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Tourism to Mexico increased 11.9% in March, despite fallout from ‘El Mencho’ operation
Mexico received 9.3 million international visitors in March, even after the security operation to capture Sinaloa Cartel leader Nemesio "El Mencho" Oseguera Cervantes on Feb. 22 prompted widespread travel cancellations.
Coahuila welcomes 3 baby bison, underscoring the species’ return to northern Mexico
The births follow the reintroduction of 44 bison in November 2025 to the Sierra de Menchaca near Cuatro Ciénegas, part of a long-term effort to restore degraded grasslands and biodiversity.
Banxico deputy governor predicts <1% growth for Mexico in 2026
Gabriel Cuadra, one of five members of the Bank of Mexico (Banxico) board, described the 0.8% contraction registered in the first quarter of 2026 as significant, especially after Mexico's economy grew just 0.8% in 2025.
Tourism to Mexico increased 11.9% in March, despite fallout from ‘El Mencho’ operation
Mexico received 9.3 million international visitors in March, even after the security operation to capture Sinaloa Cartel leader Nemesio "El Mencho" Oseguera Cervantes on Feb. 22 prompted widespread travel cancellations.
Coahuila welcomes 3 baby bison, underscoring the species’ return to northern Mexico
The births follow the reintroduction of 44 bison in November 2025 to the Sierra de Menchaca near Cuatro Ciénegas, part of a long-term effort to restore degraded grasslands and biodiversity.
Banxico deputy governor predicts <1% growth for Mexico in 2026
Gabriel Cuadra, one of five members of the Bank of Mexico (Banxico) board, described the 0.8% contraction registered in the first quarter of 2026 as significant, especially after Mexico's economy grew just 0.8% in 2025.
From nuisance to raw material: Solving the sargassum crisis
As the sargassum crisis continues to worsen, a wave of new companies is working to turn the brown algae into sustainable products that can help the environment and local communities.
Now dubbed ‘El Ajolote,’ Mexico City’s light rail to Xochimilco debuts its US $139M...
The "El Ajolote" light rail system is expected to be a key transportation system for the upcoming World Cup, as its service extends from the Taxqueña Metro station to Estadio Banorte (Azteca), the site of five games.
MND Local: Where to watch the World Cup in Guadalajara this summer, plus fire...
Guadalajara has unveiled its plans for the World Cup fan experience this summer, while also touting its reduced fires and new and improved water plan.
‘El Chapo-style’ tunnel found inside Pemex facility in Nuevo León
The tunnel connected an 18-inch pipeline within a Pemex facility in Santa Catarina with an adjacent property, from which federal agents seized 205,418 liters of fuel, 23 tractor-trailers, 10 tanker trucks, a tow truck and three other vehicles.
American citizen arrested in Guanajuato with 60,000 doses of cocaine
Guanajuato state highway police on Monday arrested an American woman found transporting dozens of packages of cocaine in a vehicle with Texas license plates.
More than 50,000 high-impact criminals arrested since Sheinbaum took office: Tuesday’s mañanera recapped
Members of Sheinbaum's security cabinet presented data on Tuesday that showed that 52,628 people were arrested for high-impact crimes such as murder, extortion and kidnapping since Oct. 1, 2024, leading to a reduction in homicides of 40%.
Education Ministry backtracks, maintains July 15 as official end to Mexico’s school year
After a lengthy meeting on Monday with federal education officials, including Education Minister Mario Delgado, state education ministers told reporters that an agreement was reached to keep July 15 as the final day of the current school year.
An archaeological zone near Mexico City has been virtually gutted by looters. Who’s to...
Looters have virtual free rein at the Los Tlateles pre-Columbian site, which has been reduced from more than 200 hectares to 10 or 20 due to illegal land sales and squatting.
The binational singing contest México canta returns for a second edition
The competition, which is open to young Mexican and Mexican-American artists, aims to promote peace, combat addiction and foster a culture that rejects the glorification of violence.
The MND Peso Index™: Is the Mexican peso over or undervalued against the US...
The MND Peso Index™ is a new monthly economic indicator developed by Mexico News Daily that measures whether the Mexican peso is overvalued or undervalued against the US dollar.
Introducing the MND Sheinbaum Index™
The MND Sheinbaum Index™ takes eight of the most important government performance indicators and scores each one against a consistent methodology. Find out how Mexico is doing each month under the president's watch.
How safe is Mexico according to its foreign residents? The survey results
The MND Expat Safety Perceptions Index (MND ESPI™) is a quarterly survey conducted exclusively with foreign nationals living in Mexico. Read our inaugural results.
From nuisance to raw material: Solving the sargassum crisis
As the sargassum crisis continues to worsen, a wave of new companies is working to turn the brown algae into sustainable products that can help the environment and local communities.
Now dubbed ‘El Ajolote,’ Mexico City’s light rail to Xochimilco debuts its US $139M makeover
The "El Ajolote" light rail system is expected to be a key transportation system for the upcoming World Cup, as its service extends from the Taxqueña Metro station to Estadio Banorte (Azteca), the site of five games.
MND Local: Where to watch the World Cup in Guadalajara this summer, plus fire and water updates
Guadalajara has unveiled its plans for the World Cup fan experience this summer, while also touting its reduced fires and new and improved water plan.
‘El Chapo-style’ tunnel found inside Pemex facility in Nuevo León
The tunnel connected an 18-inch pipeline within a Pemex facility in Santa Catarina with an adjacent property, from which federal agents seized 205,418 liters of fuel, 23 tractor-trailers, 10 tanker trucks, a tow truck and three other vehicles.
American citizen arrested in Guanajuato with 60,000 doses of cocaine
Guanajuato state highway police on Monday arrested an American woman found transporting dozens of packages of cocaine in a vehicle with Texas license plates.
More than 50,000 high-impact criminals arrested since Sheinbaum took office: Tuesday’s mañanera recapped
Members of Sheinbaum's security cabinet presented data on Tuesday that showed that 52,628 people were arrested for high-impact crimes such as murder, extortion and kidnapping since Oct. 1, 2024, leading to a reduction in homicides of 40%.
European Union green-lights a trade deal with Mexico, with summit set...
The accord will not only smooth commerce with Mexico's third most important trade partner, but also provide new strategies for all countries involved to deal with the trade constraints with the U.S.
What’s the real story behind Mexico’s early end to the school year? A Confidently...
Much of Mexico was taken by surprise this past week when Education Minister Mario Delgado notified the nation that the school year would end 40 days early. What could be the real reason behind this announcement?
The airplane landing from hell that left me inspired: A perspective from our CEO
A dust storm, two failed landings and a diversion to Morelia turned a routine trip into a nightmare — and a lesson in human kindness, Travis Bembenek writes.
What people say vs. the hard data: A perspective from our CEO
CEO Travis Bembenek makes the case for the MND Sheinbaum Index: a data-driven framework to evaluate the president's real performance — not just her popularity.
‘Confidently Wrong about Safety in Mexico’: A new podcast episode from MND
Is Mexico really as dangerous as people think? Travis and George walk through the results of MND's new expat safety survey in the newest episode of "Confidently Wrong."
Mexico-Taiwan trade, already growing steadily, has surged this year
A 400% year-on-year increase in Mexican imports from Taiwan reflects the significant deepening of trade ties between the two countries in recent years, amid a broader regional shift toward supply chain diversification away from China.
Mexico, US advance critical minerals pact ahead of their inclusion in the USMCA review
Managing minerals critical for modern manufacturing, such as lithium and copper for electric vehicle production, are high priorities for both the Sheinbaum and Trump administrations.
Nearshoring drives Mexico back into top 20 for foreign investment, but challenges remain
Mexico wasn't even on the list three years ago, but has now shot up to No. 19. Challenges remain, however, the most pressing of which is lagging technical innovation.
MXN - Mexican Peso
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17.23
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12.58
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20.23
Tech exports boom as Mexico cements top spot in US trade
Mexico's exports of advanced technology products, including computers, to the U.S. between January and March generated revenue of $42.82 billion, a 35.2% increase compared to a year earlier.
US files fraud charges over alleged US $450 million scam of Mexican media magnate...
Ricardo Salinas didn’t become one of Mexico’s richest men by being foolish. But after being duped for hundreds of millions, he told the WSJ: “I feel like an absolute idiot.”
MXN - Mexican Peso
USD
17.23
CAD
12.58
EUR
20.23
Mexico named as target in alleged US-backed plot to undermine some Latin American governments
According to an investigation conducted by the Spanish digital newspaper Diario Red, the former president of Honduras requested US $150,000 of public funds to establish a digital journalism unit in the United States to spread misinformation about Sheinbaum and other heads of state he considered leftist.
All 32 state education ministers already approved shorter school year, Sheinbaum says: Monday’s mañanera...
On Monday, Sheinbaum defended Education Minister Mario Delgado over his controversial announcement to end the school year on June 5, saying, "The truth is it was a unanimous decision of all of the country's education ministers."
More than 50,000 high-impact criminals arrested since Sheinbaum took office: Tuesday’s...
Members of Sheinbaum's security cabinet presented data on Tuesday that showed that 52,628 people were arrested for high-impact crimes such as murder, extortion and kidnapping since Oct. 1, 2024, leading to a reduction in homicides of 40%.
10 ways to quickly upset Mexicans (and how to avoid them)
From refusing to speak Spanish to refusing to try mole, there are a surprising number of things that we gringos do that might cause Mexicans to take offense.
‘Confidently Wrong about Safety in Mexico’: A new podcast episode from MND
Is Mexico really as dangerous as people think? Travis and George walk through the results of MND's new expat safety survey in the newest episode of "Confidently Wrong."
From topes to glorietas: Here’s how Mexico keeps the roads safe
Traffic in Mexico is designed to be not only safe, but smooth-flowing. To accomplish this, planners have adapted tools beyond simple traffic signals.
Tourism to Mexico increased 11.9% in March, despite fallout from ‘El Mencho’ operation
Mexico received 9.3 million international visitors in March, even after the security operation to capture Sinaloa Cartel leader Nemesio "El Mencho" Oseguera Cervantes on Feb. 22 prompted widespread travel cancellations.
How we can protect one of Mexico’s best-kept natural treasures
Bacalar Lagoon is one of the most remarkable places on Earth, with some of the planet's oldest living organisms. How can you make sure you take care of it when you visit?
The best picnic spots to enjoy in Mexico City this summer
As summer heats up in Mexico City, so too does the capital's picnicking scene. Writer Andrea Fischer shares all the best spots.
‘Confidently Wrong about Safety in Mexico’: A new podcast episode from MND
Is Mexico really as dangerous as people think? Travis and George walk through the results of MND's new expat safety survey in the newest episode of "Confidently Wrong."
From topes to glorietas: Here’s how Mexico keeps the roads safe
Traffic in Mexico is designed to be not only safe, but smooth-flowing. To accomplish this, planners have adapted tools beyond simple traffic signals.
The airplane landing from hell that left me inspired: A perspective from our CEO
A dust storm, two failed landings and a diversion to Morelia turned a routine trip into a nightmare — and a lesson in human kindness, Travis Bembenek writes.
What people say vs. the hard data: A perspective from our CEO
CEO Travis Bembenek makes the case for the MND Sheinbaum Index: a data-driven framework to evaluate the president's real performance — not just her popularity.
US $1.2B nautical community breaks ground in Nayarit
Over a 10-year horizon, the residential development is expected to generate over 10,000 direct jobs and produce an economic spillover exceeding 180 billion pesos (US $10.3 billion), according to Nayarit Governor Miguel Ángel Navarro.
What can go wrong in a real estate transaction in Mexico (and how to...
Mexican real estate transactions should be simple and uncomplicated, but there are steps you can take to avoid unexpected issues.
No, the Mexica did not believe that the Spanish were gods
The long-held idea that the Mexica thought Hernán Cortés and his Spanish soldiers were gods is simply not true. In fact, the story was a Spanish invention.
50,000 fans gather in Mexico City’s Zócalo to catch a glimpse of K-pop superstars...
The appearance came on the eve of three Mexico CIty concerts, but the question on everybody's mind was whether they will return next year. According to President Sheinbaum, the answer is yes.
Photo essay: The everyday in San Miguel de Allende
Photographer Sherry Rubel turns her lens towards the everyday as she documents life in the San Miguel area.
Mexico names first World Cup picks, with an eye on breaking the round-of-16 curse
Head coach Javier Aguirre named 12 Mexican Liga MX players to the roster this week, while more familiar and highly-regarded athletes playing abroad will be selected by June 1.
How we can protect one of Mexico’s best-kept natural treasures
Bacalar Lagoon is one of the most remarkable places on Earth, with some of the planet's oldest living organisms. How can you make sure you take care of it when you visit?
The best picnic spots to enjoy in Mexico City this summer
As summer heats up in Mexico City, so too does the capital's picnicking scene. Writer Andrea Fischer shares all the best spots.
Mexico lands 11 bars on North America’s 50 Best
Seven Mexico City bars rank among North America's 50 Best, joined by standouts in Guadalajara, San Miguel de Allende and Oaxaca.
The Mexico City restaurant serving the ‘world’s worst pizza’
Does Michelin Guide give stars for the world's worst pizza, or did Cavatappi Pizza in Mexico City forge its claim to fame as a marketing ploy?
Court ruling cancels dozens of mining concessions in Wirikuta — but key sites remain...
After legal battle that have lasted 15 years, over 40 mining concessions have been canceled in Wirikuta, but dozens more still remain.
Why did the Huasteca Potosina’s picturesque Tamul Waterfall dry up?
State and federal authorities pulled out all the stops to get the Gallinas River flowing again to the waterfall site, including a total ban on upstream extraction for irrigation, but to no avail.
One doctor’s mission to provide affordable care in Zihuatanejo
Everyone should have a doctor who cares as much as Dr. Molina, a woman on a mission in one of Zihuatanejo's poorest neighborhoods.
I entered the Oceanman in Cozumel with less than a month to train and...
What could happen if you tried an endurance swimming race without a proper training schedule? One Riviera Maya resident decided to find out.
The binational singing contest México canta returns for a second edition
The competition, which is open to young Mexican and Mexican-American artists, aims to promote peace, combat addiction and foster a culture that rejects the glorification of violence.
No, the Mexica did not believe that the Spanish were gods
The long-held idea that the Mexica thought Hernán Cortés and his Spanish soldiers were gods is simply not true. In fact, the story was a Spanish invention.
50,000 fans gather in Mexico City’s Zócalo to catch a glimpse of K-pop superstars BTS
The appearance came on the eve of three Mexico CIty concerts, but the question on everybody's mind was whether they will return next year. According to President Sheinbaum, the answer is yes.
Mexico is a world leader in running popularity, with 1 in 4 participating
According to a poll from Statista Consumer Insights, more Mexicans say they run for sport or exercise than their counterparts in such countries as China, Germany, the United States and Japan.
Photo essay: The everyday in San Miguel de Allende
Photographer Sherry Rubel turns her lens towards the everyday as she documents life in the San Miguel area.
Mexico names first World Cup picks, with an eye on breaking the round-of-16 curse
Head coach Javier Aguirre named 12 Mexican Liga MX players to the roster this week, while more familiar and highly-regarded athletes playing abroad will be selected by June 1.
Coahuila welcomes 3 baby bison, underscoring the species’ return to northern Mexico
The births follow the reintroduction of 44 bison in November 2025 to the Sierra de Menchaca near Cuatro Ciénegas, part of a long-term effort to restore degraded grasslands and biodiversity.
Banxico deputy governor predicts <1% growth for Mexico in 2026
Gabriel Cuadra, one of five members of the Bank of Mexico (Banxico) board, described the 0.8% contraction registered in the first quarter of 2026 as significant, especially after Mexico's economy grew just 0.8% in 2025.
Now dubbed ‘El Ajolote,’ Mexico City’s light rail to Xochimilco debuts its US $139M...
The "El Ajolote" light rail system is expected to be a key transportation system for the upcoming World Cup, as its service extends from the Taxqueña Metro station to Estadio Banorte (Azteca), the site of five games.
MND Local: Where to watch the World Cup in Guadalajara this summer, plus fire...
Guadalajara has unveiled its plans for the World Cup fan experience this summer, while also touting its reduced fires and new and improved water plan.
What housing prices in Mexico’s World Cup cities really tell us
What are the average housing prices like in World Cup hosting cities Guadalajara, Monterrey and Mexico City? Realtor Glenn Rotton analyzes, and contextualizes, the numbers.
US $1.2B nautical community breaks ground in Nayarit
Over a 10-year horizon, the residential development is expected to generate over 10,000 direct jobs and produce an economic spillover exceeding 180 billion pesos (US $10.3 billion), according to Nayarit Governor Miguel Ángel Navarro.
What can go wrong in a real estate transaction in Mexico (and how to...
Mexican real estate transactions should be simple and uncomplicated, but there are steps you can take to avoid unexpected issues.
From nuisance to raw material: Solving the sargassum crisis
As the sargassum crisis continues to worsen, a wave of new companies is working to turn the brown algae into sustainable products that can help the environment and local communities.
Court ruling cancels dozens of mining concessions in Wirikuta — but key sites remain...
After legal battle that have lasted 15 years, over 40 mining concessions have been canceled in Wirikuta, but dozens more still remain.
Why did the Huasteca Potosina’s picturesque Tamul Waterfall dry up?
State and federal authorities pulled out all the stops to get the Gallinas River flowing again to the waterfall site, including a total ban on upstream extraction for irrigation, but to no avail.
Rancho La Puerta — From US $17.50 a day to one of the world’s...
Rancho La Puerta was founded in 1940 Edmond Szekely and his wife Deborah, and over the next 80+ years it would become perhaps the world's finest spa.
One doctor’s mission to provide affordable care in Zihuatanejo
Everyone should have a doctor who cares as much as Dr. Molina, a woman on a mission in one of Zihuatanejo's poorest neighborhoods.
I entered the Oceanman in Cozumel with less than a month to train and...
What could happen if you tried an endurance swimming race without a proper training schedule? One Riviera Maya resident decided to find out.
Mexico-Taiwan trade, already growing steadily, has surged this year
A 400% year-on-year increase in Mexican imports from Taiwan reflects the significant deepening of trade ties between the two countries in recent years, amid a broader regional shift toward supply chain diversification away from China.
Mexico, US advance critical minerals pact ahead of their inclusion in the USMCA review
Managing minerals critical for modern manufacturing, such as lithium and copper for electric vehicle production, are high priorities for both the Sheinbaum and Trump administrations.
Nearshoring drives Mexico back into top 20 for foreign investment, but challenges remain
Mexico wasn't even on the list three years ago, but has now shot up to No. 19. Challenges remain, however, the most pressing of which is lagging technical innovation.
The MND Peso Index™: Is the Mexican peso over or undervalued against the US...
The MND Peso Index™ is a new monthly economic indicator developed by Mexico News Daily that measures whether the Mexican peso is overvalued or undervalued against the US dollar.
Introducing the MND Sheinbaum Index™
The MND Sheinbaum Index™ takes eight of the most important government performance indicators and scores each one against a consistent methodology. Find out how Mexico is doing each month under the president's watch.
How safe is Mexico according to its foreign residents? The survey results
The MND Expat Safety Perceptions Index (MND ESPI™) is a quarterly survey conducted exclusively with foreign nationals living in Mexico. Read our inaugural results.
Opinion: Seat 34B is not a foreign policy
The videos of President Sheinbaum boarding a commercial flight are good storytelling. The problem is that good storytelling and good governance are not the same thing, and confusing the two has costs, María Meléndez writes.
How rising food prices are affecting people in Mexico City
The landscape of increasing food costs in Mexico City is impacting consumers and sellers alike. How is the cost of living changing the way the capital eats?
Mexico lands 11 bars on North America’s 50 Best
Seven Mexico City bars rank among North America's 50 Best, joined by standouts in Guadalajara, San Miguel de Allende and Oaxaca.
The Mexico City restaurant serving the ‘world’s worst pizza’
Does Michelin Guide give stars for the world's worst pizza, or did Cavatappi Pizza in Mexico City forge its claim to fame as a marketing ploy?
How AI wants to change agriculture in Mexico
New investment in AI-powered tools could help transform agricultural efficiency in Mexico and Latin America, and one new platform is aiming to help farmers hit it big.
