Investment Overview and Key Players
Querétaro, Mexico – As 2025 progresses, Querétaro has successfully completed over 20 private investment projects totaling more than $24,000 million, according to Marco Antonio Del Prete Tercero, the Secretary of Sustainable Development (SEDES).
This investment figure represents a slight decrease compared to 2024, attributed to the global uncertainty context. Some investments are being cautious, waiting for increased certainty before finalizing their projects.
Investment Sectors
The capital allocated in the first quarter primarily goes to the automotive sector, although there are also records in data centers and other niches.
Recent investments include Odata’s $3 billion investment in data centers, which announced the launch of its first facility in DC QR03 in April. Martinrea, a Canadian firm, also has plans through its operations in the state; on May 6th, they inaugurated a training center in Querétaro.
Trade Agreement and Future Prospects
As the review of the US-Mexico-Canada Agreement (T-MEC) approaches, with President Donald Trump’s mention of slowing down the trade agreement, SEDES’s Querétaro head expressed confidence in the federal government’s ability to advance negotiations.
The state secretary trusts that President Claudia Sheinbaum and Economy Secretary Marcelo Ebrard Casaubón will achieve a beneficial review for all countries.
Potential Changes in the Trade Agreement
With the agreement review, there’s potential to update operational rules, regional content values, and include various concepts.
Key Questions and Answers
- What is the total investment in Querétaro for 2025? Over $24,000 million has been invested in 20 projects.
- Which sectors are the main recipients of these investments? The automotive sector is the primary beneficiary, with data centers also receiving attention.
- What is the significance of Odata’s investment? Odata invested $3 billion in data centers, launching its first facility in Querétaro.
- How is Martinrea contributing to Querétaro’s economy? Martinrea, a Canadian firm, is investing in Querétaro by opening a training center.
- What are the expectations regarding the T-MEC review? The federal government is expected to successfully negotiate a beneficial agreement for all countries involved.
