March 25th, 2013 New York -- Jim Cramer of the CNBC television finance show, Mad Money, said today that Mexico manufacturing companies had grown dramatically in recent months, and he cited GDP numbers that suggests Mexico's economy had expanded at a faster rate than the United State's economy.  In light of this news, Cramer picked a Kansas City based railroad interest called Kansas City Southern with a network of railroad tracks in [...]

Companies are making the move out of China,and back to Mexico in large numbers. Casabella Home and Commercial Cleaning Supplies president, Robert Moser, states in an interview with USA Today, “When you look at total costs, you’re pretty much at parity.” Many companies like Casabella are making their way out of China and into Mexico (a location that they left fairly quickly over a decade ago). Prices and the cost [...]

With Mexico's new government in full swing, Mexico manufacturing can certainly be considered a hot topic. Packaging consumer electronics in Mexico is one area that continues to see significant growth. With several other industries continuously growing (including, but not limited to: automotive, aerospace, and medical devices), Mexico is proving to stay on track by engaging manufacturers around the world to consider this profitable strategy. Many consumer electronic and accessory manufacturers [...]

The solar industry in Mexico is one of many growing industries that are manufacturing in Mexico. Mexico is viewed by industry leaders as a location of choice for the solar industry for many reasons, including large quantities of land in hot, sunny areas, a diverse labor pool and its proximity to the United States. As Mexico manufacturing grows, the energy needed to fuel the growth can come from solar technology. [...]

Solana Beach, CA, March 8, 2013 - Mexico's industrial real estate market experienced a period of revitalization from 2011 to 2012 and is set to reach a new peak in 2013. There is a markedly growing demand for industrial space as more foreign companies are setting up operations for manufacturing in Mexico. The wide production of everything from smartphones to kitchen appliances and the rise of automotive and aerospace manufacturing, [...]

The Maquiladora Industry that supports most of the manufacturing in Mexico is expected to grow 5% to 8% in 2013 year. This industry is home to various high-tech sectors that are located throughout the country. Locations vary, such as Tijuana, Guanajuato, Mexicali and Cd. Juarez, and incorporate many industries including, automotive, aerospace, electronic, medical device, solar and others. Manufacturing in Mexico through the Maquiladora Industry has been in place for [...]

Updated for relevancy: October 4, 2023 Setting up factories in strategic locations is a pivotal decision for manufacturing companies looking to optimize their operations. Among the many options available globally, factories in Mexico stand out as a particularly cost-effective and advantageous solution for a wide range of industries. Here, we'll delve into the many reasons why businesses are increasingly choosing Mexico as their preferred manufacturing base. Why Set Up Factories [...]

The industry for auto manufacturing in Mexico continued to set records in January, with production up 20% and exports continuing to grow at 14% year-over-year. 2013 kicks off in a positive and uplifting way for Mexico Manufacturers, following a record year in 2012. Mexico is continuously proving to be the top contender for automotive exports to the United States and other global markets. Auto exports to the United States increased 32% within the [...]

Effective December 01, 2012, Mexico’s Federal Labor Law (FLL) underwent the most comprehensive reform in over 40 years.  Many of the new laws will impact companies manufacturing in Mexico, especially those who are uninformed and/or unprepared to address the more than 300 changes in the decree.  Below are three key changes employers can expect under the new decree. Outsourcing The reform heightens the regulations on employee outsourcing (subcontracting) with potentially [...]