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Published on Wednesday, April 22, 2026 | Updated on Wednesday, April 22, 2026

Mexico | Monthly report on banking and the financial system. April 2026.

Summary

In February 2026, outstanding credit granted to the non-financial private sector (NFPS) continued to slowdown, reaching a new low since 2022 (1.4% YoY in real terms), driven by a weak corporate lending. Deposits growth recovered to 2.1% YoY in real terms, despite currency appreciation.

Key points

  • Key points:
  • Despite the appreciation of the exchange rate, banking deposits accelereted in February 2026.
  • Bank credit portfolios further intensified their slowdown in February 2026.
  • Stable conditions prevailed in commercial banking throughout 2025: CESF.
  • Did the Iran conflict prompt a relevant change in the holdings of government bonds?

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Report (PDF)

Monthly report on banking and the financial system. April 2026.

English - April 22, 2026

Report (PDF)

Montly report on banking and the financial system. April 2026.

Spanish - April 21, 2026

Authors

Iván Martínez Urquijo
Iván Martínez Urquijo Principal economist for Mexico
BBVA Research
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Mariana Angélica Torán
Mariana Angélica Torán Principal economist for Mexico
BBVA Research
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Jorge Abraham Campos Soto
Jorge Abraham Campos Soto Senior economist for Mexico
BBVA Research
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