Between January and June 2026, Mexico received nearly $35 billion in Foreign Direct Investment (FDI), the highest amount recorded for a first semester according to the Economy Ministry. This financial influx indicates a growing confidence from international companies in Mexico, ensuring job opportunities and economic stability for countless citizens.
This impressive figure represents a 2.1% increase from the same period last year, reflecting Mexico’s continued attractiveness as a destination for foreign investors. Since the first half of 2021, foreign investments have nearly doubled, showcasing an accumulated growth of 89.7% from $18.4 billion to the current tally.
However, it’s important to note that during the second quarter of 2026, there was a slight decrease in FDI, with revenues reaching $10.5 billion, which is a 3.5% dip compared to $10.8 billion in the same quarter of 2025. The Economy Ministry clarified that this decline is primarily due to last year’s high comparisons and does not signify a downward trend. In fact, this quarter was still the second highest in the last 16 years.
The manufacturing sector was the leading recipient of this investment, attracting $13.5 billion, which is approximately 38.6% of total FDI. This area saw a notable 9.3% year-over-year increase. Financial and insurance services followed with $10.15 billion in investments, while the transportation and warehousing sectors experienced significant growth, amassing $2.65 billion.
Geographically, Mexico City stood out as the top destination for foreign investment, receiving around $16.9 billion, representing 48.2% of the national total. Other states such as Nuevo León, Mexico State, Baja California, and Jalisco collectively attracted a significant share of the investments, accounting for nearly 74% of the total FDI.
The United States remained the biggest source of foreign investment, contributing $16.9 billion, followed by Spain, Canada, Australia, and Germany. According to the Economy Ministry, these positive figures are a testament to Mexico’s solid macroeconomic foundations and the strategic direction provided by Plan México, the government’s key economic and policy initiative.