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Bank of Mexico cuts benchmark interest rate to 6.50% in split vote

The logo of Mexico's Central Bank (Banco de Mexico) is seen at its building in downtown Mexico City, Mexico April 24, 2024. REUTERS/Henry Romero
The logo of Mexico's Central Bank (Banco de Mexico) is seen at its building in downtown Mexico City, Mexico April 24, 2024. REUTERS/Henry Romero Reuters

MEXICO CITY - The Bank of Mexico on Thursday cut its benchmark interest rate by 25 basis points to 6.50%, noting that the decision concludes a rate easing cycle that began in 2024.

The decision by the central bank's five‑member board, which had been largely expected by analysts, was not unanimous, with three governors voting to cut the rate and two voting to hold.

(Reporting by Brendan O'Boyle; Editing by Emily Green)

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This story was originally published May 7, 2026 at 12:11 PM.

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