Mercado Libre announces $4.6 billion investment in Mexico

Mercado Libre has announced a record annual investment of $4.6 billion in Mexico for 2026, representing a 35% increase over the previous year. According to Economy Secretary Marcelo Ebrard, the funds will be distributed across 19 states, including Mexico City, to expand infrastructure, enhance technological capabilities, and accelerate digital payments. The initiative is expected to create between 8,000 and 8,500 new jobs, primarily in logistics and corporate divisions.

Separately, data from the National Institute of Statistics and Geography (Inegi) shows that IMMEX storage services in Mexico generated 9,877 million pesos in July 2026. This marks a monthly increase of 0.97% compared to June. While revenue grew, the subsector saw a 1.34% decrease in employment, employing 14,888 people during the month. The IMMEX program as a whole generated 695,802 million pesos in July, a 3.23% annual increase, with 59.8% of total revenue originating from foreign markets.