Aguascalientes Secures Over US$600 Million in New Investments and 8,000 Jobs for 2026

Aguascalientes has confirmed a pipeline of 30 new investment projects totaling more than US$600 million, reinforcing its position as one of Mexico’s most dynamic industrial destinations. The initiatives are expected to create approximately 8,000 formal jobs during 2026, reflecting sustained investor confidence in the state’s business environment.

State authorities emphasized that the incoming projects target strategic sectors aligned with export manufacturing and high-value production, further integrating Aguascalientes into national and international supply chains.

Formal Job Creation and Economic Outlook

The new investments are projected to strengthen the state’s labor market while supporting broader economic growth. Officials estimate regional GDP expansion of about 1.3% in 2026—above the national forecast—along with a 4% year-over-year increase in exports compared with 2025.

These indicators highlight the resilience of Aguascalientes’ industrial base and its strong export platform, supported by modern infrastructure, skilled human capital, and proximity to major manufacturing corridors in central Mexico.

International Promotion and Support for SMEs

To sustain investment momentum, the state plans an extensive international promotion agenda, including between 14 and 18 overseas missions and approximately 200 workforce linkage events. These initiatives aim to attract additional foreign capital while facilitating market access for local companies through participation in specialized trade fairs and business forums.

Domestically, authorities announced a program exceeding MXN 18 million to strengthen micro, small, and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) through productivity subsidies and business support initiatives. The program includes free training for more than 10,000 entrepreneurs and business owners, designed to enhance competitiveness and accelerate technology adoption.

Diversification Toward Emerging Industries

Stakeholders from the financial and business sectors highlighted the importance of continued diversification into emerging areas such as electromobility, clean energy, value-added logistics, and agrotechnology. These sectors represent future growth opportunities as global supply chains evolve toward sustainability and higher technological content.

With a strategy centered on productive investment, export expansion, and SME development, Aguascalientes is positioning itself to sustain above-average economic performance while reinforcing its role as a key industrial hub in Mexico’s central region.