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Data from FMP. Forecasts by Sigmanomics Forecast Engine.
MexicoMexico Foreign Exchange Reserves climbed to 256.6B in May 2026
FMPMonthlyReleased June 2026
Mexico Foreign Exchange Reserves climbed to 256.6B in May 2026, released June 2026, up 0.3B from April's 256.3B reading. The reading matched the 255B consensus. Year-over-year, the indicator is up 16.6B. Over the past 3 months, Foreign Exchange Reserves averaged 257.05B, vs 252.57B in the prior 3-month window. The reading is in the 94th percentile of the trailing 24-month range.
Latest Release
256.6
Actual
255
Consensus
256.3
Previous
Median Absolute Error
±1.89 billion
across last 12 releases
Last Call
Jun 2026
Predicted: 259.4
Actual: 256.6
Error: +2.8
Sigmacast Σ-direction model: consensus + ½ × mean(surprise, trailing 90d).
CORRELATED SYMBOLS— markets that historically move with this indicator
| Symbol | Direction | Correlation | Asset Class | Signal Bias | Action |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| EUR/USD | ▼ Inverse | −0.44 | FOREX | Bearish EUR | → View |
| USD/MXN | ▲ Direct | +0.40 | FOREX | Bullish USD | → View |
| XAU/USD | ▼ Inverse | −0.34 | COMMODITIES | Bearish XAU | → View |
Correlation based on 12-month rolling window. Click any symbol to view its Sigmanomics forecast page.
THE RELEASE
Foreign Exchange Reserves (Mexico) was reported at 256.60 billion in June 2026. This beat the market consensus of 255.00 billion by 1.60 billion. The reading rose from the previous value of 256.30 billion. Trailing 12-month context per ETL data through June 2026. Over the past 12 months, the indicator has averaged 249.63 billion, ranging from 241.70 billion to 257.80 billion across 10 releases.
WHY IT MATTERS
The trailing three releases averaged 256.67 billion, up from the prior three at 250.30 billion. Volatility over the past year (σ 5.58 billion) is lower than the prior year (σ 6.50 billion). In June readings over the past 3 years, Foreign Exchange Reserves has averaged 239.20 billion.
THE MODEL'S TAKE
Historically, this indicator is negatively correlated with EUR/USD (Bearish EUR). A secondary relationship exists with USD/MXN, positively correlated (Bullish USD). Over the last 12 releases, the Sigmacast model's median absolute error is 1.89 billion.
WHAT TO WATCH NEXT
Same-country events in the next 14 days include Interest Rate Decision (Jun 25) and Balance of Trade (Jun 26).
Auto-generated from current model state · Refreshes on each release · Last update June 2026.
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About Foreign Exchange Reserves — Mexico
DEFINITION
Foreign Exchange Reserves refer to the amount of foreign currency held by a country's central bank. These reserves are used to maintain stability in the country's currency and to fulfill international payment obligations. They serve as a measure of a country's economic strength and ability to withstand external shocks. Foreign Exchange Reserves are an important financial indicator for investors and policymakers, providing insight into a country's monetary policy and its ability to manage its currency.
WHY THIS INDICATOR MATTERS
This release contributes to the broader macro picture used by cross-asset investors for positioning and risk management. The release is more useful as part of a longer-run signal than as a single-print catalyst. Released monthly.
WHAT CHANGED THIS MONTH
Latest reading (May 2026): actual 256.6 B, consensus 255 B. Prior reading (Apr 2026): 256.3 B. Before that (Feb 2026): 257.8 B.
WHAT'S NEXT
Sigmacast's 1-month forecast points to a similar reading versus the latest print, with the 3-month outlook reinforcing that direction. Both horizons are aligned bullish for this indicator, suggesting a consistent trend signal. Trend-driven dynamics are the primary tailwind in the current projection. This indicator correlates most strongly with EUR/USD (Bearish EUR, r=-0.44) — a useful reference for forex-focused traders.