Insights & Analysis

Mexico attracted $41 billion in FDI in the first three quarters of 2025 and now supplies 15.8% of all U.S. goods imports, driven by USMCA protections, $4.90–$6.10/hr manufacturing wages, and a 9.3-million-strong workforce. This analysis explains the structural advantages reshaping North American supply chains and what decision-makers must act...

Mexico exported $10.7 billion in aerospace products in 2024, ranking 12th globally, with 375+ companies operating across 19 states and a projected market value of $22 billion by 2029. This report covers the sector's key clusters, regulatory requirements, cost benchmarks, and growth drivers for manufacturers evaluating North American supply...

Mexico's 9.3 million manufacturing workers, IMMEX infrastructure, and young median workforce age of 29.6 create a compelling foundation for foreign manufacturers — but regional talent gaps, rising wages, and compliance complexity demand strategic planning beyond simple cost comparisons.

Chihuahua holds 47.91% of Mexico's aerostructures production and captured nearly 20% of national aerospace FDI in Q1 2024, making it the country's most concentrated aerospace manufacturing hub. With the sector projected to reach $22.7 billion by 2029, this data-driven analysis examines what the numbers mean for foreign manufacturers evaluating...

USMCA raised the bar for automotive manufacturers in Mexico with a 75% Regional Value Content threshold, a $16/hour Labor Value Content requirement, and a 70% North American steel mandate—rules that reshape where companies build, source, and invest. With the 2026 joint review approaching, manufacturers who audit supply chains and model...

Mexico posted record goods exports of $664.8 billion in 2025 and attracted $40.8 billion in FDI, signaling a structural shift in North American supply chains. US manufacturers that act now capture 20–30% total landed cost advantages, USMCA duty-free access, and startup timelines as short as 90 days via shelter services.