Central bank is likely to lower the Selic monetary policy rate by 75bp this week, analysts say
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Colombia lowers interest rates
Central bank reduces its benchmark lending rate by 25bp for the first time in almost four years
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LatAm borrowers not dissuaded by Fed Rate hike
Sovereigns and corporates likely to tap the bond market earlier to get ahead of any future rate hikes, sources say
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Mexico follows the Fed with rate hike
Mexico’s central bank increases the benchmark monetary policy rate by 50bp for the second straight month
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Chile holds rates again
Central bank keeps benchmark rate unchanged at 3.5% for the 12th month in a row
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Brazil cuts interest rates again
Brazil central bank’s decision followed the release of new data showing the economy shrank 0.8% in Q3
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Chile holds rates
Central bank keeps its benchmark lending rate at 3.5% for the 11th month in a row
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Banxico hikes rates to combat slumping peso
Mexico’s central bank lifts key interest rate by 50bp to 5.25%, the highest it has been since 2009
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Brazil focuses on gradual easing of interest rates
The South American country could also sell more foreign exchange swap contracts to “comfort” the market, head of central bank says
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Possible US rate hike will hit Mexico, Central America
Mexico’s reliance on US foreign direct investment leaves it open to slower economic growth if the Fed hikes interest rates