Mexico: Retail sales fall 1.1% per year in February

The retail sales from Mexico fell 1.1% per year in February After rising 2.7% in January, as published by the National Institute of Statistics and Geography (INEGI). This is the biggest decrease seen in three months, since November.

At a monthly level, the indicator grew 0.2% in Februarybelow the 0.6% increase in the previous month, but registering the third consecutive month of increases.

Mexican peso reaction

The Mexican weight has weakened slightly after the publication of retail sales, with the USD/MXN rising to 19.56, where it earns 0.14% in the day.

Economic indicator

Retail sales (yoy)

This survey of goods sold by retail merchants that publishes INEGI It is based on a sample of retail stores of different types and is considered an indicator of the economy growth rate. It shows the performance of the retail sector in the short and medium term. A result superior to the market consensus is bullish for Mexican weight, while a lower result is bassist.


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Last publication:
MIÉ APR 23, 2025 12:00

Frequency:
Monthly

Current:
-1.1%

Dear:

Previous:
2.7%

Fountain:



Source: Fx Street

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