The United States, Spain, the Netherlands, Australia and Germany were the main sources of FDI to Mexico in the first quarter of 2025.
Mexico attracted 21.4 billion dollars of FDI in that period.
Sources of FDI to Mexico
The amount of this type of investment arrivals to Mexico broke the record for the same period. The previous historical maximum occurred in the first quarter of 2024, with 20.3 billion dollars.
Foreign direct investment occurs when a person or company from another country invests in a business outside its territory with the intention of participating in its decisions. It is not just transferring money, but establishing a real and lasting presence, such as a factory or an office, in order to grow along with that country.
Of the total FDI arrivals to Mexico, these were the countries with the highest participation in the origin of those flows, according to data from the Ministry of Economy, in percentage terms:
- United States: 8.3 percent.
- Spain: 3.2 percent.
- The Netherlands: 1.8 percent.
- Australia: 1.2 percent.
- Germany: 0.8 percent.
Manufacturing
Mexico has positioned itself as a key center for specialized manufacturing. This growth responds to increasing demand, both domestically and internationally.
In addition, industries require more and more capital to expand.
On the other hand, the manufacturing industry shows a clear diversification. This trend reflects progress in strategic sectors for the country’s industrial policy.
Among them, electromobility and the electric-electronic sector stand out. Both are part of the aforementioned priorities.