The number of formal businesses or employers in the country declined for the second consecutive year in 2025 due to factors such as economic uncertainty, lack of investment, labor reforms that have increased costs for businesses, and insecurity, according to experts. At the end of the year, there were just over 1,029,000 employers registered with […]
Mexico and the Canadian bet
Mexico’s economic and political reality reveals that, despite rhetoric and aspirations for independence, the country remains deeply tied to the U.S. economy. The global trend, as evidenced by Canada’s recent alliances with China, shows a shift toward diversification and the search for new trading partners. However, in Mexico’s case, this strategy is not only unfeasible […]
International trade outlook for Mexico in 2026
We’ve entered a new year, and with it come expectations for the future in various areas for 2026. One of the most anticipated topics is the international trade landscape, as several key issues are beginning to emerge. In a summarized and schematic way, I will address the following elements: 1. Renegotiation of the United States-Mexico-Canada […]
Martin Luther King Day: The time his son visited Mexico, invited by AMLO
This Tuesday, January 20th, marks Martin Luther King Jr. Day, a date that honors the legacy of the iconic American civil rights leader. In this context, Mexico has experienced significant moments related to his legacy and his historic struggle for justice and equality. One such event occurred when Martin Luther King III, the eldest son […]
In Mexico, a train derailment is reported every two days.
The country’s rail system, including new federal government passenger trains like the Maya Train and the Interoceanic Railway, reports a derailment every two days, according to figures from the Railway Transport Regulatory Agency (ARTF). Open data from this agency, consulted by EL UNIVERSAL, indicates that while there has been a decrease in the number of […]
Measles alert in Mexico: What does it mean to lose WHO certification as a risk-free country?
In February 2026, it will be one year since the first measles outbreak was recorded in Mexico, a situation that jeopardizes the certification granted by the World Health Organization (WHO) as a country free of the virus. According to the Daily Report on the Measles Outbreak in Mexico, the country has 7,131 confirmed cases, a […]
Mexico is in a privileged position to benefit from the new world
Mexico has a “historic opportunity” to restructure its economy and benefit from the new world we are experiencing, where 85 percent of its exports, with zero tariffs, give it an advantage over the rest of the world and allow it to gain market share in the United States, assured Luis Rosendo Gutiérrez, Undersecretary of Foreign […]
IRAPUATO WILL HAVE THE MOST IMPRESSIVE COSTCO IN MEXICO… AND THE WORLD
This isn’t just another Costco.What’s coming to Irapuato is a project that raises the bar and puts the city in the national spotlight.Everything points to it being the largest, most modern, and most complete Costco in Mexico, designed to set a new benchmark in the Bajío region and the country.Irapuato isn’t just adding another store.It’s […]
Sheinbaum clarifies US military plane landing in Toluca: What did she say?
Mexican President Claudia Sheinbaum asserted on Monday that the landing of a U.S. military aircraft at Toluca International Airport did not involve the entry of foreign troops or the conduct of military operations on Mexican soil. President Sheinbaum stated that the landing of a U.S. military aircraft at Toluca International Airport did not involve the […]
A father and son from Nuevo León started a small corn flour business and transformed it into a powerful Mexican empire.
In Mexico, talking about great business fortunes means referring to stories that combine vision, constant work, and a precise understanding of the market. Many of the country’s millionaires didn’t inherit already established empires, but rather built them from modest projects, with a clear idea and enormous discipline. One of the most representative examples comes from […]