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WHAT'S NEXT?: Mexico's economy and status with the U.S. faces uncertain times as a result of Donald Trump's recent election as America's next president. The impacts of Donald Trump's pre-election threats are already being felt by Mexico's economy and may have unforeseen consequences for both nations.

• [New] Since Washington has not announced any agreement with the Eurozone, Japan, Canada and Mexico, tariff letters for them will be unfavorable for the US dollar and US assets. World Stock Market
• [New] Ottawa will suspend its second wave of retaliatory tariffs after Trump signed an executive order to pause some new duties on Canada and Mexico and reduce potash levies to 10%. Barrie 360
• [New] Growth in Tennis Facilities: There's been a noticeable increase in the number of tennis facilities and academies across Mexico, providing more opportunities for aspiring players. archyde
• [New] Trade growth will be particularly weak in the United States, Canada and Mexico, and to a lesser extent Europe and China. atradius
• [New] Mexico's strategic position and trade integration create exceptional opportunities for advanced tyre recycling development, serving integrated North American markets. Gradeall International LTD
• [New] The fresh funds will go toward building Tulum's first pilot plant at a steel facility in Mexico and establishing an R&D hub in Milan to drive further developments. Tech Startups - Startups and Technology news
• [New] China, supported by fiscal and trade measures, is expected to grow +4.5%, while Mexico and South Africa see more modest projections due to trade tensions and fiscal consolidation. International Trade Magazine
• [New] Mexico is buying 135,000 metric tons of corn - 29,000 metric tons for the 2024/2025 marketing year, and 106,000 metric tons for the 2025/2026 marketing year. Successful Farming
• [New] If a product is subject to the Section 232 tariffs on automobiles / parts, it will not be subject to the IEEPA tariffs on Canada and Mexico or the Section 232 tariffs on steel and aluminum (and derivatives). Industry Intelligence Inc.
• [New] New tariffs combined with trade retaliation could cost U.S. dairy farmers $6 billion in lost profits over four years, while Mexico and Canada - representing 40% of U.S. dairy exports worth $8.2 billion - face potential 25% tariff threats that guarantee devastating retaliation. The Bullvine | The Dairy Information You Want To Know W
• [New] In Mexico, the production volume of wheat is forecast to rise by 0.1 million metric tons in the coming years. Precedence Research
• [New] After a 30-day delay, the U.S. imposed threatened tariffs of 25% on imports from Canada and Mexico and increased tariffs on China early this week. Merrill Edge
• Mexico is expected to remain a major grain importer as domestic production remains insufficient to meet growing food and feed needs. Scribd
• Despite increased domestic production, Mexico will remain a major grain importer, with imports of wheat, rice, and sorghum projected to rise. Scribd
• Document Informationclick to expand document informationThe Grain and Feed Update for Mexico forecasts a 7% increase in corn production for marketing year 2025/2026, driven by stronger local prices and rising demand, while wheat production is expected to decline by 36% due to drought. Scribd
• The production of maize in Mexico is expected to amount to around 29.52 million metric tons in 2031. Precedence Research
• The production of maize in Mexico is predicted to increase continuously by 1.7 million metric tons during the next years. Precedence Research
• Risks Description Trump related immediate risks - US implements 10% tariff on all imports in addition to 60% tariffs in China and 25% on Mexico and Canada. SlideShare
• Russia, Mexico and Brazil have been significant export markets in recent years, but are raising their import tariffs, which will strengthen incentives for Chinese automakers to localise production. Switzerland - EN - Intermediary
• Exporters have sold 502,920 metric tons of U.S. corn - not 554,400 tons - for delivery to Mexico in the 2025/2026 marketing year, and 68,580 tons - not 75,600 - for delivery in the 2026/2027 marketing year. ADM Investor Services
• Supply-chain shifts: firms diversifying away from China (Vietnam, Mexico, India) to hedge risk; domestic rare-earth capacity investments are underway but remain long-term. Infinite
• RAINFALL: Tropical Depression Two is expected to produce rainfall totals of 3 to 6 inches, with maximum totals of 10 inches possible across the Mexican states of Veracruz, San Luis Potosi, and Tamaulipas. Yahoo News
• The ACA's Trade and Investment Offices in Mexico serve as platforms to strengthen economic ties and expand mutually-beneficial economic and foreign direct investment opportunities between Arizona and Mexico. Greater Phoenix In Business Magazine

Last updated: 15 July 2025