Investing in Mexico has become one of the best options to boost the finances of the investing population, especially because Mexico has established itself as one of the countries where domestic and foreign investment is a great opportunity due to its constant economic growth.
Investment opportunities in Mexico:
Key economic sectors:
Automotive parts, machinery and equipment, chemical sector, insurance and, bonding financial services.
Sectors with high potential:
Automotive after-sales service (repair, maintenance, spare parts and accessories sales), electronic components, distribution chains, renewable energies, food, beverages and tobacco, specialized technical and personal professional services. The banking sector is also growing rapidly and represents an opportunity for investors. The government, in seeking to attract further FDI, has communicated a desire to modernize the country’s infrastructure, including hospitals and transportation.
Privatization programs:
In real estate (particularly for low-cost housing construction projects), airports, and some refineries. The energy reform put an end to PEMEX’s 76-year monopoly; nationalized in 1938, the company is now undergoing a profound restructuring to make it more competitive in the future. This reform has allowed the opening of PEMEX’s exploration and research and development activities to foreign investment.
Reasons to Invest in Mexico:
Territory:
Mexico has a total surface area of close to 2 million square kilometers, making it the 5th country with the largest surface area in the American continent and the 14th worldwide. It is located in the heart of America, with a privileged geographical condition located in North America and, at the same time, it is integrated to Latin America not only because of its language, historical roots and culture but also because of its location. Additionally, it is a natural bridge between the Atlantic and the Asia-Pacific region thanks to its extensive coastline.
Economy:
Mexico ranks 15th with $1.08 trillion according to the ranking of the 15 countries with the highest gross domestic product (GDP) from 2020 to 2026, being considered one of the most important economies in the world and relevant for international trade due to its growth potential.
Strategic Location:
Its privileged location allows the link between Latin America and the United States, creating the advantage of being able to immediately access this country and connect investments made in Latin America.
Foreign Investment:
Mexico is one of the emerging countries most open to foreign direct investment (FDI), located in the fifteenth place with the highest FDI reception in the world. As mentioned above the sectors receiving significant foreign investment are manufacturing, financial and insurance services, retail and wholesale trade, and communication.
International Treaties:
Mexico currently has 12 Free Trade Agreements signed with 46 countries, 32 Agreements for the reciprocal promotion and protection of investments with 33 countries, 9 Limited Scope Agreements within the framework of the Latin American Integration Association (ALADI) and is a member of the Trans-Pacific Partnership Treaty.
Additional advantages for foreign direct investment in Mexico
Mexico has become one of the best countries to invest in the region, agreed the president of Grupo Santander, Ana Botín, and the director and president of BlackRock, Larry Fink. Highlighting the following points:
- Mexico attracts the largest amount of Foreign Direct Investment (FDI) in South and Central America.
- It enjoys a strategic geographic position and acts as a transit platform to North America and Latin America.
- The country is rich in natural resources, which allows the development of all types of industries with competitive prices.
- The labor force is characterized by being young, competitive and in large numbers, its salary is not very high and it is well qualified.
- The country is the eighth largest tourist destination in the world, and also has a large and important industrial base.
Private Sector Investment in Mexico
Investment opportunities in Mexico abound among high-growth industries and the strategic advantages of investing in the country. The main growth strategy of companies is an investment, where they drive private development and national wealth. Through investment they modernize, renew and increase production capacity. These factors continue to enhance the ecosystem where companies interact, improving economic development and private initiative investments.
There are organizations that facilitate business investment in Mexico, such as VYNMSA, which helps companies to establish themselves in strategic regions of Mexico. With close to 30 years of experience, we have collaborated on 450 projects for international clients. We are one of the leading real estate developers in the industrial area. Our know-how, infrastructure and equipment allow us to develop your company’s Build To Suit projects. In addition, we have around 20 buildings of inventory for immediate occupancy, which adds up to 2 million square feet of space in the Northeast and Bajio regions of Mexico.
Contact us and discover why VYNMSA is your best business partner in industrial real estate in Mexico.
