VOICED : Factor Trump impacta en perspectivas de crecimiento de Mexico

The Banco de México announced a lower economic growth forecast following Donald Trump's election as U.S. President, citing potential structural changes with the main trade partner. Growth estimates for 2016 and 2017 were revised, with the Secretaría de Hacienda maintaining its projections. Despite Trump's campaign promises to renegotiate NAFTA and restrict remittances, the Mexican government remains optimistic. The economy grew by 1% in Q3 2016, recovering from a previous decline, as reported by INEGI.

What was the main reason for Banco de México's announcement of expected lower economic growth?

• A decrease in oil prices

• A natural disaster affecting trade

• The election of Donald Trump as U.S. President

• A change in domestic policies

What growth rate did the Banco Central forecast for 2016 after revising its estimates?

• Between 3.0% and 3.5%

• Between 1.0% and 1.5%

• Between 1.8% and 2.3%

• Between 2.5% and 3.0%

How did the Mexican government respond to Trump's campaign promises regarding NAFTA?

• By imposing tariffs on U.S. goods

• By expressing optimism and maintaining growth estimates

• By immediately renegotiating the treaty

• By cutting diplomatic ties with the U.S.

What was the growth rate of the Mexican economy in the third quarter of 2016?

• 1.0%

• 0.5%

• 1.5%

• 2.0%

What approach did the Mexican government decide to take in response to the uncertainties following the U.S. elections?

• Waiting for concrete developments before taking action

• Reducing public spending

• Increasing taxes to boost revenue

• Implementing immediate policy changes