Mexico

By understanding Mexico and its economy, we can better understand our own economy. Learn about this unique and dynamic relationship with research from the Dallas Fed.

Southwest Economy, First Quarter 2020
Mexico’s higher costs under USMCA may potentially offset gains from China-related trade spurt with U.S.
Approval of the United States–Mexico–Canada Agreement (USMCA) could change trade within the North American region, affecting output and weakening North America’s global competitiveness.
April 06, 2020
Southwest Economy, First Quarter 2020
Mexico seeks to reduce consumers' longstanding reliance on cash
Unlike the U.S., where consumers opt to pay with debit and credit cards or via apps, Mexico and its large informal economy continue to rely on hard cash. A new digital payment platform from the nation’s central bank aims to reduce the role of currency.
April 06, 2020
Southwest Economy, First Quarter 2020
Migrant apprehensions at U.S.–Mexico border spike in 2019
Apprehensions of migrants at the U.S. southern border surged in spring 2019.
April 06, 2020
Southwest Economy, Fourth Quarter 2019
Go Figure: Assessing the Cost of Longer Border Wait Times
Wait times spiked in spring 2019 when Customs and Border Patrol resources were diverted away from border crossings.
December 30, 2019