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• [New] Swells affecting portions of the southwestern Mexico coast for the next few days could produce life-threatening surf and rip current conditions. Winnipeg Free Press
• [New] NOAA Monitors Low-Pressure System With Chance to Become Tropical Storm Barbara The National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA) reports a 80% chance that a low-pressure system forming off southern Mexico will develop into Tropical Storm Barbara later this week. Puerto Vallarta News
• [New] Meteorologists are closely monitoring a low-pressure system off southern Mexico's Pacific coast, which could develop into Tropical Storm Barbara - the second named storm of the 2025 Eastern Pacific hurricane season. Mexico News Daily
• [New] Canada and Mexico are noted as having the highest share of jobs exposed to US demand fluctuations, with 17.1% of their employment at risk. Punch Newspapers
• [New] In a dramatic shift in US trade policy, the Trump administration has imposed and continues to threaten new rounds of tariffs against Mexico, sounding alarm bells across the Mexican manufacturing industry. Phenomenal World
• [New] Allow buffer time between scheduled activities-Mexico City traffic is unpredictable and rushing between experiences creates unnecessary stress. Bridesmaid For Hire
• Mexico plans to request an exemption from U.S. steel tariffs imposed by the Trump administration, citing strong bilateral trade ties. GeopoliticsUnplugged Substack
• Many companies are spreading their manufacturing bases, moving production to countries such as Southeast Asia and Mexico to mitigate risks related to tariffs. Markets and Data
• The steepened tariffs could potentially further escalate tensions between the U.S. and its top steel partners, which include Canada, Brazil, and Mexico. Time
• The US is expected to lead the real estate industry in the NAFTA bloc, with a value of $22, 95,348.8 million in 2029, followed by Canada and Mexico with expected values of $3, 78,334.7 and $3, 48,913.1 million, respectively. Yahoo Finance
• China is expected to lead the real estate industry in the top five emerging nations, with a value of $17, 80,187.4 million in 2029, followed by India and Mexico with expected values of $13, 40,099.2 and $3, 48,913.1 million, respectively. Research and Markets
• Oil and natural gas industry leaders expect technological advancements, streamlined permitting, and sustained investment to increase production in the U.S. Gulf of Mexico (America), where oil production could rise from 1.8 million barrels to 2.4 million barrels daily. IER
• The question is no longer just to which countries to export more, but in which sectors and markets Mexico can scale quickly, reduce critical vulnerabilities, and build a more robust technological base. Phenomenal World
• Vietnam, with its geographical and economic positioning, can support Mexico in expanding ties with ASEAN and the broader Asia-Pacific, while Mexico offers Vietnam access to new opportunities across Latin America. Vietnam+ (VietnamPlus)
• Cargo theft remains a critical threat to logistics networks in Mexico, with Overhaul's Q1 2025 report. Radiant World Trade Services
• Frontloading by businesses might have provided some boost to exports in February before the new tariff levels for Canada and Mexico came into effect in March when they likely slumped. investing.com
• Cars assembled in Mexico and exported to the United States will face an average tariff of 15%, not 25%, citing additional discounts that local products benefit from. The Yucatan Times
• A protracted and wide-ranging trade conflict between the United States and various other countries, including Canada, Mexico and China, could adversely affect global economic growth. MarketScreener
• The United States recently introduced broad tariffs against Canada, Mexico and China and has threatened to do so against other countries, resulting in retaliatory tariffs or the threat of retaliatory tariffs. MarketScreener
• Mexico's strategic position in the global economy, particularly in the medical technology sector, presents significant opportunities for enhanced regional integration and economic growth. NewsyList

Last updated: 13 June 2025