Key Sectors for Spanish Investment in Mexico
Despite global uncertainty, 54% of Spanish companies expect to increase their business volume in Mexico for the remainder of 2025, announced the Spanish Chamber of Commerce in Mexico (Camescom).
For the rest of 2025, 36% of Spanish entrepreneurs plan to increase their investments, while 44% intend to expand their workforce.
Mexico continues to solidify its position as a strategic market for Spanish investment, valued for its quality of life and favorable digital environment, despite global uncertainty stemming from factors like currency exchange rates, geopolitical tensions, and new tariff policies.
Positive Outlook for Spanish Investment in Mexico
Spanish entrepreneurs view the outlook as encouraging and robust. In just the first half of 2025, Spain invested over 5,943 million dollars in Mexico, representing 17% of the total FDI, which was described as “the third-best start to a year since 2006”.
Spain is establishing itself as one of Mexico’s primary economic partners. This figure signifies a notable rebound compared to previous quarters, reinforcing Spain’s role as the second-largest source of foreign capital in Mexico, only behind the United States.
Spanish investment in Mexico by June reached its highest point for a first half in at least eight years, according to the Secretariat of Economy.
Camescom, led by Antonio Basagoiti, reports moderate optimism regarding Spanish investment in Mexico, reflected in the second edition of the Barometer on the business climate and perspectives for Spanish investment in Mexico.
Impact of U.S. Tariff Increases
Although the increase in tariffs by the United States has impacted Mexican economic activity, due to Mexico’s deep integration in the regional manufacturing value chains, European entrepreneurs see growth potential in Mexico.
Most Spanish entrepreneurs with interests in Mexico maintain full confidence in the country and more than half plan to expand their business and increase investments.
New Era for Spanish Companies in Mexico
In the context of announcing the new Camescom director, Elena Ochoa, she mentioned that a new era is beginning. Thus, the private organization in Mexico reaffirms its commitment to being a strategic ally for Spanish companies in the country, strengthening bilateral ties and contributing to business and social growth.
Mexico as a Strategic Long-Term Market
For Spanish companies, Mexico represents not just a timely opportunity but a long-term strategic market. All companies surveyed by Camescom consider it crucial for their international expansion, and 88% do not plan to leave the country in the next five years.
Key Sectors for Spanish Investment
Spanish investment in Mexico is heavily concentrated in:
- Financial services: Historically the most dynamic sector.
- Energy: Including electricity and water production and distribution.
- Metalworking:
- Storage and transportation:
- Construction and manufacturing industry: As the most attractive for Spanish capital in 2025.
Regional Distribution of Investments
In terms of regions, the Greater Mexico City area is the top destination, followed by Nuevo León, State of Mexico, Querétaro, and Jalisco.
More than 5,200 Spanish companies operating in the country generate over 500,000 indirect jobs.
Key Questions and Answers
- Q: What percentage of Spanish companies in Mexico anticipate more investments? A: 36% of Spanish companies in Mexico expect to increase their investments for the remainder of 2025.
- Q: What sectors are most attractive for Spanish investment in Mexico? A: The most attractive sectors for Spanish investment in Mexico are financial services, energy, transportation, construction, and manufacturing industry.
- Q: How much did Spain invest in Mexico in the first half of 2025? A: Spain invested over 5,943 million dollars in Mexico in the first half of 2025.
- Q: How many Spanish companies operate in Mexico, and how many jobs do they generate? A: More than 5,200 Spanish companies operate in Mexico and generate over 500,000 indirect jobs.
