The bidding process for 10% of existing participants is one of the issues of most concern to players in this market.
Congress passes reform confirming the individually funded model
February 3, 2025 by
With the support of the main political forces, Congress finally passed the pension system reform. The reform raises contributions, confirms the role of AFPs and strengthens social protection.
Mid-January is the deadline for choosing a pension manager
January 3, 2025 by
In this first stage, participants will be allocated to the four existing AFPs but by mid-2025 new managers will be entering the system.
Guillermo Zamarripa appointed as new President of FIAP
December 17, 2024 by
Zamarripa, will succeed Guillermo Arthur, who led the Federation for over two decades. Additionally, FIAP’s internal structure was reinforced, with Karol Fernández serving as Executive Vice President.
Regulatory change by Consar now allows Afores to invest in active ETFs
December 6, 2024 by
The regulatory update had been long awaited by several asset managers, who can now compete on a more level playing field for a market valued at approximately USD 50 billion.
Regulators focus on the special features of alternative assets
November 15, 2024 by
Solange Berstein and Osvaldo Macías favored adapting the offering to the liquidity of the underlying asset and preparing managers' teams to work with this asset class.
Consar updates Afore investment regime
October 30, 2024 by
Afores will be able to invest up to 30% in alternative products. Greater investment in national projects such as energy and infrastructure will be encouraged.
Generational funds could favor alternative assets
October 22, 2024 by
The government's proposal on generational funds has gained some consensus in the market and closely aligns with ideas presented by the AFP Association. It also has the potential to unlock greater long-term investment opportunities for pension managers.
AFPs emerge strengthened after enactment of pension reform
October 7, 2024 by
Despite the entry of new players, several measures are being considered to increase contributions to the individual accounts of their participants.
Bidding process for participants gains broad support from economists
August 8, 2024 by
The mechanism is included in the pension reform but there are a range of proposals on what form it should take.
