The fact that the Mexican current account deficit has doubled over the past year is not as alarming as it appears. The deficit remains small and there are no signs of a consumer import binge comparable to elsewhere in the region. That being said, the threat of renewed capital inflows and currency appreciation means there is a risk that the current account will deteriorate in the future.
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