Mexican President Claudia Sheinbaum is enhancing collaboration with both domestic and international businesses to boost economic growth and attract investment, as the country faces a sluggish economic outlook. This year, the government has facilitated over 20 investment projects valued at approximately $3.75 billion, with a significant focus on the electricity sector, according to Mexico’s Business Coordinating Council.
Sheinbaum recently engaged with Mexican and American business leaders, as well as US Ambassador to Mexico Ronald Johnson, to discuss potential investment opportunities in key industries, including semiconductors, railways, financial services, and medical devices. These discussions also addressed trade relations, tariffs, and the future of the United States-Mexico-Canada Agreement (USMCA).
Following these meetings, Sheinbaum announced that Nestlé intends to invest $2 billion in Mexico over her six-year term. Business representatives also showed interest in maintaining and expanding their investments in the country, reflecting a positive outlook despite the economic challenges.
To further stimulate economic activity, the Mexican government is increasingly relying on private capital while aiming to reduce the fiscal deficit. In 2025, Mexico’s economy grew by just 0.8%, with the Finance Ministry projecting growth between 1% and 2% for 2026. Foreign direct investment reached nearly $35 billion in the first half of the year, although domestic private investment remains the larger contributor to overall investment.
Under the Plan México initiative, the government seeks to attract more than 5.6 trillion pesos in combined public and private investment by 2030 across sectors such as energy, transportation, highways, and airports. Legislative changes are being pursued to improve access to investment financing and credit, with the hope of encouraging new business projects and bolstering Mexico’s productive capacity.
However, economic analysts have cautioned that uncertainties surrounding US trade policy, potential tariffs, and the upcoming USMCA review could deter large-scale investment. Concerns about regulatory changes, legal certainty, and access to water also remain significant factors affecting business decisions.
Despite these challenges, recent investment figures have shown some promise. Mexico’s gross fixed capital formation increased by 6% year-on-year in July, while private investment rose by 5.9%, signaling improved activity. Nonetheless, analysts warn that one month of growth is insufficient to confirm a sustained recovery in investor confidence. The country’s economic outlook will hinge on maintaining robust trade relations with the United States and Canada, while addressing domestic investment barriers.