Expectations for reforms from the Bolsonaro government came crashing back to earth this week and there is now a risk premium on the Brazilian real and dollar bonds that could increase further unless pension reform gets back on track. In contrast, the Mexican peso has held up surprisingly well during the recent turmoil in financial markets, and has shrugged off growing signs of opposition to the USMCA trade deal.
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