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NOVEMBER 2022 EDITION
MEXICO AUTOMOTIVE
Carmakers report ‘extraordinary’ jump in production and exports as Mexico becomes top exporter of cars to US

BMW digitalises logistics and maintenance in Mexico

Mexico auto production up 8% in October; exports rise 19.3%

Tesla is rumored to be looking to invest in Mexico

Insights on Mexico Industrial Real Estate: Focus on the Bajio and Northeast Automotive Regions
INTERVIEW OF THE WEEK
The latest Audio Interview features Leslie Alan Glick, co-chair of the Butzel Long International Trade and Customs Specialty team, based in their Washington DC Office. Les was recently appointed to be co-chair of the American Bar Association, International Law section, International Trade and Customs committee that has over 400 members. He is the author of 5 books, including on NAFTA and USMCA, and has given a series of seminars on the same topic. He is active in importer response to new tariffs under sections 232 and 301 (having filed over 50 exclusion requests for clients) as well as complex customs country of origin rulings and handled many antidumping and countervailing duty cases on behalf of auto parts producers.
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BRAZIL & LATAM AUTOMOTIVE (continued)


Electric Vehicles, Solar Energy & Wind Energy — My Trip To Brazil

BYD considers production in Brazil

Bringing EVs to Central America through strategic partnerships

Car subscriptions up in Brazil, from owning to using

Chinese automakers eye Latin American market, contributing to local industrial chain development
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Chihuahua Automotive Cluster boosts the supply of its associates

Auto parts industry in Puebla expects to invest US$12.8 million by 2023

Foton wants to sell 10% of its electric vehicles in Mexico

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THOUGHT LEADERSHIP
Insights on Mexico Industrial Real Estate: Focus on the Automotive Bajio and Northeast Regions
This Interview features Fernanda Martinez and Edgardo Hernandez, both with NAI Mexico. Ms. Martinez is Regional Director serving the Bajio Region, and Edgardo Hernandez is Regional Director serving the Northeast Region. NAI Mexico, part of the NAI Global network, is a leading industrial and commercial real estate firm, and operates 25 offices across Mexico ...

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Using Patent Funding to Finance Global Growth
This Interview features Nemo Perera, CEO and Managing Partner, Risk Capital Partners, LLC. In addition to structuring unique risk finance structures, he has developed proprietary securitization models that help clients secure funding through rated debt structures ...

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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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GLOBAL SURVEY: "SUPPLY CHAIN & LOGISTICS STUDY 2023"
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2022 has been very challenging year for business. We are interested in your outlook for 2023 and beyond to help us and help others see a path forward. We will be collecting the results and sharing them in articles and features on GlobalAutoIndustry.com later this year. This will help us focus on topics of interest and concern.

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SUPPLY CHAIN, LOGISTICS AND TRADE

China’s loss is Mexico’s gain: Bank of America says a transformed global supply chain means nearshoring investment in the country is a ‘lifetime opportunity’

USMCA faces its biggest test

Mexico moves ahead with USMCA dispute negotiations under new leadership

Mexico Threatens a Trade War With the U.S. and Canada

Brazil's Rumo greenlights construction start of US$3bn rail project

Latam logistics need to improve for bigger role to US markets, Tabachnik says

5 leaders on how Latin America is driving sustainability across its value chains

Mexico’s Department of Infrastructure, Communications and Transportation and Federal Civil Aviation Agency Suspend Deadlines and Procedures until 2023 Due to Hacking

Maersk market update Latin America October 2022

The future of US-Latin America trade relations: What can we achieve in the next few years?
MEXICO: NATIONAL MARKET TRENDS | Q3 2022 INDUSTRIAL ACTIVITY
DOWNLOAD 8-PAGE NATIONAL REPORT HERE
The reports cover 5 Industrial Regions and 23 separate Mexican commercial and industrial real estate markets.

To access Q3 reports and download National Report, please visit here.
FINANCE, TAX, LEGAL AND M&A

Brazil: Patent litigation

Brazil: The Non-possibility Of Naming Artificial Intelligence ("AI") As Inventor In A Patent Application, According To The Brazilian Patent Trademark Office ("BPTO").

Analysis: Mexico's non-bank lenders may now need bank licenses to survive

Winds of change: the future of tax reforms in Latin America

Mexico Tax Agency Issues Press Release Announcing Deadline Extension for Specific E-Invoicing Procedure

Argentina: Tax on the Acquisition of Foreign Currency - Extended to new transactions and introduction of new Collection Regime of 25%

Byting back: The EU’s digital alliance with Latin America and the Caribbean

Mexico: State of Nuevo Leon Establishes Environmental Taxes

Argentina: Implementation of SIRA, the Import System of the Argentine Republic, and SIRASE, the Import System of the Argentine Republic and Payment of Services Abroad

Growth of carbon markets in Latin America
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:
  • NEW: European manufacturer of shafts, gears, forging
  • 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:
  • NEW: Patent Debt Funding
  • 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
U.S., Mexico discuss regional markets, business relocation, Mexico says

Why Brazil Sought Chinese Investments to Diversify Its Manufacturing Economy

China’s Financial Footprint Deepens In Latin America

In Brazil, A Lula Win Is Nothing Special For The U.S., Or Europe

The Brazilian Election Results And The Future For The Leading South American Economy

Ecommerce Flourishes in Latin America

In Spanish-speaking South America, the ‘new progressives’ are faced with a complex economic and political reality
HR & TALENT MANAGEMENT

Mexico: The third stage of the New Labor Justice System in Mexico begins

I moved from NYC to Rio de Janeiro. I live near the beach and have a level of financial freedom I never experienced in the US.

Mexico City among top 6 new cities for young expats

How to Get Chile Residency: The Ultimate Guide

U.S. declines labor probe at Saint-Gobain in Mexico, applauds new union win

Americans Move to Mexico at Record Pace as Remote Work Beckons

One factory worker takes on Mexico's powerful unions
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EVENTS

RECORDED WEBINAR (recorded May 24, 2022) by Harris Bricken and East West Associates
"Consolidation, Relocation & Closure of China-based Operations"
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RECORDED WEBINAR (recorded June 29, 2022): By Harris Bricken and East West Associates
"Leveraging Mexico to Reduce Dependence on Chinese Automotive Suppliers"
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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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