Mexico Faces Investment Drop, Housing Boom, Green Innovation

This week in infrastructure, Mexico grapples with its sharpest drop in public investment in modern history, even as it accelerates housing construction under the Housing for Wellbeing plan. In Chile, Entel and América Móvil move to reshape the telecom landscape with a joint bid for Telefónica’s assets. Meanwhile, Grupo DEACERO strengthens Mexico’s circular economy with a new MX$250 million recycling hub in Ciudad Juarez.

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Infrastructure Investment in Mexico Faces Historic Decline 

Mexico faces its sharpest public investment decline in modern history, with spending down 33.7% as the government prioritizes fiscal consolidation. Infrastructure, education, and water projects are among the hardest hit, while only transport shows growth.

Mexico Builds 300,000 Homes Under Housing for Wellbeing Plan

Mexico accelerates its Housing for Wellbeing plan with 300,000 homes under construction and a goal of 400,000 by year’s end, driving access, equity, and urban development nationwide.

Entel, América Móvil Confirm Joint Offer for Telefónica Chile

Entel and América Móvil have submitted a non-binding offer to acquire Telefónica’s Chile operations, a move that could reshape the country’s telecom market pending due diligence and regulatory approval.

Grupo DEACERO Invests MX$250 Million in Recycling Hub

Grupo DEACERO invested MX$250 million in a new recycling plant in Ciudad Juarez, boosting circular economy efforts, creating 1,540 jobs, and reinforcing low-emission steel production.

ANEAS, Universidad Anáhuac Partner to Boost Water Sustainability

ANEAS and Universidad Anáhuac México signed a partnership to boost sustainability, research, and innovation in water management, aiming for stronger governance and community impact.