/" rel="noreferrer" target="_blank" title="https://www.elfinanciero.com.mx/economia/2026/05/07/banxico-decision-tasa-de-interes-hoy-7-de-mayo-en-cuanto-quedo/">(Banxico) decidió, por mayoría, recortar la tasa de referencia</a> en...

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