Global Scans · Mexico · Weekly Summary

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WHAT'S NEXT?: Mexico's economy and status with the U.S. faces uncertain times as a result of Donald Trump's recent election as America's next president. The impacts of Donald Trump's pre-election threats are already being felt by Mexico's economy and may have unforeseen consequences for both nations.

• [New] Jalisco plans to develop the first state-owned semiconductor design park in Latin America to expand Mexico's semiconductor production capacity. Mexico News Daily
• [New] As geopolitical risk, trade friction, and industrial policy realignment continue to redefine globalization, Vietnam and Mexico are emerging as the new frontiers of chip manufacturing and advanced electronics assembly - signaling the most significant reordering of global supply chains in decades. Dynamic Global Insights
• [New] The Government of Mexico, through the Mexican Navy, unveiled the Institutional Program of the Interoceanic Corridor of the Isthmus of Tehuantepec 2025-2030, which outlines a long-term development strategy to consolidate the Interoceanic Corridor as a multimodal logistics platform. Mexico Business
• [New] 2026 will feature globally inspired lattes such as horchata lattes, inspired by the beloved Mexican rice-milk beverage. WebstaurantStore
• [New] DHL will invest MXN 1.1 billion (USD 60 million) in Mexico ahead of the El Buen Fin discount campaign to strengthen its delivery capacity. Retail Slop
• [New] Mexico City will have a direct flight to Barcelona, Spain, and Monterrey, Nuevo Leon, will have a direct flight to Paris, France, eliminating the need for layovers in Mexico City or Madrid. Mexico News Daily
• [New] To the south, Mexico's GDP contracted in the third quarter, sparking fears of a recession, as the industrial sector, ranging from mining to construction to manufacturing, has been severely impacted by trade tensions. Fortune
• [New] United States President Donald Trump has slapped 25% tariffs on Canadian-made autos and parts unless they are compliant with the Canada-U.S.-Mexico Agreement, and his administration has made it clear that it will continue to enact policies designed to pull Canada's auto sector into his country. financialpost
• [New] While still in the early stages of adoption compared to the U.S. and Canada, Mexico is beginning to explore opportunities in microgrid deployment, particularly in industrial zones and rural electrification projects. Market Data Forecast
• [New] By mid-century, Mexico will possess a robust and redundant digital infrastructure and emerge as a provider of open, interoperable, and transferable digital resources. Information Technology and Innovation Foundation | ITIF
• [New] Nearshoring presents potential investors in Mexico with a major opportunity. Passle
• [New] Mexican shoppers will gain access to a trusted and transparent payment solution that allows them to buy now and pay later, even without a credit card. FinExtra
• [New] Traditional banking stocks in Brazil and Mexico - where financial inclusion initiatives are gaining traction - could benefit from long-term policy tailwinds. Ainvest
• [New] The slower growth and remaining risks mean Mexico cannot be complacent. Mexico Business
• [New] The Mexican peso, despite its recent strength, could experience volatility depending on global risk appetite and U.S. monetary policy. The Chronicle-Journal
• [New] Mexico's AI ecosystem has shown growing momentum in recent months, marked by increased investment, training programs, and interest from startups, researchers, and multinational companies exploring new business opportunities. Mexico Business
• [New] Mexico's federal government is preparing to introduce an initiative to reduce the standard workweek from 48 to 40 hours, a long-debated labour reform that could be formally presented in November by Marath Bolanos, Minister of Labour. Mexico Business

Last updated: 18 November 2025