Mexico City Leads FDI Attraction in Mexico with 55% of National Total in Q1 2025

According to data from the Mexico City Ministry of Economic Development, the country’s capital maintained its leadership in attracting foreign direct investment (FDI), securing 55% of Mexico’s national total during the first quarter of 2025.

During this period, the city reported inflows of USD 11.8 billion, consolidating its position as the main driver of foreign capital in the country’s economy.

Sectoral Distribution and Investment Types

The inflows were concentrated in strategic sectors: financial and insurance services accounted for 41%, manufacturing 25%, mining 19%, business support services and waste management 5%, and mass media 4%.

By type of investment, new inflows represented USD 826 million (7%), reinvestment of profits totaled USD 9.7 billion (82.5%), and intercompany accounts reached USD 1.2 billion (10.5%).

Top Investor Countries and Annual Growth

The top six investing countries in Mexico City during Q1 2025 were led by the United States (USD 4.3 billion), followed by Spain (USD 3.2 billion), Switzerland (USD 461 million), Australia (USD 407 million), Canada (USD 407 million), and South Korea (USD 308 million).

Compared to the same period in 2024, FDI in the capital increased by USD 800 million, underscoring its consolidated role as Mexico’s leading destination for foreign investment and a magnet for high-value projects.

Strengthening Mexico’s Investment Hub

With a diversified economic base, robust infrastructure, and global connectivity, Mexico City continues to be the country’s financial and corporate hub. The consistent flow of reinvested profits highlights investor confidence in the city’s stability, competitiveness, and long-term growth prospects.