In 2026, Hungary's primary budget deficit is expected to increase compared to 2025, highlighting the importance of keeping the deficit under control. The central bank is maintaining its rate to contain inflationary risks.
The Central Bank of Mexico has released updated forecasts: inflation by the end of 2026 is expected to be higher than previously estimated, while economic growth is projected to be slightly lower. However, the outlook for the peso exchange rate has improved.
Mexico's economy shrank by 0.8% in the first quarter, performing worse than expected. The decline was observed across all sectors, with agriculture and industry being hit particularly hard.
Citi considers the possibility that the Bank of Korea may raise its key interest rate at the upcoming meeting, due to revised economic forecasts indicating higher GDP growth and inflation for 2026.
Bank of America has lowered its GDP growth forecast for the Dominican Republic to 3% for this year, citing a sluggish recovery in sectors outside of tourism and ongoing vulnerability to external factors.
Argentina's economy grew by 4.4% in 2025, slightly below analysts' forecasts. The country's GDP also showed moderate growth compared to previous periods.
Brazil's Deputy Finance Minister Dario Durigan emphasized the need to coordinate fiscal and monetary policies amid high interest rates and rising public debt. He expressed confidence that the country's revenues would recover by 2026 and highlighted the importance of finding a balance between social spending and fiscal discipline.