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    April 3, 2025

    Mexico|Mexico to face relatively lower protectionism, potentially revitalizing nearshoring

    On April 2, 2025, the White House issued an executive order introducing reciprocal tariffs aimed at regulating U.S. trade and reducing the trade deficit. A baseline 10% tariff will take effect on April 5, while country-specific reciprocal tariffs will be implemented starting April 9.

    April 1, 2025

    Peru | Year-on-year inflation continues to decline in March, despite rising food prices

    The CPI increased 0.81% month-over-month in March, driven by weather anomalies and the adjustment in student pensions. In contrast, the decrease in transportation prices and the return to normal fare prices after the Carnival holidays helped moderate inflation.

    April 1, 2025

    Mexico | Mexican Economy: Challenges and Opportunities from the 2024 Economic Census

    The Mexican economy faces significant structural challenges. The 2024 Economic Census provides key data on business growth, employment, productivity, and issues related to informality and widespread use of cash, which are essential for shaping economic development policies.

    March 31, 2025

    Colombia | Banco de la República maintained its policy rate stable at 9.5%

    The Board of the Banco de la República kept the policy rate unchanged at 9.5% in a split decision (4 to 3). The decision was based on inflationary and fiscal risks, as well as external uncertainty.

    March 31, 2025

    Mexico | Manufacturing shows signs of improvement in February; tariff risks remain

    The BBVA Research Multidimensional Manufacturing Indicator fell (-)0.4% YoY in February, the smallest contraction since March 2024

    March 31, 2025

    Spain | The most important statistic almost no one has heard of

    The imbalance between the value of our assets abroad and of Spanish assets held by foreigners has narrowed from almost 100% of GDP 10 years ago, to just 44% of GDP at the end of 2024.

    March 21, 2025

    Colombia | The Decline in Birth Rates: Social Progress or Future Risk?

    Birth rates in Colombia have dropped to 1.6 children per woman, accelerating aging. This pressures pension and healthcare systems. Encouraging births without improving labor and care conditions is ineffective. Public policy must adjust with reforms to ensure sustainability and well-being.