IMF Urges Action on Emerging Market Vulnerabilities: Finance Week

This week in finance news: The IMF urges emerging markets to fortify their external economic defenses against geopolitical shocks, and Nu Mexico launches a 15% return feature with immediate liquidity.

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IMF Urges Emerging Markets to Strengthen Buffers Against Shocks

The International Monetary Fund (IMF) has urged emerging market economies to bolster their external buffers to better withstand potential geopolitical shocks, which it warns could disrupt financial markets and threaten global economic stability.

Sheinbaum Directs Efforts to Lower SME Loan Interest Rates

President Claudia Sheinbaum has instructed Mexico’s Ministry of Finance, Edgar Amador, to initiate discussions with development and commercial banks to lower interest rates, particularly for small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs).

Nu Mexico's Cajita Turbo Offers 15% Returns, Instant Liquidity

Nu Mexico has introduced Cajita Turbo, a new savings feature within its debit account, offering customers a 15% annual return with immediate liquidity. The product is designed to promote financial planning and reward the consistent use of Nu’s debit and credit cards.

Bitso Expands Crypto Payments with Euro Ramps Across 39 Nations

Bitso Business, the payments infrastructure division of Mexico-based crypto platform Bitso, has announced the launch of Euro Ramps–a solution enabling companies to send and receive payments in euros via the Single Euro Payments Area (SEPA). The service will be available across 39 European countries.

Recession Fears Grow: 62% of US CEOs Blame Tariffs, Trade Policy

A growing number of top US executives are bracing for an economic downturn within the next six months, driven by escalating uncertainty surrounding US trade policy and tariffs. In April, 62% of over 300 CEOs surveyed by Chief Executive anticipated a recession or economic slowdown, up from 48% in March.