The Mexican economy grew by 1.8% in the fourth quarter of 2025, marking a notable recovery driven by the services sector and, particularly, a significant growth in the agricultural sector.
At the end of 2025, Mexico's economy demonstrated solid growth, recording a 1.8% annual increase in the fourth quarter, outperforming the preliminary estimate of 1.6% from INEGI. This growth rate represents the fastest expansion seen since the first quarter of 2024, indicating a rebound in economic activity. The primary driving force behind this increase was the services sector, highlighting the resilience and adaptability of the economy.
Notably, the agricultural sector showed remarkable progress, achieving an annual growth of 7.8%, which is the highest figure recorded in the last 13 years, dating back to mid-2012. This strong performance in agriculture reflects favorable weather conditions and improved farming techniques that have successfully boosted production. Meanwhile, the services sector's GDP rose by 2.1% annually, indicating a strong recovery as it reached its highest level since early 2024. Conversely, the industrial sector saw a modest growth of 0.3%, ending a streak of six consecutive quarters of decline, suggesting a slowly stabilizing industrial landscape.
Economic analyst James Salazar of Kapital Grupo Financiero remarked that the fourth-quarter improvement in GDP is seen as a positive sign, indicating a gradual recovery after a lackluster growth year in 2025. This trend could suggest that the economy may be on track for further recovery, which may bring optimism for consumers and investors alike moving forward into 2026. The increased economic activity, particularly in services and agriculture, may prompt revisions in economic forecasts, positioning Mexico for a rebound in the upcoming year.
