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WHAT'S NEXT?: Mexico's economy and status with the U.S. faces uncertain times as a result of Donald Trump's recent election as America's next president. The impacts of Donald Trump's pre-election threats are already being felt by Mexico's economy and may have unforeseen consequences for both nations.

• [New] Structured finance stakeholders will be keeping a close eye on whether an innovative transaction led by the Mexican government to stabilize heavily indebted state-owned national oil company Petroleos Mexicanos (Pemex) can be replicated to support other stressed and distressed borrowers. Debt Explorer
• [New] The nearshoring trend has placed Mexico in the spotlight for companies seeking investment opportunities, thanks to its strategic geographic location next to one of the world's largest markets and its network of 14 trade agreements with 50 countries. Promexico Industry
• [New] Coca-Cola will be using the sun to power more of its operations in Mexico and support smaller businesses in its supply chain through a new partnership. The Cool Down
• [New] The Trump administration is expected to push for even higher Rules of Origin requirements for automobiles and mirror tariffs on Chinese EVs passing through Mexico. FinancialContent
• [New] A coalition of the willing led by China, Brazil, Mexico and others could join forces to uphold a rules-based trade system that would benefit the EU. The Parliament Magazine
• [New] The cross-border tourism between Mexico, Canada, and the U.S. in 2026 will face plenty of new travel changes, driven by increased fees, stricter visa processes, and enhanced reporting requirements due to heightened security measures. Travel And Tour World
• [New] Cross-Border Travelers: The number of cross-border travelers between the U.S., Canada, and Mexico is expected to fall by 5-10% in 2026 due to the increased costs and stricter entry requirements. Travel And Tour World
• [New] Increased border security and delays could disrupt the flow of labour between Mexico and the U.S. Mexican nationals working in the U.S. will face heightened scrutiny and longer processing times, which could affect seasonal workers in agriculture and other industries. Travel And Tour World
• [New] Travelers from both Mexico and Canada will experience more complex entry procedures, such as higher visa application fees, mandatory disclosures of social media and email histories, and the introduction of biometric verification measures. Travel And Tour World
• [New] Mexico will reimpose tariffs on several staple foods, including beef, pork, and milk, to favor local supplies, as outlined in a decree from President Claudia Sheinbaum's office. GeopoliticsUnplugged Substack
• [New] In other news, the Institute of International Finance warns of a cooling economy with a projected growth of only 0.9% for 2026. / Mexico Mexico Business
• [New] After a complex year marked by US President Donald Trump's trade war, Mexico is entering 2026 with heightened challenges due to tariff uncertainty and the review of the United States-Mexico-Canada Agreement, which experts predict will be the primary source of volatility in 2026. TradingView
• [New] The Mexican government will be seeking to lock in more certainty in its trade relationships in North America, especially that with the United States, after a year in which the Trump administration significantly undermined the USMCA by imposing tariffs on a range of Mexican and Canadian goods. Mexico News Daily
• [New] 2026 will bring stronger growth in property insurance - especially in auto - across Brazil, Argentina, and Mexico. valorinternational
• [New] The Mexican economy will be fine by 2026. TradingView
• [New] Mexico's economy is projected to grow 0.9% in 2026, marking a second consecutive year of sub-1% expansion. Mexico Business
• [New] Beginning in 2026, Generation Mexico plans to train 120 participants between the ages of 22 and 29 in cloud computing and artificial intelligence fundamentals. Mexico Business
• [New] Looking ahead, IMF-based forecasts suggest GDP growth of around 4% per year through 2030 and population growth of about one million people annually, which could push meat demand up by another 12% by the end of the decade. / Mexico UkrAgroConsult
• [New] The nearshoring effect will continue to be a significant driver of inbound M&A into Mexico. JD Supra
• [New] By 2031, immersive analytics in Mexico will be widely integrated into enterprise analytics workflows and decision-support systems. Mobility Foresights
• [New] Montage Valle de Guadalupe has revealed its grand plans for 2028, set to become one of Mexico's premier luxury destinations. Travel And Tour World
• [New] By greenlighting the El 24 project, located in the wind-rich corridor of Tamaulipas, the Mexican government is signaling a pragmatic shift toward meeting its ambitious target of 45% clean energy generation by 2030. FinancialContent

Last updated: 06 January 2026