Capacity utilization in the Mexican manufacturing sector has historically remained around 80%, reflecting market-driven adjustments, according to data from the Ministry of Economy. Capacity utilization measures the percentage ratio between actual production volume and maximum (theoretical) potential output. As an operational indicator, it allows for the assessment of
China’s steel production capacity rose from approximately 131.8 million metric tons (MMT) to over 1,000 MMT between 2000 and 2019. This represents an increase of more than 600 percent. According to OECD databases on steel capacity, this production surge was largely driven by government policies aimed at rapid
The National Chamber of the Iron and Steel Industry (Canacero) proposed to the USTR that it impose sanctions on steel transshipment in coordination with Mexico. In addition, the Chamber suggested that the U.S. government establish a North American Steel Coordination Mechanism. Steel Transshipment Canacero proposed to the USTR
Automobile and truck production in Mexico declined in real terms in 2025, following a trend of ups and downs over the past decade. In 2025, Mexican manufacturing of both types of vehicles fell at a year-over-year rate of 9.1%, according to data from INEGI. Automobile and truck production
The history of international containers—ISO and TEU—began with the idea and innovation of American entrepreneur Malcolm McLean. This story was highlighted as a prime example of the benefits of international standards in the World Development Report 2025: Standards for Development, prepared by the World Bank Group. History of
The Mexican Institute for Competitiveness (IMCO) suggested that Mexico could propose regulations addressing unfair competition by third countries. This would take place during the review of the United States-Mexico-Canada Agreement (USMCA). IMCO is a think tank that promotes competitiveness through evidence-based public policies. It is funded by the