CDMX launches Investment Promotion Committee

Mexico City launches a nationwide push to accelerate investment, setting the stage for record capital inflows and economic growth. The city unveiled its first Investment Promotion Committee, a model to be replicated across all 32 states, aimed at removing barriers, streamlining approvals, and fostering private investment. With a pipeline of more than USD 300 billion in projects, authorities seek to position Mexico as a hub for new investments.

To further bolster investment, the city government has established a dedicated investment promotion office within the Ministry of Economic Development. The agency is currently managing over 300 projects valued at roughly MXN 197 billion. By simplifying procedures and leveraging digital tools, the office seeks to streamline approvals and cut bureaucratic delays.

Mexico Accelerates Federal-Led Investments

On the federal side, Minister of Economy Marcelo Ebrard reported an investment pipeline exceeding USD 300 billion, with foreign capital accounting for more than 60% and domestic investment comprising the remainder. Each state will establish its own Investment Promotion Committee, with formal announcements scheduled for Feb. 4 in a meeting with President Claudia Sheinbaum. State economic development ministers will present their investment projects during the event.

These committees will work closely with federal agencies, including the Ministry of Energy, CFE, and the Ministry of Environment, to ensure all projects meet institutional requirements. Ebrard emphasized that federal coordination is essential to accelerate projects, aiming to reduce typical timelines of over a year by at least one-third.

Investment Outlook for Mexico in 2026: Opportunities and Challenges

Trade and nearshoring remain major drivers of investment. The USMCA review in 2026, along with Mexico’s potential to attract regional supply chains, represents a significant opportunity to strengthen foreign investment and diversify the productive base. The organization said success will depend on improving infrastructure, regulatory certainty, security, and energy competitiveness.

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