OCTOBER 2025 EDITION

MEXICO: AUTOMOTIVE

USMCA Reduces Tariffs on Medium and Heavy Vehicles from Mexico


Mexico is Raising Tariffs on Chinese Auto Imports


China outraged by Mexico's automotive tariffs


Mexico Scores A Huge Win As US Tariffs Stay Off Auto Parts


Mexico auto industry warns of complex outlook ahead of USMCA review


Auto lenders battle for Mexico's price-sensitive car market


Swift ratification of EU-Mercosur and EU-Mexico free-trade agreements strategic necessity for competitiveness


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BRAZIL & LATAM: AUTOMOTIVE (continued)

Brazil Auto: Thriving Amidst Challenges (download report)


How New BYD Means a Brazilian Car Manufacturing Boom


Jeep’s Smallest SUV Will Be Built In South America With A Local Twist


The regulation of Brazil’s Green Mobility and Innovation (MOVER) vehicle emissions program


Chinese brands reach 7.8% of Brazil’s auto market


Renault in talks with China’s Chery for making cars in South America - Bloomberg



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U.S. Availability of State and Local Incentives for Manufacturing Operations

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Could Trump’s Auto Tariffs Benefit Mexico?

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MEXICO, BRAZIL & LATAM: SUPPLY CHAIN, LOGISTICS AND TRADE

China Launches Investigation into Mexico's Tariffs


Crossroads: Industrial & Logistics Opportunities in U.S.-Mexico Border Markets


Lawsuit by Mexican workers advances against U.S. logistics companies


Five Brazilian Ports Lead in Decarbonization Drive


Mexico’s manufacturing growth in Bajío corridor boosts cross-border freight opportunities


How to Bring a Foreign-Plated Car Into Mexico


Latin America’s role in de-risking semiconductor supply chains (talent & industrial capacity)


Amazon Brazil partners with Petrobras to explore use of low-carbon fuels in logistics operations


MEXICO, BRAZIL & LATAM: FINANCE, TAX, LEGAL AND M&A

Mexico Issues New Rule Governing Electronic Filings with the National Registry of Foreign Investments


European outbound M&A into Brazil set for boost if trade accord lands – Dealspeak EMEA


Energy accounts for one-third of M&A deals in Brazil this year


Mexico - Global bribery offenses guide


Brazil likely to see a record number of bankruptcy protection filings in 2025


Verification of Registration in Mexico’s Certified Companies Scheme (“RECE”)


Tax Relief as a Competitive Advantage: Tax Incentives in Northern Brazil and the Role of SUDAM in Attracting Large Enterprises


Obligations to Pay Rent in Mexican Lease Agreements After the Occurrence of a Force Majeure or “Act of God” Event


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MEXICO, BRAZIL & LATAM: MANUFACTURING, ECONOMY & TECHNOLOGY

Mexico faces impact of US tariffs on metallurgy and manufacturing


Tracking Trump and Latin America: Trade—Argentina Economic Aid Package Announced


Brazil Manufacturing PMI (September data; release Oct 1)


Almost half of Brazil's GDP stems from foreign investments


Mexico’s economy surprises to the upside, but outlook is weak


Brazil bucks EM manufacturing trends as regional neighbours show resilience


World Bank nudges up Latin America growth forecast to 2.3% but warns of skills shortage


Latin American Sub-national Innovation Competitiveness Index 2025


MEXICO, BRAZIL & LATAM: HR & TALENT MANAGEMENT

Mexico City strengthens its lead as a LatAm talent hub


Recent change in Brazil’s visitor visa regime: Inclusion of technical assistance and technology transfer activities


Hiring in Brazil—what employers need to know about “pejotização”


Work Permits in Latin America


Argentina's pension system among the worst


U.S. Talent Shortage Drives Latin American Hiring Boom


LATAM in 2026: What Employers Need to Watch


Playroll: Colombia work permits & visas—employer guide


GLOBAL M&A OF THE WEEK: U.S.-BASED AUTOMATION CO'S FOR SALE


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