Mexico Economic and Financial News
House panel backs closer U.S.-Colombia ties after leadership change
A U.S. congressional hearing is framing Colombia's political transition as a chance to deepen bilateral cooperation on democracy, security and economic opportunity. The discussion comes as ...
Mexico formal employment growth slows in first half as economic weakness weighs on hiring
Mexico’s formal labor market shows slower momentum in the first half of 2026, with 262,600 new jobs created as business activity remains uneven across key sectors. The total marks the second ...
Toyota expands Texas truck production as tariff debate intensifies in North America
Toyota is investing $3.6 billion to expand its truck assembly operations in Texas, adding a second vehicle line in San Antonio to support Tacoma production. The project shifts some midsize pickup ...
U.S. declines to renew USMCA, setting up annual trade reviews with Canada and Mexico
North America's main trade framework remains in place, but the U.S. is choosing a review path that opens the door to repeated pressure on Canada and Mexico. The decision avoids an immediate expiry ...
U.S., Canada and Mexico review trade pact as USMCA extension enters limbo
North America's trade framework faces a new test as U.S., Mexican and Canadian officials review the USMCA while negotiations continue over changes sought by President Donald Trump. The process is ...
UK weighs intervention in Paramount’s Warner Bros Discovery takeover
Britain is considering whether to subject Paramount Skydance’s takeover of Warner Bros Discovery to a public interest review over media plurality and ownership concerns. The move could delay the ...
U.S. set to trigger USMCA sunset review as trade talks with Mexico and Canada continue
North America's trade framework is entering a formal review phase as Washington prepares to withhold support for extending the U.S.-Mexico-Canada Agreement. The move starts a 10-year countdown ...
McAllen toll bridge bonds retain A rating with stable outlook
McAllen's International Toll Bridge System remains a key cross-border transport link for trade and traffic between the U.S. and Mexico. Fitch Ratings affirms the system's 'A' bond rating and keeps ...
Oil retreat and gilt rally signal easing market risk sentiment
Investors are increasingly treating the U.S.-Israel war with Iran as a contained risk, helping push oil prices lower and supporting government bond markets. Brent crude has nearly erased its ...
U.S., Mexico open USMCA talks as Trump questions trade pact renewal
Washington hosts a second round of U.S.-Mexico trade talks on Tuesday and Wednesday as negotiators focus on agriculture and energy under a looming July 1 USMCA review deadline. The discussions ...
RSM expands transatlantic alliance to counter private equity-backed accounting rivals
Mid-market accounting firms are intensifying efforts to serve multinational clients as cross-border consulting demand grows and ownership rules keep most firms organized nationally. RSM is ...
Texas cattle sector faces screwworm return as containment system breaks down
After decades of keeping screwworm south of the U.S. border, the flesh-eating parasite is now reappearing in Texas livestock and raising new risks for a $15bn cattle industry. The outbreak follows ...
U.S. House panel examines Chinese money laundering networks' role in cartel finance
Lawmakers are intensifying scrutiny of how Chinese money laundering networks help drug cartels move illicit proceeds through the U.S. financial system. A House Financial Services oversight hearing ...
