Mexico’s economic activity expanded 3.3% year-on-year in December 2025, supported by growth across primary, secondary and tertiary sectors, according to the National Institute of Statistics and Geography (Inegi).
Based on the Global Indicator of Economic Activity (IGAE), primary activities increased 11.4% annually, services rose 3.2%, and industrial activity edged up 0.2%.
For the full year, economic activity grew 0.4% compared to 2024.
Agriculture posted solid gains, while livestock production also improved. Within industry, mining, manufacturing and construction recorded slight declines. In the services sector, retail trade and business support services stood out, while wholesale trade and hospitality showed contractions.
Seasonally adjusted figures show the IGAE rose 0.4% month-over-month in December and 2.4% annually, rebounding from a slight contraction in November.
Inegi revised Mexico’s 2025 annual GDP growth to 0.6%, with a 1.8% increase in the fourth quarter. Analysts note that while the country avoided a technical recession, overall economic performance remained modest.
Source: Forbes México
