Analysis

The pitch is seductive: Trade your overpriced apartment and endless grind for sun-drenched streets, fresh tortillas, and a bank account that finally breathes. Mexico — close to home, culturally rich, and refreshingly affordable. What's not to love? Plenty, as it turns out, once the honeymoon phase fades. While Mexico's popularity as an expat destination continues to surge … [Read more...] about The Real Cost of Expat Life in Mexico: Why Affordability Isn’t Enough

Families and businesses across Mexico face a frustrating and costly problem: the electricity grid is not reliable. Power outages, or "apagones," happen often. Sometimes they last for just a few minutes, and sometimes for hours.  These blackouts are more than just an inconvenience. They disrupt daily life, force schools and hospitals to use expensive backup generators, … [Read more...] about Mismanagement, Corruption, and Politics Keep Mexico’s CFE Power Grid Down

Despite its popularity, the strongest left-wing party in the democratic world is facing major challenges. President Claudia Sheinbaum's first year leading Mexico's ruling MORENA party has been marked by mounting challenges that threaten to undermine the ambitious social agenda championed by her predecessor. Economic stagnation, fiscal constraints, and rising public … [Read more...] about Mexico’s Left-Wing Government Faces Growing Economic and Political Headwinds