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Central BanksUpdated•Originally published 25 June 2026•Updated 26 June 2026•
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Bank of Mexico Holds Rate at 6.5%, Signals Extended Pause

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Key Facts

1The Bank of Mexico's board voted unanimously to keep the overnight interest rate target at 6.5%, and reiterated that they expect to stay on hold for the foreseeable future.

In a decision reflecting the Bank of Mexico's cautious stance, the board voted unanimously to keep the overnight target rate at 6.5% and reiterated expectations of a prolonged hold. The move comes as markets await clarity on the monetary policy path in Latin America's second-largest economy.

The hold decision comes amid persistent inflationary pressures, with Mexico's annual inflation rate still above the 3% target, according to recent government data. It also aligns with the cautious approach of major central banks globally, which have refrained from cutting rates amid economic uncertainty.

Traders are now focused on upcoming Mexican inflation data, which will guide policy direction at future meetings. The Mexican peso is expected to remain sensitive to any shifts in the central bank's forward guidance.