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SEPTEMBER 2022 EDITION
MEXICO AUTOMOTIVE
The US wants more electric vehicles made in Mexico and less ‘made in China’

USMCA to Address Fifth Rapid Response Labor Case in Mexico

Tesla Attracting Suppliers From Asia To Mexico For Giga Texas Provision

Lithium industry experts doubt Mexico can extract the mineral without private expertise

GM to pause production one week at Mexico's Silao pick-ups plant

Small Electric Cadillac Crossover To Be Built In Mexico, Report Says
INTERVIEW OF THE WEEK
The latest Audio Interview features Gerard Barron. Mr. Barron is on a mission to help wean humanity off fossil fuels and transition to a circular resource economy. He is a seasoned entrepreneur with a track record of building global companies in battery technology, media, and future-oriented resource development both as a chief executive and strategic investor. He became involved in the early strategic development and financing of DeepGreen during its formation in 2011 and stepped into the role of Chairman & CEO in 2017. He is leading The Metals Company’s three-part strategy.
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BRAZIL & LATAM AUTOMOTIVE (continued)

Sustainable mobility: technology that promises to accelerate the shift towards electrification arrives in South America

South America Plugin Vehicle Markets, A Brief Overview — Part 2: Chile & Brazil

Brazilian customers have bought over 100,000 electric vehicles

Brazil’s electric mobility market expanding, but facing bottlenecks

Chevrolet Brazil Sales Jump 198 Percent In July 2022

MILESTONE: Jeep Celebrates The 500,000 Renegade Built In Brazil

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BMW San Luis Potosi would produce 100% electric cars

Sonora to extract lithium for the automotive industry

Mexico: INA asks the government to improve the T-MEC
THOUGHT LEADERSHIP
Differences Among Top Automotive Manufacturing Regions in Mexico: How do Suppliers Select Best Locations?
This Interview features Gary Swedback, CEO of NAI Mexico and NAI PanAmericas, part of the NAI Global network, a leading industrial and commercial real estate firm. NAIMexico operates 25 offices across Mexico and Latin America, ...

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US Customs Compliance Challenges Faced by Manufacturers
This Audio Interview features Robert M. Kossick, a member of Harris Bricken’s international trade law group, a Board Certified International Attorney, Licensed Customs Broker, and Certified Export Specialist ...

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ACCESS OVER 250 AUDIO INTERVIEWS
Listen to any of over 250 Audio Interviews with Experts on global automotive related business and operational topics such as HR, supply chain, legal, finance, M&A, markets and more.
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MEXICO INDUSTRIAL MARKET TRENDS REPORTS - Q2 2022
Latest Mexico Industrial Market Trends Reports - Q2 2022
To access the 22 Mexico Industrial Market Trends Reports Q2 2022, please visit here.
SUPPLY CHAIN, LOGISTICS AND TRADE
Mexico initiates anti-dumping investigation into Vietnamese cold-rolled steel

Brazil: Lithium export restrictions lifted

US and Canada Request USMCA Dispute Settlement Consultations Over Mexico’s Energy Policies

Still friends? Review of U.S.-Mexico-Canada trade two years under the 'New NAFTA

Freight costs between Santos and Shanghai skyrocket 400% in two years

Santos outperforms other Brazilian ports, despite a drop in overall throughput

Brazilian industrial exports to neighboring South American countries booming

Texas, California border-crossing projects key to US-Mexico trade

Argentine exports reach historic highs

Nuevo Laredo creates its first economic development cluster

Mexican mining sector cautious on launch of LitioMx
FINANCE, TAX, LEGAL AND M&A
Navigating Tax Developments in Latin America

Tax issues in international M&A in Mexico

Economic unrest is fueling Brazil's M&A market in 2022

This week in tax: Brazil sets stage for VAT reform

Brazil raises benchmark interest rate to 13,75%, and possibly more to come

Argentina: Federal Tax Authority implements an advance tax applicable to companies with extraordinary income

Brazil: Vetoes Overturned On The Recycling Incentives Law

Spotlight: real estate M&A transactions in Mexico
RECORDED WEBINAR

LEVERAGING MEXICO TO REDUCE DEPENDENCE ON CHINESE AUTOMOTIVE SUPPLIERS
Because of US/China tariffs, high logistics costs from Asia, Covid, power outages in China, growing Chinese costs and other reasons, automotive suppliers are diversifying their global supply chain and manufacturing into Mexico ...

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GLOBAL M&A OPPORTUNITIES | DEALS AVAILABLE

FOR SALE:
  • USA: Plastic-Injection Molding Supplier
  • USA: Plastics, Non-Ferrous Metals, Composite Wood Products Manufacturer
  • TURKEY: Plastics Auto Parts Manufacturing Supplier
  • TURKEY: Metal-Alloyed Spare Parts Production Company
  • ARGENTINA: Plastics Manufacturing Supplier
  • VIETNAM: Plastics Manufacturing Supplier
  • ASIA: Automotive and Components Supplier
  • ASIA: Industrial Equipment, Chemical, Agricultural Equipment Distributor
  • VIETNAM: Largest Truck Logistics Company
  • USA: Automated Production Material Handling Systems Manufacturer
  • INDIA: Machining Supplier

LOOKING TO BUY:
  • Mexico aluminum injection parts manufacturer
  • U.S. EV Motor or EV Motor Controller Supplier
  • Multinational Automotive OEM Spare Parts Manufacturers (Looking to Buy or Invest)
  • Machining or Ductile Iron Casting Company
  • Energy Storage, Automotive & Mobility Manufacturers
  • OEM Parts Manufacturer
  • Suspension & Steering System Manufacturer

FINANCING | FUNDING SOURCES:
  • SPACs – Special Purpose Acquisition Company
  • Auto Suppliers | Companies Seeking to Invest
  • Founders & Start-ups Seeking Investment

To learn more about the above opportunities, contact Ron Hesse (RHesse@GlobalAutoIndustry.com), or visit our International M&A and Funding Sources page here.
MANUFACTURING, ECONOMY & TECHNOLOGY
In pictures: South America's 'lithium fields' reveal the dark side of our electric future

Boosted by Brazil and Mexico, Latin America's economy expected to expand 3% in 2022, IMF

What’s next for Chinese investment in Latin America and the Caribbean?

6 Challenges When Doing Business in Mexico

Brazil's inflation for July 2022 best in 42 years

Mexico: US and Canadian investors affected by Mexico's actions have until March 2023 to raise claims under NAFTA regime

Latin America's economy reported to be slowing down

EU working to stop Russian, Chinese expansion in Latin America
HR & TALENT MANAGEMENT
Stellantis labor dispute resolved in Piedras Negras, Coahuila

Union at Volkswagen in Mexico to Hold New Contract Vote Aug. 31

Mexico for China Managers, Part 3: Comparing China and Mexico Manufacturing at the Operational Level

Brazil adds fewer jobs than expected in July

Brazil is building a beachside village for digital nomads

Superminister Massa says unemployment in Argentina is 6.7%

Mexico: The subcontracting reform: inspection trends and how to prepare (Video Chat)

Bolsonaro pushes to deepen the 2017 labor reform

Argentina: Digital Salary Book procedure is modified and now includes all employers

Latin America: Mental health and burnout
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EVENTS

RECORDED WEBINAR (recorded June 29, 2022): By Harris Bricken and East West Associates
"Leveraging Mexico to Reduce Dependence on Chinese Automotive Suppliers"
To learn more or to register, visit here.

RECORDED WEBINAR (August 31, 2021): By INDEX
"Lessons Learned: CEO Insights for Manufacturing in Mexico"
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RECORDED WEBINAR (February 8, 2022): By Harris Bricken
"Moving Your Manufacturing from China to Mexico"
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