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Highway robbery near Guadalajara nets 6 million pesos worth of gold and silver
Such open-road heists have risen in frequency recently and could pose a threat to potential investors otherwise attracted by nearshoring opportunities.
Inflation eases in June, but not enough to rule out a slower rate-cut pace
The positive news was tempered by an accelaration of core inflation, suggesting that Mexico's central bank might end its four-month streak of 50-basis-points rate cuts.
San Miguel, Ensenada and more: These are the five new airports Mexico is planning to build
Details are emerging about government plans to build a series of new airports around the country.
Highway robbery near Guadalajara nets 6 million pesos worth of gold and silver
Such open-road heists have risen in frequency recently and could pose a threat to potential investors otherwise attracted by nearshoring opportunities.
Inflation eases in June, but not enough to rule out a slower rate-cut pace
The positive news was tempered by an accelaration of core inflation, suggesting that Mexico's central bank might end its four-month streak of 50-basis-points rate cuts.
San Miguel, Ensenada and more: These are the five new airports Mexico is planning...
Details are emerging about government plans to build a series of new airports around the country.
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The Querétaro Hay Festival turns ten
Celebrity, culture and conversations collide at the Mexican edition of the world's most prestigious literature festival
Toilets with sinks and neon dog sculptures: The kitschy appeal of Galerias El Triunfo
Part store, part surreal, art installation, Galerias El Triunfo has conquered Mexicans' hearts, one kitschy baroque cherub statue at a time.
Sheinbaum gives a masterclass on gentrification: Wednesday’s mañanera recapped
The president spent a large portion of her press conference on Wednesday providing reporters with an analysis of gentrification and some ideas about what the government should do about it.
10 CJNG members sentenced to 141 years in prison in Izaguirre Ranch case
The sentencing came after the men were found guilty of kidnapping and murdering dozens of cartel recruits and disposing of their bodies at the Izaguirre Ranch in the municipality of Teuchitlán, Jalisco.
Mexico attracts US $3.7B in Spanish investment in Q1 2025 following record 2024
First-quarter investment figures provide further evidence of Spain's growing confidence in Mexico, after Spanish firms invested €3.3 billion (US$3.86 billion) in 2024.
CIBanco, Intercam and Vector win temporary reprieve from US money laundering sanctions
Mexico-based financial institutions CIBanco, Intercam and Vector will have 45 more days to meet certain standards before receiving sanctions, the U.S. Department of the Treasury announced on Wednesday.
US tax on remittances could reduce household spending by 25%, says ANPEC
The president of the National Alliance of Small Business Owners (ANPEC) warned that the new 1% tax on cash remittances sent from the U.S. to Mexico could devastate domestic consumption.
Isaac Hernández debuts as first Mexican principal of the American Ballet Theatre
Born in Guadalajara, 35-year-old Isaac Hernández trained as a dancer in the backyard with his father and has now risen to the pinnacle of his profession.
Mexico to seek exemption from Trump’s 50% copper tariff
Mexico was the third-largest exporter of copper and copper products to the United States in 2024, behind Chile and Canada, with exports worth US $976 million.
‘Our cash is in limbo’: Readers share how US sanctions on CIBanco, Intercam have...
From the survey responses we received, we got a sense of the frustration and anger of Intercam and CIBanco customers. Here's what readers are doing and saying about this uncertain situation.
What to cook in July: Seasonal Mexican delights off the beaten track
Embrace the flavors of summer in Mexico with our guide to July's freshest produce, featuring recipes for prickly pear, squash blossoms and more.
Where to Travel in Mexico 2025 Guide: Solo travelers
From Mérida's colonial charm to Oaxaca's vibrant culture, explore Mexico's most welcoming spots for your next solo journey.
The Querétaro Hay Festival turns ten
Celebrity, culture and conversations collide at the Mexican edition of the world's most prestigious literature festival
Toilets with sinks and neon dog sculptures: The kitschy appeal of Galerias El Triunfo
Part store, part surreal, art installation, Galerias El Triunfo has conquered Mexicans' hearts, one kitschy baroque cherub statue at a time.
Sheinbaum gives a masterclass on gentrification: Wednesday’s mañanera recapped
The president spent a large portion of her press conference on Wednesday providing reporters with an analysis of gentrification and some ideas about what the government should do about it.
10 CJNG members sentenced to 141 years in prison in Izaguirre Ranch case
The sentencing came after the men were found guilty of kidnapping and murdering dozens of cartel recruits and disposing of their bodies at the Izaguirre Ranch in the municipality of Teuchitlán, Jalisco.
Mexico attracts US $3.7B in Spanish investment in Q1 2025 following record 2024
First-quarter investment figures provide further evidence of Spain's growing confidence in Mexico, after Spanish firms invested €3.3 billion (US$3.86 billion) in 2024.
CIBanco, Intercam and Vector win temporary reprieve from US money laundering sanctions
Mexico-based financial institutions CIBanco, Intercam and Vector will have 45 more days to meet certain standards before receiving sanctions, the U.S. Department of the Treasury announced on Wednesday.
Inflation eases in June, but not enough to rule out a...
The positive news was tempered by an accelaration of core inflation, suggesting that Mexico's central bank might end its four-month streak of 50-basis-points rate cuts.
Is long-form journalism dead? A perspective from our CEO
As attention spans shrink, a good deep-dive story still has the power to captivate, CEO Travis Bembenek writes.
Lessons on life from seat 2C: A perspective from our CEO
Travis Bembenek shares what he learned from a brief encounter that left a lasting impact.
How do we make sure that AI doesn’t make us dumber? A perspective from...
AI can make us smarter or it can make us lazier. CEO Travis Bembenek shares how Mexico News Daily is working to offer readers the good kind of AI.
My thoughts on the US protests: A perspective from our CEO
Illegal immigration, ICE raids and civil unrest are shaking up the U.S. What does it all mean for Mexico and for immigrant communities?
Mexican auto industry rebounds in June with record production
After contracting the previous five months, the number of light vehicles assembled in Mexico during the first half of 2025 was higher than in any January-June period on record.
Exports to US rebound in May after tariff-induced turbulence
After an unusually weak April, Mexican companies appear to be adapting to new market conditions.
Will Trump’s ‘Big Beautiful Bill’ hurt nearshoring in Mexico? Thursday’s mañanera recapped
The impact of Trump's "Big Beautiful Bill" in Mexico and Sinaloa Cartel leader Ovidio Guzmán's legal case were points of discussion at the Thursday presser.
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Mexico attracts US $3.7B in Spanish investment in Q1 2025 following record 2024
First-quarter investment figures provide further evidence of Spain's growing confidence in Mexico, after Spanish firms invested €3.3 billion (US$3.86 billion) in 2024.
US tax on remittances could reduce household spending by 25%, says ANPEC
The president of the National Alliance of Small Business Owners (ANPEC) warned that the new 1% tax on cash remittances sent from the U.S. to Mexico could devastate domestic consumption.
MXN - Mexican Peso
USD
18.62
CAD
13.61
EUR
21.81
Homicides drop 15% as security strategy shows results: Tuesday’s mañanera recapped
Sheinbaum's national public security administrator reported that there was an average of 65.6 homicides per day last month, making it Mexico's least violent June since 2016.
Sheinbaum condemns xenophobia, promises action against gentrification: Monday’s mañanera recapped
Sheinbaum declared that it is never okay to call for people of "any nationality" to leave Mexico, even when protesters have a "legitimate" demand, as she said is the case with the fight against gentrification.
Sheinbaum gives a masterclass on gentrification: Wednesday’s mañanera recapped
The president spent a large portion of her press conference on Wednesday providing reporters with an analysis of gentrification and some ideas about what the government should do about it.
Toilets with sinks and neon dog sculptures: The kitschy appeal of Galerias El Triunfo
Part store, part surreal, art installation, Galerias El Triunfo has conquered Mexicans' hearts, one kitschy baroque cherub statue at a time.
What’s on in Puerto Vallarta in July?
Ballet, comedy and even a crocodile run (reptiles optional) — it's all going on in the Bay of Banderas.
Temporary marriages: a surprising proposal from a ‘conservative’ place
It's a radical idea, but not one without merit, argues Sarah DeVries.
San Miguel, Ensenada and more: These are the five new airports Mexico is planning to build
Details are emerging about government plans to build a series of new airports around the country.
Where to Travel in Mexico 2025 Guide: Solo travelers
From Mérida's colonial charm to Oaxaca's vibrant culture, explore Mexico's most welcoming spots for your next solo journey.
Meet the man who made Los Cabos an international success story
Rodrigo Esponda has spearheaded the evolution of one of Mexico's most important destinations. He told Mexico News Daily how he did it.
What’s on in Puerto Vallarta in July?
Ballet, comedy and even a crocodile run (reptiles optional) — it's all going on in the Bay of Banderas.
Temporary marriages: a surprising proposal from a ‘conservative’ place
It's a radical idea, but not one without merit, argues Sarah DeVries.
Lessons on life from seat 2C: A perspective from our CEO
Travis Bembenek shares what he learned from a brief encounter that left a lasting impact.
How do we make sure that AI doesn’t make us dumber? A perspective from...
AI can make us smarter or it can make us lazier. CEO Travis Bembenek shares how Mexico News Daily is working to offer readers the good kind of AI.
Want to buy property in Mexico? Check this guide to Mexico’s real estate expos...
Prepare yourself for navigating Mexico's thriving property market with our comprehensive guide to the country's top real estate trade fairs.
A touch of Frank Lloyd Wright in San Miguel de Allende
Gustavo Cruz Gómez once restored the famed windows of Frank Lloyd Wright homes. Now his master work is available in San Miguel de Allende.
Isaac Hernández debuts as first Mexican principal of the American Ballet Theatre
Born in Guadalajara, 35-year-old Isaac Hernández trained as a dancer in the backyard with his father and has now risen to the pinnacle of his profession.
The 5 Mexican movies that made NYT’s 100 Best of the 21st Century
The New York Times recently released a list of the 100 Best Movies of the 21st Century, and Mexico — or more specifically, Alfonso Cuarón — certainly made its mark.
How an early riser survives in Mexico’s late-night culture
Writer Louisa Rogers reflects on the adjustments she's made as an early-to-bed, early-to-rise foreigner living in Mexico, a country full of night owls.
What’s on in San Miguel de Allende in July?
Celebrate Jesus, the blues and a postmodernist poet as San Miguel de Allende prepares for a busy month of July.
Where to Travel in Mexico 2025 Guide: Solo travelers
From Mérida's colonial charm to Oaxaca's vibrant culture, explore Mexico's most welcoming spots for your next solo journey.
Meet the man who made Los Cabos an international success story
Rodrigo Esponda has spearheaded the evolution of one of Mexico's most important destinations. He told Mexico News Daily how he did it.
What to cook in July: Seasonal Mexican delights off the beaten track
Embrace the flavors of summer in Mexico with our guide to July's freshest produce, featuring recipes for prickly pear, squash blossoms and more.
Strange fruit: Mexico’s weird and wonderful natural treats
The magic of Mexico's biodiversity is as delicious as it is varied.
Mexico City has rainiest June in 21 years
In the past 25 days, more than 220 million cubic meters of water have fallen on the capital, which has caused capitalinos to consider adding a new umbrella to their weekly grocery list.
Grupo Pinsa agrees to conserve Sinaloa watershed in effort to neutralize water footprint
Grupo Pinsa, Sinaloa’s largest employer, signed an agreement with the National Forestry Commission to replenish the upper Presidio River Basin, equivalent to the volume of water used by the company in one year.
Spiritual tourism in Mexico: Are the rituals really ancient?
Are Mexico's litany of "ceremonial experiences" actually real, or are they a creative way to part tourists from their hard-earned money?
All you need to know about Eastern medicine in Mexico
Traditional Chinese medicine in Mexico is bigger than ever, with licensed practitioners all over the country offering a variety of techniques.
The Querétaro Hay Festival turns ten
Celebrity, culture and conversations collide at the Mexican edition of the world's most prestigious literature festival
Isaac Hernández debuts as first Mexican principal of the American Ballet Theatre
Born in Guadalajara, 35-year-old Isaac Hernández trained as a dancer in the backyard with his father and has now risen to the pinnacle of his profession.
The 5 Mexican movies that made NYT’s 100 Best of the 21st Century
The New York Times recently released a list of the 100 Best Movies of the 21st Century, and Mexico — or more specifically, Alfonso Cuarón — certainly made its mark.
Travel + Leisure magazine again names San Miguel de Allende the ‘Best City in the World’
Mexico's colonial crown jewel — home to a sizable American community — in the state of Guanajuato was honored by Travel + Leisure for the fourth time.
How an early riser survives in Mexico’s late-night culture
Writer Louisa Rogers reflects on the adjustments she's made as an early-to-bed, early-to-rise foreigner living in Mexico, a country full of night owls.
What’s on in San Miguel de Allende in July?
Celebrate Jesus, the blues and a postmodernist poet as San Miguel de Allende prepares for a busy month of July.
Highway robbery near Guadalajara nets 6 million pesos worth of gold and silver
Such open-road heists have risen in frequency recently and could pose a threat to potential investors otherwise attracted by nearshoring opportunities.
Authorities launch national strategy against extortion to tackle a pernicious and widespread crime
The strategy contemplates new laws that would force states to investigate the crime, even when victims are too afraid to make an official report.
10 CJNG members sentenced to 141 years in prison in Izaguirre Ranch case
The sentencing came after the men were found guilty of kidnapping and murdering dozens of cartel recruits and disposing of their bodies at the Izaguirre Ranch in the municipality of Teuchitlán, Jalisco.
CIBanco, Intercam and Vector win temporary reprieve from US money laundering sanctions
Mexico-based financial institutions CIBanco, Intercam and Vector will have 45 more days to meet certain standards before receiving sanctions, the U.S. Department of the Treasury announced on Wednesday.
How a Mexico City studio is championing truly fair artisan partnerships
Artist Melissa Ávila's interior decor studio's support of Mexican artisans goes far beyond simply collecting and reselling their handicrafts.
Want to buy property in Mexico? Check this guide to Mexico’s real estate expos...
Prepare yourself for navigating Mexico's thriving property market with our comprehensive guide to the country's top real estate trade fairs.
A touch of Frank Lloyd Wright in San Miguel de Allende
Gustavo Cruz Gómez once restored the famed windows of Frank Lloyd Wright homes. Now his master work is available in San Miguel de Allende.
An unusually rainy June brings drought relief and flooding to Mexico
Midway into the rainy season, Mexico's reservoirs are 45% full on average — a big improvement over last month, but still less than historical norms.
Mexico City has rainiest June in 21 years
In the past 25 days, more than 220 million cubic meters of water have fallen on the capital, which has caused capitalinos to consider adding a new umbrella to their weekly grocery list.
Grupo Pinsa agrees to conserve Sinaloa watershed in effort to neutralize water footprint
Grupo Pinsa, Sinaloa’s largest employer, signed an agreement with the National Forestry Commission to replenish the upper Presidio River Basin, equivalent to the volume of water used by the company in one year.
A guide to medical tourism in Los Cabos
These Baja California Sur hospitals are modern and clean and cost a fraction of the price of those at home, worth considering for an upcoming procedure.
Spiritual tourism in Mexico: Are the rituals really ancient?
Are Mexico's litany of "ceremonial experiences" actually real, or are they a creative way to part tourists from their hard-earned money?
All you need to know about Eastern medicine in Mexico
Traditional Chinese medicine in Mexico is bigger than ever, with licensed practitioners all over the country offering a variety of techniques.
Mexican auto industry rebounds in June with record production
After contracting the previous five months, the number of light vehicles assembled in Mexico during the first half of 2025 was higher than in any January-June period on record.
Exports to US rebound in May after tariff-induced turbulence
After an unusually weak April, Mexican companies appear to be adapting to new market conditions.
Will Trump’s ‘Big Beautiful Bill’ hurt nearshoring in Mexico? Thursday’s mañanera recapped
The impact of Trump's "Big Beautiful Bill" in Mexico and Sinaloa Cartel leader Ovidio Guzmán's legal case were points of discussion at the Thursday presser.
‘Our cash is in limbo’: Readers share how US sanctions on CIBanco, Intercam have...
From the survey responses we received, we got a sense of the frustration and anger of Intercam and CIBanco customers. Here's what readers are doing and saying about this uncertain situation.
What to cook in July: Seasonal Mexican delights off the beaten track
Embrace the flavors of summer in Mexico with our guide to July's freshest produce, featuring recipes for prickly pear, squash blossoms and more.
Where to Travel in Mexico 2025 Guide: Solo travelers
From Mérida's colonial charm to Oaxaca's vibrant culture, explore Mexico's most welcoming spots for your next solo journey.
Temporary marriages: a surprising proposal from a ‘conservative’ place
It's a radical idea, but not one without merit, argues Sarah DeVries.
Coahuila — Mexico’s newest wine country behemoth: Part 2
Sommelier Diana Serratos continues her deep dive into the vineyards and grapes that make this northern state a titan of viticulture.
What to cook in July: Seasonal Mexican delights off the beaten track
Embrace the flavors of summer in Mexico with our guide to July's freshest produce, featuring recipes for prickly pear, squash blossoms and more.
Strange fruit: Mexico’s weird and wonderful natural treats
The magic of Mexico's biodiversity is as delicious as it is varied.
Taste of Mexico: Jícama
Slice, fry, garnish and chip, the humble Jícama goes with just about any Mexican food that you can think of.