Economic downturn affects businesses in Mazatlán and Empalme

Businesses in Mazatlán and Empalme are facing significant economic challenges characterized by declining sales and reduced consumer spending.

In Mazatlán, Coparmex President Verónica Estrada Osuna reported that companies are undergoing staff adjustments and restructuring to remain operational due to falling revenues. While no affiliated businesses have reported permanent closures yet, many are struggling to maintain their current workforce.

In Empalme, Sonora, the local economy is experiencing a severe crisis driven by several factors: the aftermath of Hurricane Polo, a disastrous shrimp season, and mass layoffs in the maquiladora industry affecting over 2,000 workers. These factors have led to a scarcity of circulating money, leaving local commercial areas largely empty during evening hours.