This paper presents an extended model that includes Thirlwall’s simple rule. Growth in Mexico fell from an annual average of 6,76% in 1961-1981 to 2,95% in the 1982-2004 period. Net flows of capital, rents and transfers promote and stabilize the economy, while devaluation does not improve...

This paper proposes a new real exchange rate index for the Mexican economy. Unlike the methodology currently being employed by the Bank of Mexico, the new index reflects the changing patterns of trade between the country and the rest of the world. The index is calculated on a quarterly basis...