BUSINESS
After a surprisingly strong start, Chipotle plans more restaurants in Nuevo...
Chipotle's foray into Mexico was viewed with doubts that Mexico's traditional cuisine could work with U.S.-style fast-food service. But Chipotle's "fast-casual" status, as opposed to Taco Bell's failed "fast-food" approach, won the day.
Trade negotiations between Mexico and India have officially started
The start of formal negotiations converts into action an understanding reached by President Sheinbaum and Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi on the sidelines of the G7 Summit in Canada in June 2025.
Ebrard: More than US $8B in data center projects in the...
"I think we're going to continue encouraging [data centers'] installation and operation in our country," Economy Minister Marcelo Ebrard said on Tuesday, because they will allow Mexico to strengthen its technological capabilities and its participation in the development of AI.
Mining giant Grupo México plans to expand its US copper operations to the tune...
The Mexican conglomerate's U.S. copper production fell sharply in the third quarter, forcing a downward revision of the 2026 target production to 1.026 million tonnes in 2026, from the previous 1.034 million. The company's response is to double down.
Opinion: China’s model is cracking and Mexico (and the world) should get ready now
AmCham Mexico's CEO argues China’s debt-fueled export model is unsustainable as the U.S. decouples — and Mexico must be ready to absorb the production China can no longer deliver.
20 new industrial parks delivered, bringing to 40 the total under Sheinbaum’s Plan México
The 40 industrial parks delivered so far represent an investment of over US $1.4 billion and more than 8.2 million square meters of industrial infrastructure in key markets such as electronics, medical devices, logistics and e-commerce.
Peso hits one-year low as Fed-Banxico rate gap narrows
The peso slid nearly 10% against the dollar since early September to hit a one-year low, driven by a narrowing rate gap between Mexico and the U.S.
Mexican plastic-free makeup line named a top invention of 2026 by TIME
Founded in Mexico City in 2022 by Nour Tayara and Rodrigo Peñafiel, AORA has built its identity around bright colors, ingredients of Mexican origin and designs that seek to make beauty products more appealing while reducing reliance on single-use plastic.
Mexico’s telecom sector shifts again as Televisa buys AT&T for US $2 billion
Partnering 50-50 with Fintech Holdings, Televisa's purchase enables it to offer "quadruple play" — internet, television, fixed-line, and mobile — improving its competitive position with Carlos Slim's América Móvil.
US commerce secretary’s resistance to cutting tariffs stalls trade talks with Mexico
Mexico is on record as citing tariff relief as its top priority in trade negotiations with the U.S, and the two sides were reportedly close to an agreement when Secretary Lutnick stepped in, accordng to the Wall Street Journal.
How one elotero’s 40-year journey reflects Mexico City’s economy
A moralizing debate surrounds Mexico's informal economy and street vendors like Don Pedro. But are their businesses actually illegal?
Mexico targets cheap Chinese bicycles with six-month anti-dumping duty
An anti-dumping investigation found Chinese imports cost Mexican bicycle makers about a third of their business, prompting a six-month duty that could become permanent.
Mexico and My Money: Borrowing for a property purchase in Mexico
In the latest installment of our "Mexico and My Money" series, Dawn Stoner examines the pros and cons of borrowing for a property purchase in Mexico.
San Luis Potosí auto cluster sees potential for Chinese manufacturing investment
BYD is among the Chinese automakers that have expressed interest in opening a plant in Mexico. But neither BYD nor any other Chinese automaker has opened a plant in the country to date.
Viva-Volaris airlines merger likely to proceed, Reuters reports
Both are low-cost airlines, and regulators are looking to make sure they stay that way once they join forces to control under one company 73% of domestic air travel.
Nestlé to invest additional US $1B in Mexico before 2030
Swiss food and beverage multinational Nestlé plans to increase its announced investment in Mexico from US $1 billion to $2 billion during President Claudia Sheinbaum’s administration.
