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January 2021 edition

MEXICO AUTOMOTIVE
Mexico backs request by auto firms for more time to meet USMCA rules

Transmission: Mexico- the land of opportunity…for auto industry

Mexico auto exports, output jump in December

Mexico 'flirting' with Ford after U.S. carmaker bails on Brazil

These Are The Coolest Cars From Mexico That Are Not Available In The U.S.

North American auto industry feels effects of global microchip shortage

Volvo Trucks’ Mexico exit raises concerns for carriers

INTERVIEW OF THE WEEK
The latest Audio Interview features Ryan Robinson. Mr. Robinson is the research leader supporting the global Automotive sector for Deloitte’s Consumer Industry Center at Deloitte LLP. His primary focus is creating engaging, actionable insights to deepen the conversation around key trends and issues occurring across the global automotive sector landscape.
Listen to Ryan Robinson Interview here
BRAZIL & LATAM AUTOMOTIVE (continued) ...


Where does Brazil stand in the automotive energy transition?

Brazil new auto sales plunge 26% in 2020

Ford to shut down Brazilian auto plants

Bolsonaro accuses Ford of closing its plants because “they want subsidies”

Fleet LatAm Business Networking Group: Keys to EV growth in Latin America

Brazil Launches Artificial Intelligence Network for Domestic Auto Industry and Agribusiness

Latam vehicle leasing seen up in 2021, regional executives say

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Mexico’s Industrial Real Estate

Renewable Energies in Mexico Face Bleak Future

Private Sector Questions National Infrastructure Plan

THOUGHT LEADERSHIP
This Interview features Leslie Alan Glick, co-chair of the Butzel Long International Trade and Customs Specialty team. He is a specialist in international trade and customs for over 30 years, and is the author of 5 books on international trade and customs topics, including NAFTA and USMCA. He has given a series of seminars on USMCA-NAFTA 2.0. He is active in importer response to new tariffs under sections 232 and 301(have filed over 50 exclusion requests for clients) as well as complex country of origin rulings. He works with US importers and exporters from Mexico, Brazil, Italy, Austria, France, Germany, China, Turkey, Japan and Vietnam.
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This Interview features Salomon Noble, CEO for Mexico-based Intermex Industrial Parks. Salomon is an expert in the Mexican Manufacturing and Maquiladora Industry (IMMEX / “Twin Plants”), with more than three decades of experience in advanced manufacturing operations for the aerospace and automotive sectors and all aspects of the Industrial real estate life cycle. Intermex´s mission is to facilitate the successful establishment and operation of international companies throughout Mexico, and the company has two strategic business units: The Shelter and the Industrial Real Estate units.
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ONLINE FEB. 2-5: "India Automotive Technology Partnership Summit & Expo" and Match-Making Event by ACMA: Automotive Component Manufacturers Association of India.
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SUPPLY CHAIN, LOGISTICS AND TRADE

Pressures on U.S. Manufacturers with Mexico Operations, Supply Chains to Comply with New Labor Laws

BREXIT: Update of the UK-Mexico Trade Continuity Agreement

Teamsters protesting and blocking Argentine highways threaten domestic supplies and grain exports

Latin America’s Foreign Trade Drops to 12-Year Low: UN Agency ECLAC

Portugal wants quick ratification of EU/Mercosur deal, but there are many objections

China/Brazil sea freight prices soar, almost five times higher than six months ago

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VIRTUAL: AUTO INDUSTRY CERTIFICATE (Feb. 11 - Dec. 2) by Wayne State University & AIAG
"8th Annual Auto Industry Certificate in Purchasing and Supply Chain Management – 2021"
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MANUFACTURING & ECONOMY

Fitch forecasts Latin American economies will rebound but with downside risks

Brazil industrial production rose for seventh consecutive months in November

Mexican manufacturing PMI drops again in December to 3-month low

Mexican President Tests Positive for COVID-19

Mexico: Millennials represent nearly half of all new Covid cases; new records set Thursday

Despite New Vaccine Batches, Brazil Covers Only 40% of Priority Groups

Brazilian economy forecasted to grow 3,45% this year with 3,75% inflation

Argentina ended 2020 with a 6,5% of GDP budget primary deficit

How Partnering with Latin America Could Drive Down Your Costs

Two Trends to Watch During Latin America’s Recovery

GLOBAL MERGERS & ACQUISITIONS

CHINA COMPANY FOR SALE:
A U.S.-based precision machining company is looking to sell their CNC machining operation in China with revenues of $12,000,000 and EBITDA $2.5 million.

INDIA AUTO SUPPLIER FOR SALE:
India-based automotive supplier (one of the largest manufacturers of sheet metal components in India) is seeking to be acquired. Revenues $42 million, and EBITDA of (-$1.4 million).

INDIA MACHINERY SUPPLIER FOR SALE:
Well-established, India-based manufacturing supplier of machinery for global automotive and other industries. Company holds patents for 11 basic and 23 derivative models of CNC Machines, and has partnerships/JVs with Italian and Czech Republic based firms.

TURKISH AUTO LEASE PROJECT:
Long-term debt investment of 35 million euros sought to finance growth of a market leader in the Turkish passenger car rental industry. Funds to be used for (a) refinance loans amounting 11 million euros, and (b) acquire new fleet of 24 million euros to satisfy increasing market demand.

LOOKING TO BUY COMPANY:
A Global Automotive Parts Manufacturer is looking to purchase a Manufacturer of Aluminum Automotive Components and Assemblies with an EBITDA between $1 and $5 Million.


To learn more about the above opportunities, contact Ron Hesse - RHesse@GlobalAutoIndustry.com

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FINANCE, TAX, LEGAL AND M&A

Mexico’s New Proposed Amendment to Eliminate Outsourcing

Receivables Finance in Mexico

Latin America Emerges as China’s Favorite Hunting Ground for M&A

Q4 2020: Latin America Enforcement Review

What Should a CFO Know About Investment Opportunities in Latin America

Brazil: Amendment of Bankruptcy Code Approved by Federal Senate, Awaiting Presidential Approval

Foreigners Halved Investments in Brazil in 2020, Says UNCTAD

Curitiba Fights, Along with the Rest of Brazil, to Gain Traction in Nearshore IT

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HR & TALENT MANAGEMENT

Mexico: Reform to the Federal Law on Remote Working

Ford's departure from Brazil could leave thousands jobless

Europe and USA Now Closed for Travelers Passing through Brazil

Potential changes to Mexican labor rules delayed until early 2021

Business and Human Rights in Brazil: Trends and Outlook for the Coming Years

Mexico: Unsafe cities: 68% of Mexicans feel unsafe where they live, down from 73%

Employment and Compensation in Latin America: Vaccinating the workforce (download report)

Finding the Best Tech Talent in Latin America

Employment situation in Brazil improving: two million find jobs
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EVENTS

VIRTUAL CONFERENCE (January 25 - 29, 2021) by WardsAuto, TU Automotive, Wards Intelligence
"Automotive TECH WEEK Megatrends"
5 Megatrends | 5 DAYS | YOU CHOOSE
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VIRTUAL EXPO (February 2 - 5, 2021) by ACMA (India Auto Suppliers Trade Association)
"INDIA: International Technology and Matchmaking Expo"
To learn more, download brochure, or to register, visit here.

Online Class (starting February 8) by IPWatchdog
"Patent Practice Training: An Introduction to Patent Prosecution"
To learn more or to register, visit here.

VIRTUAL: AUTO INDUSTRY CERTIFICATE (Feb. 11 - Dec. 2) by Wayne State University & AIAG
"8th Annual Auto Industry Certificate in Purchasing and Supply Chain Management – 2021"
To learn more or to register, visit here.


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