Introduction to Jalisco’s FDI Performance
Guadalajara, Jalisco. Jalisco has secured the seventh position in Mexico for attracting the highest amount of Foreign Direct Investment (FDI), receiving $933 million during the first half of the year, according to data from the Federal Secretariat of Economy.
Growth Compared to Previous Year
The Secretariat of Economic Development of Jalisco (Sedeco) reported that this figure represents a 4.5% growth compared to the same period in 2024, when $892.9 million of FDI was recorded.
New Investments Surge
In terms of new investments, Jalisco attracted $204.6 million, marking a 435% increase from the first half of 2024 when $38.2 million was reported.
Statements from Officials
Mauro Garza Marín, Coordinator General of Economic Growth and Development, stated: “The FDI results confirm the confidence of international companies in Jalisco. Not only do we remain among the seven states with the highest investment capture, but we have achieved historic growth in new investments, exceeding 400%.”
Competitive Ecosystem
Cindy Blanco, Secretary of Sedeco, emphasized: “The $933 million captured by Jalisco in the first half of the year confirms that our state offers certainty, confidence, talent, logistical infrastructure, and a highly competitive ecosystem. We are a place where innovation and economic development create real opportunities for people.”
Top Investing Countries
The top five countries contributing to FDI in Jalisco during the first half of 2025 were the United States, Germany, Netherlands, New Zealand, and Canada. Notably, New Zealand and Singapore emerged as new investor nations.
Sectoral Distribution of FDI
The industries that attracted the most investment were manufacturing (76%), agriculture (6.2%), and hospitality services (5.3%) of the total foreign capital.
Key Questions and Answers
- What is FDI? Foreign Direct Investment (FDI) refers to the investment made by a firm or individual in one country into business interests located in another country.
- Why is Jalisco’s FDI performance significant? Jalisco’s strong FDI performance indicates international confidence in the state’s economic stability, infrastructure, and potential for growth.
- Which countries invested the most in Jalisco? The United States, Germany, Netherlands, New Zealand, and Canada were the top investors in Jalisco during the first half of 2025.
- What sectors received the most FDI in Jalisco? The manufacturing sector attracted 76% of the FDI, followed by agriculture (6.2%) and hospitality services (5.3%).
