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news El Financiero 2026-05-22

Moody's Downgrades Major Mexican Banks Following Sovereign Rating Cut

Moody's has lowered the ratings of eight Mexican banks, including Banamex, BBVA, and Banorte, citing intense competition and a weaker economic outlook. This follows a downgrade of Mexico's sovereign rating.


La agencia Moody's señaló que los bancos en México enfrentan una 'competencia cada vez más intensa' con la entrada de nuevos operadores, lo que pone presión a sus notas. <p><b>Moody’s Ratings</b> rebajó la calificación de ocho bancos, en línea con el recorte a la <a href="https://www.elfinanciero.com.mx/economia/2026/05/20/moodys-ratings-rebaja-la-calificacion-de-mexico-a-baa3/" rel="noreferrer" target="_blank" title="https://www.elfinanciero.com.mx/economia/2026/05/20/moodys-ratings-rebaja-la-c...

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