Mexico Faces Economic Slowdown with Growth at 0.8% and Inflation at 3.75% in 2025

The Mexican economy is projected to grow by just 0.8% in 2025, according to a recent survey by the Bank of Mexico (Banxico). This marks a significant downgrade from the 1.2% forecast made in late 2024 and reflects ongoing challenges both domestically and internationally.

Analysts have attributed this weaker outlook to restrictive monetary policies, political uncertainty, and external pressures, particularly from the United States. Private sector estimates vary, with some financial institutions, like Banamex, predicting growth as low as 0.2%.

The revised figures also represent the lowest growth forecast in over a year, highlighting a sharp decline from the optimistic 2.01% projection made in early 2024. Despite these challenges, Banxico’s estimate of 0.6% growth remains within a similar range, though still far below the government’s ambitious forecast of 2–3%.

Inflation, on the other hand, is expected to close at 3.75%, slightly above Banxico’s target of 3%. While this figure represents an improvement compared to previous years, it remains higher than desired.

Core inflation is projected to stabilize between 3.25% and 3.5%, supported by declining energy prices and a gradual easing of monetary policy. Banxico has already begun cutting interest rates from their peak of 10%, with expectations for the rate to end the year at approximately 8.19%.

Mexico Faces Economic Slowdown with Growth at 0.8% and Inflation at 3.75% in 2025. (Photo Internet reproduction)

Bleak Economic Outlook for Mexico

Investment sentiment remains bleak, with 92% of surveyed analysts stating that Mexico’s economy is worse than it was a year ago. Over half anticipate further deterioration in business conditions throughout 2025, while only 5% believe it is a good time to invest.

Key obstacles include governance issues, public insecurity (cited by 20% of respondents), and uncertainty over trade policies and domestic economic conditions. External risks tied to U.S.-Mexico relations under President Donald Trump’s administration compound Mexico’s economic struggles.

Proposed tariffs on Mexican goods could further stifle growth while reducing remittance flows that account for nearly 3% of GDP. Additionally, constitutional reforms in Mexico have eroded investor confidence and discouraged foreign direct investment, exacerbating the slowdown in private and public spending.

Amid these challenges, opportunities such as nearshoring trends and private consumption offer some hope for recovery. However, without significant structural reforms or improved governance, Mexico’s economic outlook remains constrained heading into 2026.