Puerto Vallarta and Mexico News

Puerto Vallarta and Mexico News

Bank of Mexico expected to raise key rate by 25 basis points on Thursday

According to a Reuters poll on Monday, all 20 analysts surveyed expect the Bank of Mexico, known as Banxico, to hike its benchmark interest rate by 25 basis points on Thursday, but at a more moderate pace due to inflation showing signs of cooling. This would mark the 15th consecutive rate hike by Banxico, raising the key rate to 11.25%.

In February, the central bank increased the key rate by 50 basis points to 11.00%, which was unexpected by the market, citing a complex inflation scenario. However, Banxico hinted that future rate hikes could be . . .

Read Full Story

Related Posts

San Miguel celebrates 200 years with March events downtown

San Miguel’s 200-year celebration starts March 6 downtown

A parade and weekend performances launch San Miguel de Allende’s 200-year city commemoration, with key...
bridge bomb

SSEJ says hidden device left from cartel violence in Puerto Vallarta caused bridge explosion

Jalisco security officials say a device hidden since February 22 detonated during bridge work in...
Vinoma Fest

Puerto Vallarta sets March–April festival and race calendar

From Vinoma Fest to UTMB and the April marathon, Puerto Vallarta’s March–April lineup mixes tastings,...
Mexico health taxes hit record as cigarette IEPS jumps

Mexico health taxes hit record as cigarette IEPS jumps

Mexico’s January 2026 “health taxes” hit a record, with tobacco IEPS up 51%. What changed,...