The official explained that after the quick count, the virtual president asked him to remain in the Ministry of Finance and Public Credit, and that he will do so indefinitely. She stressed that she will be at the forefront with the goal of securing at least five points.
“One, the debt reduction generated each year between now and 2025 to levels compatible with a sustainable debt-GDP ratio in the medium term, that is, around 3% of GDP,” he said.
“Second, update all communication with investors and rating agencies to confirm our priorities, which is macroeconomic stability. Three, the reduced fiscal prudence and the viability of our fiscal objectives. A closer collaboration with Pemex, taking advantage of the support that will be reflected in Congress to optimize the good use of public resources,” he told investors.
“Fourth, confirm to international organizations and private investors that our project is based on financial discipline, a vital role in the development of the economy and a vital role in the development of the economy. Five, providing Banco México autonomy, adherence to the rule of law and facilitating national and foreign private investment,” the official added.
He stressed that as the work on the transition progresses, more information will be provided, in addition to reporting that he was accompanied by Dr. Juan Ramón de Fuente, in charge of coordination and the transition team of Doctor Claudia Sheinbaum.
What happened to the markets after the elections?
Yesterday, Monday, June 3, the virtual president-elect announced that Ramírez de la O agreed to continue leading the Ministry of Finance and Public Credit (SHCP) in her administration that will begin on October 1.
By accepting this continuation, Ramírez de la O is in charge of coordinating the design of the proposal for the 2025 economic package, and must deliver it to the Congress of the Union in November.
After the announcement of Morena’s victory in Congress, the peso began to depreciate more than 2.9%, reaching 17.47 pesos per dollar during the early hours of Monday. On the day, the peso lost 4% against the dollar, the worst since the pandemic, while the Mexican Stock Exchange (BMV) closed with a drop of 6%, the largest recorded since March 2020.
Today, Tuesday, the Mexican peso extended the strong losses of Monday’s session, briefly challenging the barrier of 18 pesos per dollar, due to investor concerns that a qualified majority of the ruling party in the next Congress will bring profound constitutional reforms, of according to Reuters.
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