Mexican Peso Reaches New Record in Seven Years Awaiting Monetary Policy Decisions

The Mexican peso rose to a new record in seven years at 17.2610 per dollar, gaining 0.10% against Friday’s Reuters reference price, previously achieving 17.2360, the highest since May 2016. This appreciation occurs amidst the anticipation of important financial news this week, such as inflation figures in the United States and monetary policy decisions of several central banks, including the Federal Reserve (Fed).

Reuters.- Monex Grupo Financiero noted in an analysis note that “the performance of the Mexican currency reflects that investors are operating cautiously, waiting for important information to be published this week”. Although the peso hit a seven-year high, analysts from CI Banco expected the currency to oscillate between 17.15 and 17.60 per dollar throughout the week. Locally, investors also focused on the central bank’s financial stability report. These analyses highlight the current market’s uncertainties and anticipation of crucial financial developments and decisions in the coming days.

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