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Mexico 2026: weak growth, peso volatility, tourism shortfall
Entities: Mexico · Asia United Bank · Deloitte · Philippines · United States dollar
Overview
In late July 2026 Mexico’s economy showed only modest improvement. Real GDP growth held at 0.4 % YoY and the policy rate stayed at 6.50 %. Inflation eased to 3.1 % but activity remained sluggish, with the June ENOE survey confirming a rise in unemployment to 2.9 % and a labour‑force participation of 58.8 %. Informal employment still accounted for roughly 55 % of jobs.
Tourism linked to the 2026 FIFA World Cup fell dramatically short of government expectations. Deloitte analysis estimated the tournament added only about 500 000 visitors – 198 000 foreign tourists and 296 000 domestic travellers – roughly 10 % of the 5‑million target. Hotel occupancy plunged 56 % in Mexico City and fell in Guadalajara, while Monterrey saw a 64 % rise. The event generated an estimated US$2.5 billion spill‑over, comparable to half a month of Mexico’s annual remittances, and attracted 6.8 million stadium spectators with fan festivals drawing over nine million visitors.
The Mexican peso remained volatile. On 27 July the official rate was 17.51 MXN/$, with market quotes ranging from 16.45 to 17.99 MXN/$ on 29 July. By the end of the month the peso hovered between 17.44 and 17.49 per dollar after three sessions of modest gains, reflecting the impact of a flat U.S. Federal Reserve rate decision, rising oil prices linked to Middle‑East tensions, and political uncertainty surrounding the T‑MEC trade pact.
Moody’s and S&P kept Mexico’s sovereign ratings downgraded after the U.S. shifted T‑MEC to annual reviews, leaving borrowing costs elevated. The auto sector showed mixed signals, with Freightliner cutting output in Coahuila by 45 %.
Claims
What the coverage asserts, and how well corroborated each claim is across sources.
- [● 3 SOURCES] The Mexican peso traded between 17.44 and 17.49 per US dollar on 29 July 2026. (Exchange‑rate data from articles 3, 4 and 5.)
- [● 2 SOURCES] The US dollar index fell about 0.11% to approximately 101.3‑101.5 points in late July 2026. (DXY index decline reported in article 2 and article 1.)
- [● 2 SOURCES] US and Saudi military actions in Iraq against Iran‑backed groups in July 2026 pushed oil prices up more than six percent. (Oil‑price impact reported in articles 4 and 5.)
- [● 2 SOURCES] President Donald Trump said he is not interested in renewing the US‑Mexico‑Canada trade agreement (T‑MEC). (Trump’s comments cited in articles 4 and 5.)
- [○ 1 SOURCE] The Federal Reserve kept its policy interest rate unchanged in the 3.50‑3.75 % range with a 9‑to‑3 vote. (Fed decision described in article 3.)
- [○ 1 SOURCE] Analysts expect a possible 25‑basis‑point Fed rate hike in September 2026. (Market expectations noted in article 3.)
- [○ 1 SOURCE] US consumer confidence fell to 90.8 points in July 2026, down from 92.2 points. (Consumer confidence data in article 2.)
- [○ 1 SOURCE] North Sea Brent crude fell about 4.8% to $84.09 per barrel on the same day. (Oil price report in article 2.)
- [○ 1 SOURCE] Mexico's informal employment rate was 52.4 % in 2026 according to the ILO. (e13a2a01-df02-4bf3-84dd-db7914d33328)
Timeline
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1 day ago
[BUSINESS] 7 sourcesMexico's informal employment rate stays above Latin American averageILO data shows Mexico's informal employment at 52.4%–55% in 2026, above the 47.4% regional average, while unemployment is 2.6% and GDP growth lags the region.
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2 days ago
[BUSINESS] 11 sourcesMexican peso stabilizes as US dollar falls on Fed rate hold and Middle East flareThe US dollar slipped to a four‑year low while the Mexican peso traded around 17.45 per dollar. The Fed left rates unchanged, markets eye a September hike, and Middle‑East tensions lifted oil prices, pressur‑
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3 days ago
[BUSINESS] 3 sourcesUS Dollar exchange rates rise on July 29 2026 in Mexico and PhilippinesOn July 29 2026 the US Dollar rose to 17.51 pesos in Cancun and 61.52 pesos in the Philippines, boosting remittances but raising local costs.
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3 days ago
[BUSINESS] 4 sourcesMexico sees 90% drop in World Cup tourism versus government forecastsDeloitte reports Mexico received only 500,000 extra visitors for the 2026 World Cup, far below the 5 million goal, with hotel occupancy dropping in major cities and an economic impact of $2.5 bn; fans consumed
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5 days ago
[BUSINESS] 6 sourcesUS Dollar exchange rates rise in Mexico and Philippines on July 27, 2026On July 27, 2026 the dollar rose to ~17.5 MXN and ~61.7 PHP, boosting remittances in the Philippines while Mexican exchange houses showed buying rates near 16.5 MXN and selling near 18 MXN.
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6 days ago
[BUSINESS] 7 sourcesMexico 2026 Survey Shows Rising Unemployment and InformalityJune 2026 ENOE data show Mexico’s active population at 61.9 million, unemployment rising to 2.9% and informal jobs at 55%, while another source claims a 97.1% employment rate tops the G‑20.
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9 days ago
[BUSINESS] 9 sourcesMexican Peso Holds Near 17.5 per US Dollar on July 24, 2026Mexico’s dollar price stayed near 17.5 pesos on 24 July 2026, amid slight peso depreciation after INEGI’s 3.10 % inflation report.
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12 days ago
[BUSINESS] 7 sourcesChinese car sales rise 30% in Mexico despite 50% tariffChinese car sales in Mexico jumped 30% to 17% market share despite a 50% tariff, while imports fell 43%, sparking U.S. concerns and NA trade talks.
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13 days ago
[BUSINESS] 2 sourcesMexico's Freightliner Plant Cuts Output as US Demand Slows, Chinese Trucks Raise Tariff ConcernsFreightliner cuts Mexican output amid weak U.S. demand while a sharp rise in Chinese truck imports fuels tariff tensions in USMCA talks.
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13 days ago
[BUSINESS] 5 sourcesMexican peso trades at 17.54 per US dollar on July 18 2026The US dollar was priced at 17.54 pesos on July 18 2026, with bank rates ranging from about 16.00 to 18.09 pesos. In Cancún, average rates were 16.50/17.99, and the euro traded near 21.94/19.10 pesos.
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14 days ago
[BUSINESS] 8 sourcesMexico's IMSS mandates SAT e‑firma for all employer digital filingsMexico's IMSS will require the SAT e. firma as the only digital certificate for employer filings, ending the NPIE and giving a 90‑day transition from mid‑July to simplify and secure processes.
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14 days ago
[BUSINESS] 4 sourcesMexico automotive sales hit historic March highMexico sold 124,395 new cars in March 2024, a 4.7% rise and the second‑largest monthly total ever, driven by brands like Nissan, Toyota and GM.
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15 days ago
[POLITICS] 2 sourcesState of Mexico allocates 664 million pesos for free public‑transport rides and transfersThe State of Mexico will spend 664 million pesos to provide free rides and transfers on Mexibús, Mexicable and Trolebús lines for vulnerable groups, covering over 66 million trips through July 2026.
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15 days ago
[BUSINESS] 3 sourcesMexican Peso Dips Near 17.99 per US Dollar Amid Trade TalksOn July 16 2026 the US dollar traded at about 17.99 pesos in Cancun, with the euro near 20 pesos; the peso’s level was shaped by US job data, IMF forecasts and T‑MEC trade talks.
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16 days ago
[BUSINESS] 3 sourcesMexico's Exports to United States Hit Highest Share Since 2006Mexico shipped 82.7% of its exports to the United States in September 2023, the highest since 2006, while its share of U.S. imports rose to 16.9% early this year, highlighting deep bilateral trade integration.
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17 days ago
[BUSINESS] 5 sourcesMexico tourism rebounds after 2026 World Cup, campaign urges repeat visitsMexico's tourism rebounds after the 2026 World Cup, with Mérida seeing rising visitors and a government campaign urging the 5.5 million tourists to return, as restaurants expect a 10‑20% seasonal boost.
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17 days ago
[BUSINESS] 3 sourcesMexico sugar exports to United States set to surge in 2026‑27 seasonU.S. USDA forecasts a jump to 1.35 million short tons of Mexican sugar imports for 2026‑27, prompting President Claudia Sheinbaum to hail the boost that could raise cane growers’ earnings and support over half‑
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18 days ago
[BUSINESS] 8 sourcesMexican peso strengthens as US inflation eases, dollar slipsMexican peso rose about 0.5% to ~17.4 per dollar after US CPI eased, lowering Fed hike odds.
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18 days ago
[BUSINESS] 3 sourcesMexico's Jalisco launches 'Ruta del Mango' campaign to boost domestic mango consumptionJalisco's new 'Ruta del Mango' campaign, led by EMEX, promotes domestic mango consumption through 55 venues and 3,000+ activities, supporting Mexico's $600 M mango industry.
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18 days ago
[BUSINESS] 8 sourcesMexicana launches new Chihuahua‑AIFA air route to boost tourismMexicana began a new Chihuahua‑AIFA route with five weekly flights, aiming to improve regional connectivity and tourism, highlighted by an inaugural ceremony with local officials and promotional tastings.
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18 days ago
[POLITICS] 2 sourcesMexico sanctions 2,406 firms for contract fraud as IMSS employer registrations hit five‑year lowMexico penalised over 2,400 firms for falsifying contract bids with MXN 2.18 bn fines, while IMSS employer registrations fell to a five‑year low, reflecting a weakening formal labour market.
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18 days ago
[BUSINESS] 6 sourcesMexico's construction boom fuels heavy‑truck demand as export slump prompts industry adjustmentsMexico's construction surge lifts ISUZU heavy‑truck demand, while the State of Mexico's exports fell 18.5% in Q1 2026, prompting firms to review investments, capacity and staffing.
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21 days ago
[BUSINESS] 35 sourcesMexico Secures 512% Surge in Sugar Exports to United StatesMexico regained US sugar market access for 2026‑27, with USDA projecting imports of up to 1.152 million tonnes – a 512% jump that could add ~4.76 bn pesos for about 170 k cañeros.
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21 days ago
[BUSINESS] 9 sourcesMexico tourism hits record 2026 despite World Cup visitor shortfallMexico saw a record 42.9 million international visitors Jan‑May 2026, earning $15.9 bn, yet World Cup tourist estimates fell to 850 k and hotel occupancy dropped.
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21 days ago
[POLITICS] 2 sourcesMexico hits record $723 billion in exports and leads OECD salary‑minimum growthMexico posted record $723 billion in exports, led OECD wage growth, and saw Grupo Salinas make a major tax payment after a Supreme Court ruling.
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21 days ago
[BUSINESS] 4 sourcesMexico's Economy Stagnates Amid Low Growth and Credit Rating DowngradesMexico's GDP barely grew (0.4% annual) and contracted 0.6% in Q1 2026, prompting credit‑rating cuts and calls for the economy minister to address low growth, T‑MEC uncertainty, and high informal employment.
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22 days ago
[BUSINESS] 2 sourcesAir Passenger Traffic: Mexico Declines, Europe Rebounds in MayMexico’s airport groups saw a 4.2% June passenger decline, while European airports posted a 3.2% May rebound, led by Spanish hubs.
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22 days ago
[BUSINESS] 3 sourcesMexico's IMSS uncovers 55,000 fake workers, exposing massive payroll fraudIMSS removed a phantom employer with 55,000 fake workers, explaining May’s employment dip, while June saw a modest rise in formal jobs amid ongoing declines in employer registrations.
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22 days ago
[BUSINESS] 6 sourcesBaja California Leads Mexico in Formal Employment Growth in First Half of 2026Baja California posted the highest formal job creation in Mexico for the first half of 2026, adding 76,048 jobs to reach 1,070,951 IMSS‑insured workers, led by Tijuana and Mexicali.
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22 days ago
[BUSINESS] 6 sourcesMexican peso steadies above 17 per dollar amid dollar weakness in early July 2026The peso firmed around 17.47‑17.48 per dollar in early July 2026 as the U.S. dollar weakened, with Banco de México’s FIX rate confirming stability and banks showing slight price variations.
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23 days ago
[BUSINESS] 4 sourcesMexico and Switzerland to begin negotiations on updated trade treatyMexico's President Sheinbaum and Swiss President Parmelin launched talks to update their trade treaty, noting $4.27 bn trade in 2025, cultural‑heritage returns, and plans to boost investment and cooperation.
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23 days ago
[POLITICS] 2 sourcesMexico platform workers see limited IMSS benefitsMexico’s IMSS reports over 1.4 million platform workers registered, but only 14% receive full social‑security benefits, underscoring limited formalisation despite modest gains.
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23 days ago
[BUSINESS] 2 sourcesMexico reports record trade volume and strong job growth in July press conferenceMexico's July briefing reported record US trade, low unemployment, rising wages, increased public investment, and progress on housing deliveries.
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24 days ago
[BUSINESS] 4 sourcesAirline sector expands with new Mexican route and Air Europa profit surgeMexico adds a new Tuxtla‑Felipe Ángeles flight to spur tourism, while Air Europa posts a 33% profit jump and outlines expansion plans for 2026.
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24 days ago
[BUSINESS] 3 sourcesU.S. flight reductions threaten Mexican Caribbean summer tourismA Travel Sentiment Index warns that a 22% drop in U.S. flight capacity to the Mexican Caribbean this summer could raise fares, limit availability and reshape source‑market demand, while Canadian flights remain稳
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24 days ago
[BUSINESS] 8 sourcesMexican airport operators see >6% stock drop as World Cup lowers passenger trafficMexico’s airport groups ASUR, GAP and OMA saw passenger declines of up to 6% and stock drops over 6% in June 2026 as the World Cup deterred tourists, especially to Puerto Vallarta and Los Cabos.
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24 days ago
[BUSINESS] 14 sourcesMexico formal employment reaches historic high of 22.78 million in June 2026Mexico’s formal job count hit a historic 22.78 million in June 2026, with 262 k jobs added Jan‑June, unemployment at 2.7 % and real wages surging per OECD data.
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24 days ago
[BUSINESS] 5 sourcesMexico auto sector posts mixed June 2026 performance as exports fall 9%June 2026 Mexico auto output slipped 1.9% and exports fell 9.2%, but heavy‑duty vehicle sales rose 3.9% and production up 7.6% aided by World Cup demand and Plan México incentives.
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24 days ago
[BUSINESS] 9 sourcesMexico reenters top 10 global recipients of foreign direct investmentUNCTAD reports Mexico captured $41 billion in 2025 FDI, rejoining the global top‑10, driven by stable macro‑economics and its North‑American supply‑chain role.
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24 days ago
[BUSINESS] 10 sourcesMexican peso slips against the dollar amid market volatilityMexican peso fell to 17.5 per dollar amid a stronger dollar and US‑Iran tension; Argentina’s official and blue dollar rates hovered around 1,460‑1,520 pesos.
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24 days ago
[BUSINESS] 5 sourcesMexico's May Exports to the United States Reach Record $54 BMexico's May 2026 exports to the United States hit a record $54.2 billion, raising the Jan‑May total to $242.9 billion and cementing Mexico as the top U.S. trade partner at 16.5% of U.S. trade.
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25 days ago
[BUSINESS] 20 sourcesMexico‑Switzerland talks boost trade, investment as Sheinbaum meets ParmelinMexico’s President Claudia Sheinbaum met Swiss President Guy Parmelin, launching talks to update their trade pact, boost Swiss investment and cooperation in science, culture and the environment, after 80 years
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25 days ago
[BUSINESS] 4 sourcesMexican tourists generate €2 billion for Madrid in 2025650,000 Mexican tourists spent €2 billion in Madrid in 2025, boosted by Iberia’s new direct Monterrey‑Madrid flights and growing bilateral tourism ties.
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25 days ago
[BUSINESS] 8 sourcesMexico's Gross Fixed Capital Investment Rises 5.9% in April 2026Mexico's gross fixed capital investment rose 5.9% YoY in April 2026, driven by a strong construction sector.
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26 days ago
[BUSINESS] 4 sourcesState of Mexico faces sluggish growth amid $5 bn transport investment planThe State of Mexico's economy grew under 1% in early 2026, prompting businesses to call for more investment. The government pledged 61.2 bn pesos for transport projects, notably the 4.56 bn‑peso Line VI Mexibús
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26 days ago
[BUSINESS] 2 sourcesMexico's Food Exports to United Kingdom Hit Record $184 MillionMexico's agro‑food exports to the UK rose 15% to $184 million in 2024‑25, with volume up 70% to 104,400 t, driven by tequila, sauces and molasses under President Sheinbaum’s trade push.
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26 days ago
[BUSINESS] 4 sourcesMexico dollar steadies at 17.47 pesos per US dollar on July 5 2026The US dollar held near 17.47 MXN on July 5 2026, with the Bank of Mexico’s FIX at 17.4758 and banks quoting minor variations.
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27 days ago
[BUSINESS] 2 sourcesMexico's economy contracts as gross investment drops and informal sector fuels growthMexico's fixed investment fell 3.5% in Q1 2026 despite the Plan México, while the informal sector drove 80% of the 0.7% 2025 GDP growth, highlighting a weakening formal economy.
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28 days ago
[BUSINESS] 5 sourcesMexico’s export‑driven growth outlook steadies amid strong US trade tiesMexico’s growth forecasts linger at 0.8‑1.3 % this year, but strong U.S. trade ties and record export‑driven activity in April suggest improvement in the second half of 2026.
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29 days ago
[BUSINESS] 5 sourcesMexican peso strengthens on US jobs data, hitting remittance valueThe peso rose to about 17.55 per dollar on July 2 after US payrolls showed modest job growth, raising concerns that stronger rates will diminish remittance value amid a USMCA review.
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about 1 month ago
[BUSINESS] 3 sourcesMexico adds new domestic flight routes by Volaris and VivaVolaris opened a Tijuana‑Mérida route and Viva added a San Luis Potosí‑Monterrey flight, enhancing Mexico’s domestic air connectivity for tourism and business.
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about 1 month ago
[BUSINESS] 5 sourcesPeru mining exports surge 56% while Mexican states see sharp mining export gains in Q1 2026Peru’s mining exports rose 56% to $21.6 bn in Q1 2026, accounting for three‑quarters of its trade, while Mexican states such as Sonora and Coahuila saw mining exports jump 34% and 76% respectively, part of a 17
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about 1 month ago
[BUSINESS] 2 sourcesInformal employment climbs in Mexico and Panama amid regulatory challengesMexico and Panama see sharp rises in informal employment, straining tax revenues and social security as regulators and firms grapple with costly formal sector rules.
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about 1 month ago
[BUSINESS] 6 sourcesMexico's tax revenues dip 1.4% as GDP slows, heightening fiscal deficit and credit‑rating concernsMexico's tax collection dropped 1.4% YoY to 2.48 trillion pesos, oil revenue fell 3.2%, and large tax exemptions totalled 1.58 trillion pesos, raising fiscal deficit and credit‑rating risks.
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about 1 month ago
[BUSINESS] 3 sourcesLatin American economies confront massive job lossesMexico lost over 100,000 formal jobs in H1 2026, while Argentina saw 26,448 firms close, 98% SMEs, risking up to 600,000 jobs by year‑end.
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about 1 month ago
[BUSINESS] 3 sourcesMexico adds 48 air routes and launches local‑product campaign to spur tourism and commerceConcanaco reports 48 new Mexican air routes to boost tourism and announces a “Friday Muy Mexicano” campaign with 180 Baja retailers to encourage domestic product purchases.
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about 1 month ago
[BUSINESS] 8 sourcesMexican peso holds near 17.5 per dollar as markets watch T‑MEC reviewThe peso steadied near 17.5 per dollar on June 29‑30 2026, with banks quoting tight spreads. Stability stemmed from Fed policy, Middle‑East tension and the upcoming T‑MEC review.
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about 1 month ago
[BUSINESS] 2 sourcesMexico posts $2.26 billion trade surplus in May 2026Mexico's May 2026 trade surplus hit $2.259 bn, up 83.4% YoY; exports rose 25.4% to $69.5 bn while imports grew 24% to $67.3 bn.
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about 1 month ago
[BUSINESS] 6 sourcesMexico posts $2.26 billion trade surplus in May 2026Mexico posted a $2.259 billion trade surplus in May 2026 as exports jumped 25.4 % to $69.5 billion and imports rose 24 % to $67.3 billion.
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about 1 month ago
[BUSINESS] 2 sourcesMexico and Latin America see shifting beach travel preferences amid tourism policy criticismTravel bookings rise 7.4% as Latin Americans favour Cancún and other beaches, while Mexican tourism officials face criticism for neglecting premium spots like Los Cabos.
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about 1 month ago
[BUSINESS] 2 sourcesMexican peso slips to around 17.5 per dollar as Banxico keeps rates steadyThe peso fell to roughly 17.5 per dollar in late June 2026 after Banxico left rates at 6.5%, amid a strong U.S. economy and varied bank exchange rates.
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about 1 month ago
[BUSINESS] 9 sourcesMexico unemployment rises to 2.8% in May 2026Mexico's May 2026 unemployment held at 2.8% (1.7 M jobless); employment rose to 60.4 M, informal jobs stayed at 33.4 M (55.2%).
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about 1 month ago
[BUSINESS] 2 sourcesMexico‑Czech Republic agro‑food trade reaches $39 million in 2025Mexico–Czech agro‑food trade hit $39 million in 2025, with $30 million in Mexican exports, a $21 million surplus, and growth aided by an EU tariff‑free agreement.
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about 1 month ago
[BUSINESS] 2 sourcesMexico construction sector sees sharp job drop in Coahuila and DurangoMexico’s construction in Coahuila and Durango posted steep production and employment declines in April 2026, while the manufacturing‑export sector recorded over 3 million workers, strong export growth and a $1.
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about 1 month ago
[BUSINESS] 2 sourcesMexico Overtakes China in US Manufacturing Share and Expands Trade with IndiaMexico has displaced Chinese products in U.S. manufacturing trade, gaining share in 22 sectors, while its commerce with India hits $11.7 bn, prompting financing needs for nearshoring companies.
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about 1 month ago
[BUSINESS] 4 sourcesMexican peso weakens against dollar amid Fed rate expectationsThe Mexican peso fell to 17.49‑17.55 per dollar on June 23‑24, 2026, as Fed rate hike expectations and Middle‑East uncertainty lifted the dollar and increased remittance values.
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about 1 month ago
[BUSINESS] 4 sourcesMexico launches 48 new domestic and international air routes to boost tourismMexico adds 48 new air routes – 29 domestic, 19 international – to boost tourism and regional development, with services by major airlines to destinations in Colombia, Spain, Brazil and the U.S.
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about 1 month ago
[BUSINESS] 3 sourcesUS dollar climbs to about 17.3 pesos in Mexico and hits 61.3 Philippine pesosThe US dollar traded near 17.3 pesos in Mexico and about 61.3 pesos in the Philippines on June 22‑23, 2026.
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about 1 month ago
[TECHNOLOGY] 2 sourcesIMSS digital platform outage disrupts employer services in MexicoIMSS’s IDSE digital portal suffered an error on 20 June 2026, blocking employer payroll and affiliation processes across Mexico, with no official outage notice issued.
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about 1 month ago
[BUSINESS] 2 sourcesMexican peso strengthens as dollar opens at 17.33 per unitThe dollar opened at 17.33 pesos on June 19, 2026, as the peso recovered after two losing sessions, aided by a Fed‑related correction and easing Middle‑East tensions.
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about 1 month ago
[BUSINESS] 4 sourcesArgentina, Mexico and Bolivia report latest dollar exchange ratesArgentina’s official dollar hit 1,470 ARS, Mexico’s peso settled near 17.34 per USD, and Bolivia’s official rate fell to ~9.8 BOB, all reflecting US Fed policy impacts.
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about 1 month ago
[BUSINESS] 2 sourcesSwiss investment in Mexico hits $2.3 bn record, plans $1.24 bn new projectsSwiss investment in Mexico hit a $2.3 bn record in 2025, making Switzerland the sixth‑largest foreign investor, and plans $1.24 bn of new projects in food, chemicals and manufacturing for 2026.
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about 1 month ago
[BUSINESS] 5 sourcesMexico and El Salvador push for foreign investment to boost local economiesMexico's business group warns foreign investment isn’t spurring SME growth, while El Salvador launches an IDB‑backed programme to attract private capital and boost productivity.
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about 1 month ago
[BUSINESS] 8 sourcesMexico records $110 million agro‑food trade surplus with South KoreaMexico posted a $110 million agro‑food trade surplus with South Korea in 2025, exporting $169 million of products like sea urchins, pork, coffee and tequila.
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about 1 month ago
[BUSINESS] 2 sourcesMexican Peso Slides Near 17.3 per Dollar Amid Economic Slump and US Trade RhetoricThe peso fell to ~17.31 per dollar as Mexico faces a domestic slowdown and U.S. trade‑policy threats from Donald Trump, with analysts forecasting 17.40‑17.48 as the next range.
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about 2 months ago
[BUSINESS] 2 sourcesMexico's public transport sees 244 million trips in April, INEGI reportsINEGI reports 244 million public‑transport trips in Mexico in April, up 5 % year‑on‑year, with the Metro leading usage.
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about 2 months ago
[BUSINESS] 2 sourcesU.S. Exports to Mexico Hit Record $35.3 Billion in April, Narrowing Trade DeficitU.S. exports to Mexico rose to a record $35.3 bn in April, cutting the trade deficit to $15.35 bn amid Trump-era tariffs reshaping flows.
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about 2 months ago
[BUSINESS] 5 sourcesMexican peso climbs as US‑Iran peace talks boost market risk appetiteThe peso rose to ~17.18/$ as a US‑Iran cease‑fire deal eased oil prices and weakened the dollar, while markets await Fed signals; the dollar also fell in Chile.
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about 2 months ago
[BUSINESS] 2 sourcesMexico cautious on hiring as Argentina loses 41,000 formal jobsMexico expects cautious hiring growth in 2026, while Argentina lost 41,000 formal jobs and wages fell behind inflation.
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about 2 months ago
[BUSINESS] 4 sourcesMexican peso steadies around 17.22 per US dollarThe Mexican peso held near 17.22 per US dollar on June 13‑14 2026, indicating a recent recovery and affecting importers, consumers and exporters.
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about 2 months ago
[BUSINESS] 2 sourcesMexico tourism figures disputed amid cyber fraud warnings for World Cup 2026Sheinbaum's claimed visitor surge for 2026 is questioned by airport data, while record tourism and the upcoming World Cup heighten cyber‑fraud risks for travelers in Mexico.
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about 2 months ago
[BUSINESS] 2 sourcesMexico's heavy vehicle market to grow modestly by 2026 amid financing hurdlesAMDA predicts Mexico's heavy‑vehicle market will grow marginally to 38,425 units by 2026, hindered by used‑import influx and economic headwinds, while vehicle financing faces high rejection rates despite rising
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about 2 months ago
[BUSINESS] 2 sourcesMexico's GDP growth outlook lowered to 1.1% for 2026IMEF cut Mexico's 2026 GDP growth forecast to 1.1%, keeping inflation at 4.3% and the peso near 18/USD; analysts warn the slowdown could hit Yucatán's retail, services and tourism sectors and strain household p
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about 2 months ago
[BUSINESS] 6 sourcesMexico tourism records surge in visitors while revenue declines ahead of World CupMexico recorded record tourist arrivals in early 2026, but overall tourism revenue slipped 0.4%, average spend fell 9.6%, and air‑travel volumes declined amid security and fuel‑cost pressures.
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about 2 months ago
[BUSINESS] 2 sourcesMexican peso rises to near four‑month high as US inflation data fuels market optimismThe Mexican peso rose about 0.2% to 17.2‑17.4 per dollar, its strongest in four months, after US inflation data and market optimism, while Mexico's main stock index fell for a sixth day.
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about 2 months ago
[BUSINESS] 2 sourcesUS-Mexico Trade Reaches New Highs as Gas and Goods Exports SurgeU.S. gas exports to Mexico rebound to $6.5 bn in 2025; Mexico’s April shipments to the U.S. hit a record $50.7 bn, while U.S. exports to Mexico rise 27 % to $35.3 bn.
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about 2 months ago
[BUSINESS] 4 sourcesMexico's international tourism rises 8.1% in April, leads North America in 2025 growthMexico saw an 8.1% rise in international tourists in April 2026 (8.28 M) and its 2025 tourism sector outpaced the US and Canada in growth, spending and arrivals.
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about 2 months ago
[BUSINESS] 2 sourcesMexico dollar rate climbs to 17.45‑17.94 MXN in early June 2026Mexico’s dollar price rose to about 17.45‑17.94 pesos per USD in early June 2026, with the Banxico FIX at 17.4453 and banks offering rates near those levels.
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about 2 months ago
[BUSINESS] 2 sourcesMexico's Exports to United States Reach Record High in First Four Months of 2026Mexico’s exports to the United States hit a record $188.7 bn (9.1 % YoY) in Jan‑Apr 2026, boosting a $60.1 bn trade surplus and maintaining its top‑partner status amid T‑MEC renegotiations.
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about 2 months ago
[BUSINESS] 3 sourcesMexico's IMSS reports 22.7 million formal jobs and record daily salary in May 2026Mexico's IMSS logged 22.7 million formal jobs in May 2026, a 30 k monthly dip but a 1.5% annual rise, with average daily salary hitting a record 671.3 pesos.
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about 2 months ago
[BUSINESS] 2 sourcesMexico auto parts production hits record $31.2 billion in Q1 2026Mexico's auto parts output hit a record $31.2 billion in Q1 2026, up 9.6% YoY, with the US absorbing 87% of $27.1 billion in exports and the sector posting a $9.9 billion trade surplus.
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about 2 months ago
[POLITICS] 3 sourcesMexico's Growth stalls below 1% and formal jobs slip by nearly 30,000 in MayMexico's growth is projected below 1% for 2026, foreign investment is down, and IMSS reported a loss of nearly 30,000 formal jobs in May, amid high informal employment.
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about 2 months ago
[BUSINESS] 2 sourcesMexico vehicle production dips slightly as exports rise and heavy‑truck sales surge in May 2026Mexico’s May 2026 auto data show a small dip in light‑vehicle production, a 1.7% export rise, while wholesale heavy‑truck sales jumped 20% despite retail and production declines.
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about 2 months ago
[BUSINESS] 3 sourcesMexico's IMSS records 22.7 million job positions in May 2026IMSS recorded 22.7 million jobs in Mexico for May 2026, a 0.1 % monthly drop but a 1.5 % annual rise, with the average salary hitting 671.3 pesos, the highest May level ever.
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about 2 months ago
[BUSINESS] 2 sourcesMexico's public debt outpaces economic growth, hitting about 50% of GDPMexico's public debt rose 12.4% versus 4.6% GDP growth, reaching ~50% of GDP by early 2026; officials claim it remains manageable, but forecasts warn it could hit 54.7% in 2027, the highest in a decade.
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about 2 months ago
[BUSINESS] 3 sourcesMexico reports record $23.6 bn foreign investment and surge in job creation in Q1 2026Mexico’s Q1 2026 sees record $23.6 bn FDI, unemployment at 2.5 %, 669 k jobs added, a stronger peso, and an upcoming Investment Law to boost public projects.
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about 2 months ago
[BUSINESS] 2 sourcesMexico reports record Q1 FDI alongside sharply rising fiscal deficitMexico posted a Q1 2026 record $23.6 bn in FDI and low 2.5 % unemployment, but its fiscal deficit jumped 151 % to 217 bn pesos, the second‑largest of the century.
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about 2 months ago
[BUSINESS] 2 sourcesOECD projects 2.9% growth for Peru, cuts Mexico 2026 forecast to 0.8%OECD sees Peru growing 2.9% in 2026‑27, while lowering Mexico’s 2026 growth forecast to 0.8% and raising 2027 to 1.8%, citing internal demand, inflation and policy uncertainty.
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2 months ago
[BUSINESS] 5 sourcesMexico's private sector trims 2026 GDP growth forecast to 1.09%Mexico’s private sector cut its 2026 GDP growth forecast to 1.09%, revised inflation to 4.36%, and sees the peso at about 17.90 per $.
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2 months ago
[BUSINESS] 5 sourcesMexico remittances rise 3.7% in April to $4.98 bnMexico's remittances grew 3.7% in April 2026 to $4.98 bn, with a record $19.68 bn in the first four months, despite fewer transactions and U.S. policy risks.
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