Mexicans Go to Polls With Leftist on Brink of Victory

The transcript discusses the election day operations in Mexico, highlighting that 99% of polling stations are functioning smoothly. It outlines the timeline for the announcement of election results, including exit polls and official counts. The market's reaction to the election, particularly the performance of the peso, is also covered, noting that the currency has been volatile but recently performed well. The expectation is that the leftist candidate, Andres Manuel Lopez Obrador, is likely to win, which has been factored into market expectations.

What percentage of polling stations typically face disruptions during elections?

• 5%

• 15%

• 10%

• 1%

When are the exit polls expected to be released for the presidential race?

• Immediately after polls close

• Two hours after polls close

• Two and a half hours after polls close

• The next day

At what local time is the preliminary official count expected to be announced?

• Midnight

• 11:00 PM

• 10:00 PM

• 9:00 PM

What was the market's expectation regarding the election outcome?

• A centrist candidate would win

• The election would be inconclusive

• The leftist candidate, Andres Manuel Lopez Obrador, was expected to win

• A right-wing candidate would win

How did the peso perform in the week leading up to the election?

• It was the top performer among major currencies

• It strengthened slightly

• It remained stable

• It weakened significantly