The Central Bank of Mexico has opened a public consultation on draft provisions to amend the rules governing securities lending transactions by a range of regulated financial entities, aiming to align the framework with international standards and support the development of Mexico’s securities lending market. Key proposed changes include allowing financial entities to hire tri-party agents and securities lending agents, and permitting special types of securities loans, including open loans, evergreen loans and forward starting loans. The draft applies to credit institutions, broker-dealers, investment funds, specialized retirement investment funds, insurance companies, surety institutions and Financiera Nacional de Desarrollo Agropecuario, Rural, Forestal y Pesquero. Comments are to be submitted only via the Central Bank of Mexico’s online consultation portal from 4 March until 1 April at 18:00.
Central Bank of Mexico 2026-03-04
Central Bank of Mexico launches consultation on amendments to securities lending rules to align with international standards
The Central Bank of Mexico has launched a public consultation on draft provisions to amend securities lending transaction rules for various regulated financial entities. Proposed changes include the use of tri-party and securities lending agents, and the introduction of special loan types such as open, evergreen, and forward starting loans. The draft applies to credit institutions, broker-dealers, investment funds, and other specified entities.