Mexican peso rises against U.S. dollar on Wednesday amid economy outlook

The Mexican currency appreciated for the fifth successive session on Wednesday after a report showed that U.S. retail sales advanced significantly in the month of February adding to an investors' optimism about the outlook for Mexico's economy. The Mexican peso accelerated 0.4% to 12.3955 per U.S. Dollar touching its highest level in 18 months after it has added more than 3% since March 6.