About the Mexico Country Outlook
The Mexico Country Outlook is an annual conference and report designed to unpack the major policy issues facing Mexico in the year ahead. Presented by the Baker Institute Center for the U.S. and Mexico, it provides a strategic edge to investors, businesses, and policymakers as they navigate Mexico’s complex, ever-evolving political and regulatory landscape.
Each year, the conference brings together influential leaders and top thinkers from industry, government, and academia to contribute valuable insights and dive deep into Mexico’s politics, economy, border issues, energy affairs, and more. Audiences include business leaders, policymakers, academics, and students who are passionate about Mexican public policy issues and U.S.-Mexico relations — presenting a rich opportunity to expand networks, exchange diverse perspectives, and remain ahead of the curve.
The annual conference features:
- Keynotes from renowned Mexican and U.S. thought leaders.
- Insights on key Mexican policy issues and drivers shaping business environments.
- Exclusive early access to the annual Mexico Country Outlook report.
Mexico in 2026
Mexico faces strong headwinds in 2026 — some generated domestically through far-reaching constitutional reforms that set the country’s democratic clock back and undermine its economic performance, and some coming from a more uncertain international context. Our experts analyzed how the growing consolidation of government power will likely diminish regulatory oversight, reduce economic growth prospects, exacerbate social problems, and place further strain on the energy sector, among other challenges. They anticipate another uncertain year ahead for Mexico’s domestic and foreign affairs, as pressures from a second Trump administration — through tariffs tied to immigration and drug enforcement — intensify in the lead-up to the 2026 United States-Mexico-Canada Agreement review.
The Center for the U.S. and Mexico’s “Mexico Country Outlook 2026” report offers expert insights into these and other pivotal issues shaping the country’s future, from public safety to water stress. Drawing on insights from leading experts, our annual report examines major issues ahead to inform policymakers, business leaders, and the public in the coming year.
