Politics
Mexico Moves to Hike Worker Pay and Perks
Proposed legislation seeks to bolster worker rights across multiple sectors, potentially raising operational costs and compliance burdens for businesses.
Business
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Quintana Roo
Five-Day Port Shutdown in Cancun, Cozumel Costs Nautical Sector Millions
Severe winds closed Quintana Roo ports (Cancun, Cozumel) for 5 days, causing a US$1.5mn loss to the nautical sector and halting 4,800 vessels. Ports partially reopened, but more restrictions feared.
News
Water Crisis Hits Boiling Point, Threatens Chaos from Tijuana to Tulum
Dire water crisis grips nation. Less H2O per person, drought hits cities hard. Experts warn of economic disaster, soaring food prices. Mexico lags neighbors; urgent fixes needed now.
Business
Mexico Urged to Confront US Indifference on Regional Integration Amid Shifting Global Order
Academics warn Mexico must shed illusions and forge new strategy as Washington prioritizes domestic concerns and a potential return to ‘neo-imperialism’ looms.
Business
Agave Price Crash Forces Mexican Farmers into Mezcal Production
A glut of raw maguey sends prices tumbling 83%, pushing producers in Morelos to bet on distilling the spirit themselves amid market uncertainty.
Cancun
High-Tech Crooks Target Tourist Hotspot Businesses with Nasty 'Prilex' Scam
Cyber crooks use "Prilex" malware to hack POS terminals, cloning cards and bypassing PINs. Businesses warned! Meanwhile, Mexico targets Canadian tourists cancelling US trips amid tensions.
Business
Walmart Targets Growth and Local Production in Mexico
Walmart invests $6bn in Mexico by 2025, expanding stores, adding 2 tech-driven distribution hubs (Bajío/Tlaxcala), boosting local sourcing ('Hecho en México'), and creating 5.5k jobs. Supports gov't 'Plan México'.
Mexico City
How Corruption is Cooking the Books and Killing Fair Play in Mexico City Eateries
Mexico City restaurant corruption: Hundreds bribe officials ("moches") monthly to skip rules, creating unfairness and eroding trust. This widespread payoff system harms honest businesses and demands strict controls and accountability.
Business
Automotive Weakness and Oil Slump Drive Decline in Mexican Exports
Mexican Feb exports fell 2.9% YoY ($49.28bn), hit by automotive (-15.2%) & oil (-24.4%) declines. US-bound shipments dipped slightly (-0.2%), while exports elsewhere fell sharply (-9.5%). Agri sales also down (-6.1%). Concerns over economy & US trade policy remain.
Business
Yucatan Property Values Climb as Mayan Train Project Drives Investment
Mexico's Mayan Train fuels a SE real estate boom. Property values rise >10% yearly (Cancun +13.6%). It attracts long-term investment, spurs luxury/sustainable projects in Yucatan, and draws dedicated financial backing.
Tulum
Tulum Biz Turns Ugly Ad Banners Into Stylish Bags
Tulum's Lonitas recycles used ad banners from big brands (Coca-Cola, etc.) into backpacks and bags. This circular economy project gives waste a second life, reduces landfill plastic, employs local families, and pushes brands toward sustainability.
Business
Mexico's Nearshoring Opportunity Hindered by Infrastructure Woes
Mexico's nearshoring gains are threatened by logistics woes. Poor roads, rising cargo theft, and severe customs bottlenecks at key hubs create costly delays. Urgent infrastructure, security, and customs improvements are needed to fully capitalize on the opportunity.
Business
Mexico's Road Plan Fuels Fears of 'Two-Speed' Economy as Industrial North Overlooked
Mexico's 2025 road plan invests 35bn pesos, but focuses on South/Central regions, neglecting key Bajío/Northern industrial hubs. Critics fear this will worsen road saturation, hinder competitiveness, and create a 'two-speed' economy, questioning the strategy's impact.
Nuevo Leon
Nuevo Leon Slashes Payroll Tax to Lure EV Investment & Boost Economy
Nuevo Leon launches major payroll tax (ISN) cuts & subsidies, targeting EV investment (up to 95% off), local sourcing and exporters. Includes significant debt relief on past ISN dues. Aims to attract nearshoring and boost economy.
Business
Mexico Inflation Rate Eases Slightly to 3.67% in Early March
Mexico's annual inflation eased slightly to 3.67% in early March, down from 3.74%. Core inflation also moderated to 3.56%. Despite the dip, both figures remain above the central bank's 3% target, with year-end core inflation expectations rising.
Business
Mexico City-Pachuca Rail Project Breaks Ground, Promises Economic Boost
Mexico broke ground on the Mexico-Pachuca train, aiming to benefit 1.2M people and create 40K jobs. The line will connect Mexico City and Pachuca, significantly reducing travel time. Construction is led by military engineers.