Mexico’s Tech Sector Gains Momentum on Investment and Demand

Mexico’s technology sector is entering a more confident phase, with ICT activity recovering, digital commerce accelerating and infrastructure investment continuing at scale. América Móvil’s US$44.5 billion network investment since 2020 underscores the capital required to expand connectivity, while Jalisco’s record FDI highlights the growing role of regional technology ecosystems.

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Mexico’s ICT Industry Extends Recovery as Outlook Strengthens

Mexico’s information and communications technology (ICT) industry extended its recovery in August, marking a third consecutive month of improvement in Select’s monthly survey. The gains were reflected in current sales, expectations for September, and business confidence for the coming quarter.

TikTok Shop Orders Handled by Melonn Surge 95.9% in Mexico

Order volumes originating from TikTok Shop and managed by third-party logistics operator Melonn surged 95.9% year-over-year in Mexico between August 2025 and August 2026, driven by the rapid adoption of social commerce and real-time digital sales formats across the country.

Odoo Celebrates Double-Digit Growth, Introduces Odoo 20

Odoo's Mexican Enterprise customer base grew 44% between 2024 and 2025, following growth of 51% the previous year, extending a decade-long streak of 50% average annual expansion in the country. The company also detailed new AI capabilities arriving with Odoo 20, the next version of its open-source enterprise resource planning (ERP) platform, as stricter tax enforcement raises the cost of noncompliance for Mexican businesses.

Jalisco Attracts $1.4 Billion in Foreign Investment in 2026

Jalisco attracted US$1.41 billion in foreign direct investment (FDI) between January and June 2026, surpassing the US$1.2 billion received during all of 2025, as new investments and reinvested earnings increased despite a national decline in new foreign capital. The state registered US$256 million in new investments during 1H2026, up 25% annually, making Jalisco the fourth-largest recipient of new foreign capital among Mexico’s states.

América Móvil Invests US$44.5 Billion in Networks Since 2020

América Móvil has committed more than US$44.5 billion in nominal capital expenditures between 2020 and 2025, a six-year investment cycle that expanded the physical infrastructure supporting Telcel, Telmex-Telnor, Claro, and other businesses across Latin America and the European Union.

Accelerating Canada-Mexico Life Sciences Innovation

Amid shifting geopolitical dynamics across North America, Canada and Mexico are expanding commercial partnerships in the life sciences and healthcare sectors. During the Mexico Health Summit 2026, trade officials and industry leaders outlined plans to deepen bilateral integration in digital health, medical technology, and pharmaceutical supply chains.