Category: Mexico

December 2024 Has underlined Mexico’s delicate balancing of domestic reforms and international pressures. President Sheinbaum has advanced labour and wage policies to strengthen her political base while mitigating the impact on business. Migration strategies combined enforcement with protection, addressing U.S. demands but still safeguarding Mexican nationals abroad. Despite inflation stabilising at 4.5%, mixed consumer spending…

November 2024 presented a complex mix of optimism and challenges. The re-election of Trump as U.S. President has reignited tensions over trade policies, with both Trump and President Sheinbaum expressing a willingness to cooperate on shared issues, despite differences over tariffs. Sheinbaum’s proactive approach, emphasizing engagement with global investors, signals a continued commitment to Mexico's…

September 2024 marked critical political and economic shifts in Mexico. Congress approved reforms to transfer the National Guard to military control and restructure the judiciary, raising concerns over increased militarization and governance. Despite these developments, investor confidence remains steady, fuelled by substantial foreign investments in the automotive, electronics, and technology sectors.…… Read the rest

August has been a pivotal month for Mexico, marked by significant political and economic developments with potential far-reaching implications. The actions of the ruling MORENA party, particularly regarding judicial reform and the proposed dissolution of autonomous institutions, have dominated the landscape. These moves have sparked concern among both domestic and international observers, highlighting potential risks…

July in Mexico was dominated by the presidential election and the market's reaction. Any concern among the population (especially at higher socioeconomic levels) regarding immediate negative economic impacts currently appear to have been misplaced. The MORENA party won a decisive victory, and economically Mexico continues to benefit from the nearshoring trend brought about by global…