The steel industry is the preferred industry for Mexico’s Foreign Direct Investment (FDI), according to a new report. Among the 27 main industries, the steel industry has seen the most attraction, making up 32.1 percent of the total FDI, followed by the automotive industry (12.2 percent) and the aerospace industry (10.3 percent).
The FDI report also noted a decrease in FDI inflows in the manufacturing sector in 2021, with Brazil taking the brunt of the decrease in Investment (-14 percent). This decrease is likely due to the economic impacts of the pandemic, as well as the trade war between the US and China.
To better understand the FDI landscape globally, our dynamic multijurisdictional legal guide compares the FDI regimes in nine Asia-Pacific (APAC) jurisdictions. This comprehensive guide looks at the laws and regulations governing foreign Investment in each of these countries, as well as the restrictions and incentives for foreign companies doing business in the region.
The guide finds that the APAC countries have different approaches to FDI, with some countries allowing unrestricted foreign Investment and others requiring government approval. It also highlights the different tax incentives that are available to foreign companies in the region, such as tax credits and exemptions.
The guide also provides an overview of the legal framework governing foreign Investment in each of the countries, including corporate structures and legal forms, labor laws, and dispute resolution. The guide concludes that the APAC countries have a diverse range of FDI regimes, and foreign investors should be aware of the different regulations and incentives before investing in the region.
The Foreign Direct Investment report for Mexico and the legal guide for the APAC countries provide an in-depth look into the FDI landscape, and help investors make informed decisions about their Investment. With the steel industry topping the list for Mexico’s FDI attraction and the different laws and regulations governing foreign Investment in the APAC countries, investors can use this information to make the best possible decisions for their Investment.
