Sheinbaum’s $9.8B Hospital Plan to Add 9,139 Beds by 2030
Mexico's Sheinbaum hospitals plan commits MX$181 billion (US$9.8 billion) to add 9,139 beds through 152 projects by 2030. Financing and...
July 22, 2026Section
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Alsea Starbucks Deal to 2046 Amid Weak Mexico Spending
Mexican restaurant operator Alsea renewed its Starbucks alliance until 2046, betting on Latin American cafe demand despite a Q2 profit...
July 22, 2026
Mexico Markets: IPC & the Peso
Mexico's S&P/BMV IPC climbed 0.89%, driven by Banorte and Grupo México, while the peso held firm. A calm session ahead...
July 22, 2026
Mexican Singer Lila Downs Wins La Mar de Músicas Prize
Mexican singer Lila Downs received the Premio La Mar de Músicas in Cartagena, Spain, honoring three decades of blending folk...
July 21, 2026
Trump Tariffs Hit Brazil Hardest, Mexico Gets 90-Day Delay
Trump tariffs impose a 50% rate on Brazilian exports and a partial delay for Mexico. See what the new duties...
July 21, 2026
Mexico Tourism Sets a Record on Local Trips, Not the Cup
Mexico tourism projects a record 22.4M summer travelers in 2026, driven by nationals. World Cup day-trippers spent just MX$40B as...
July 21, 2026
Mexico Fighter Jets: Air Force Weighs New Buy
Mexico fighter jets are under evaluation as the Air Force looks to replace its aging F-5 fleet. No purchase is...
July 21, 2026
Mexico City Museums: National Art Museum Reopens
Mexico City museums see a major reopening as MUNAL returns with refreshed collections. Details on a reported film festival remain...
July 21, 2026
Mexico’s Mérida Earns Top AAA Credit Rating on Budget Surplus
Mérida’s credit rating hits HR AAA after a 9.1% primary surplus at end-2025. Low debt and budget discipline secure Mexico’s...
July 21, 2026