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World Cup Misses Mexico Growth Targets by US$191 Million
By Fernando Mares - Fri, 08/21/2026 - 11:46
The 2026 World Cup added just 0.12% to Mexico's GDP, missing forecasts by US$191 million. This is the week in policy and economy!
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US Issues Preliminary Antidumping Duties on Mexican Strawberries
By Duncan Randall - Wed, 08/19/2026 - 10:31
US DOC issued preliminary dumping margins of up to 5.28% on Mexican winter strawberries, threatening 5,000 growers and US$933 million in exports.
Mexico's World Cup Shortfall Reflects Flawed Mega-Event Model
By Duncan Randall - Fri, 08/14/2026 - 11:35
Mexico’s 2026 World Cup generated US$2.54 billion, below pre-event forecasts, following historical patterns of underdelivery from mega-events.
China Remains Mexico's No. 2 Trade Partner Despite Tariffs
By MBN Staff - Tue, 07/14/2026 - 08:56
China stays Mexico's No. 2 trade partner despite up to 50% tariffs.

Ellen MacArthur Launches Bio-Based Circular Economy Guide
By Duncan Randall - Wed, 06/10/2026 - 13:56
Ellen MacArthur Foundation unveils blueprint to integrate bio-based materials into circular economy systems.
Mexico Pushes Back Against Excess Capacity Investigation
By Paloma Duran - Tue, 05/19/2026 - 13:52
Mexico's Ministry of Economy has formally asked the USTR to drop it from a Section 301 manufacturing investigation.

The Missing Layer of USMCA: Scaling Digital Trade
By Sofía Pérez Gasque Muslera - Wed, 05/06/2026 - 06:00
USMCA digital trade and AI integration are vital for Mexico and North America to lead in a global knowledge economy, writes Sofia Perez.
Hormuz Reopens, Tlaxcala Opens Pole: The Week in Logistics
By Adriana Alarcón - Fri, 04/17/2026 - 11:00
Hormuz reopened, Mexico kept its top 10 export rank, and Jalisco and Tlaxcala advanced new investment projects. This and more in the weekly roundup.
Power Politics Reshapes the Global Economy
By Adriana Alarcón - Fri, 04/17/2026 - 10:05
The Global Progressive Mobilization forum warns power politics are reshaping global trade, industrial policy, and the rules-based economic order.
Mexico Holds Top 10 Exporter Rank Amid Trade Shifts
By Adriana Alarcón - Tue, 04/14/2026 - 10:14
Mexico remained among the world’s top 10 exporters in 2025 as global trade adapted to fragmentation, shifting routes, and rising uncertainty.
Mexico Hosts Nordic Business Delegation To Deepen Trade Ties
By José Escobedo - Thu, 03/19/2026 - 11:41
Participating firms included AstraZeneca, Ericsson, Lego, Nokia, and Volvo, alongside companies in strategic industry sectors.