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Mexico's Economy Shrinks, Recession Fears Heighten Amid Trade Uncertainty

11/1/2025

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Mexico's economy contracted by 0.3% in the third quarter of 2025, raising recession concerns after a 0.6% growth in the previous quarter.
The decline is linked to a 2.9% annual drop in the industrial sector and trade uncertainties with the US.
Despite these issues, agriculture and fishing sectors grew by 3.6%.
President Claudia Sheinbaum's "Plan Mexico" has struggled to attract foreign investment.
The IMF estimates a 1% growth for the year, although exports rose nearly 14% in September.

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Story summary

Mexico's economy contracted by 0.3% in the third quarter of 2025, raising recession concerns after a 0.6% growth in the previous quarter.
The decline is linked to a 2.9% annual drop in the industrial sector and trade uncertainties with the US.
Despite these issues, agriculture and fishing sectors grew by 3.6%.
President Claudia Sheinbaum's "Plan Mexico" has struggled to attract foreign investment.
The IMF estimates a 1% growth for the year, although exports rose nearly 14% in September.