Key Achievements and Future Outlook for Coahuila’s Financial Health
José Antonio Gutiérrez Rodríguez, the Secretary of Finance for the Coahuila State Government, has announced that 2026 will mark a historic start for the state with sound finances.
No New Taxes and Inflation-Adjusted Tariffs
Gutiérrez Rodríguez highlighted that the newly implemented Paquete Económico, presented in December, ensures no new taxes. Instead, it only adjusts tariffs for rights according to an estimated inflation rate of 4%.
Debt-Free Fiscal Year and Increased Federal Participations
For the first time in 11 years, Coahuila will begin a fiscal year without short-term loans. This guarantees the fulfillment of obligations in the 2026 budget for social programs and unprecedented investments in security, health, and infrastructure.
- Federal participations are projected to increase by 15.39% from 29,149 million pesos in 2025 to 33,636 million pesos in 2026.
This growth stems from Coahuila securing the top national position in local tax revenue growth, demonstrating public trust in Governor Manolo Jiménez Salinas’s administration.
Achieving Sustainable Debt Level
Coahuila has reached the Sustainable Debt Level, or “semáforo verde,” under the Secretariat of Hacienda and Credit Public’s alert system since 2016. This signifies efficient revenue collection, timely debt and obligation payments, and responsible financial management.
Relevance of José Antonio Gutiérrez Rodríguez
As the Secretary of Finance, Gutiérrez Rodríguez plays a crucial role in shaping Coahuila’s financial future. His commitment to honesty, transparency, and accountability ensures the state’s fiscal health and fosters public trust in Governor Manolo Jiménez Salinas’s leadership.
Key Questions and Answers
- What does it mean for Coahuila to start 2026 with healthy finances? It signifies that the state will begin the year without short-term loans, ensuring it can fulfill all financial commitments and invest in essential programs and infrastructure.
- What changes are implemented in the Paquete Económico? The new package does not introduce new taxes but adjusts tariffs for rights according to an estimated 4% inflation rate.
- Why is Coahuila’s growth in local tax revenue significant? This growth reflects public confidence in Governor Manolo Jiménez Salinas’s administration and demonstrates effective financial management.
- What does achieving the Sustainable Debt Level mean for Coahuila? It indicates efficient revenue collection, timely debt and obligation payments, and responsible financial management under Gutiérrez Rodríguez’s leadership.
