Economic growth in Mexico in January was 0.1%, following a decrease of 0.5% in December, according to recent figures. In another topic, it is noted that Mexico's automotive trade surplus with the United States in 2024 reached a record with a growth of 6% last year and doubled in the last decade. On the other hand, it is mentioned that the Government of Mexico left Claudia Sheinbaum's administration with an imbalance of $1.6 trillion.
Regarding international aid, it is reported that $100 million that Usaid allocates to Mexico is frozen, raising concerns about its closure and possible implications. In security matters, eight municipalities in Mexico City concentrate the crime of drug dealing, with nearly 5,000 investigation files opened last year, with Álvaro Obregón, Iztapalapa, and Cuauhtémoc being the areas with the most complaints.
In transparency matters, it is highlighted that the Superior Audit Office of the Federation pointed out the disappearance of 2 billion pesos allocated for security in the federal entities, without documentation supporting the destination of the funds. On the other hand, the National Electoral Institute will vote on the candidate lists, despite errors including candidates who declined, nominees for two different positions, and irregularities in the selection process.
Finally, it is noted that consumption points to a slight rebound in January according to INEGI, while it is reported that the Government's deficit in the fourth quarter grew by 160%, impacted by emblematic works and social programs.
