In February 2024, Mexico’s inflation drop aligned with expectations, hinting at likely interest rate cuts by Banxico on March 21. The National Consumer Price Index (INPC) slightly increased by 0.09% from January, bringing the yearly inflation rate to 4.4%, reports the National Institute of Statistics and Geography (Inegi). The Citibanamex survey expected this inflation rate […]
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