On June 2nd 2024, Mexico prepares for a rare landmark election, possibly electing its first female president. Claudia Sheinbaum, ex-Mayor of Mexico City, and Xóchitl Gálvez, a former senator, lead the polls. Significantly, Sheinbaum enjoys backing from the outgoing President, known popularly as AMLO. Global markets are closely monitoring this election. Morgan Stanley analysts emphasize […]
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