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Mexico's Remittances Plummet 12.1% Amid U.S. Policies

6/4/2025

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In April 2025, Mexico faced a staggering 12.1% plunge in remittances, amounting to $4.76 billion—the steepest drop in over a decade. Stricter U.S. immigration policies and a looming 3.5% tax on money transfers threaten to further diminish these vital funds, jeopardizing the financial stability of millions of Mexican families.

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In April 2025, Mexico faced a staggering 12.1% plunge in remittances, amounting to $4.76 billion—the steepest drop in over a decade. Stricter U.S. immigration policies and a looming 3.5% tax on money transfers threaten to further diminish these vital funds, jeopardizing the financial stability of millions of Mexican families.