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IMF Warns of Slowing Mexican Economic Growth Ahead

9/20/2025

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The IMF projects Mexico's economic growth to slow to 1.0% in 2025, down from 1.4% in 2024, with a slight increase to 1.5% in 2026.
Challenges include trade tensions, infrastructure gaps, and fiscal vulnerabilities.
The IMF calls for fiscal and structural measures for long-term stability.
Mexico's public debt-to-GDP ratio may reach 61.5% by 2030.
The government anticipates growth of 1.8% to 2.8% next year, aiming for a 2.5% fiscal deficit by 2027.

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Story summary

The IMF projects Mexico's economic growth to slow to 1.0% in 2025, down from 1.4% in 2024, with a slight increase to 1.5% in 2026.
Challenges include trade tensions, infrastructure gaps, and fiscal vulnerabilities.
The IMF calls for fiscal and structural measures for long-term stability.
Mexico's public debt-to-GDP ratio may reach 61.5% by 2030.
The government anticipates growth of 1.8% to 2.8% next year, aiming for a 2.5% fiscal deficit by 2027.