Mexico’s Investment Dilemma: Urgent Calls for Change Amidst Economic Challenges

In this episode, we explore Mexico's urgent need to enhance investment incentives to compete with the robust support systems in the U.S. and Canada. We analyze the implications of recent U.S. and Canadian policies on Mexico's economy and employment landscape. Additionally, we discuss the struggles of small businesses in Spain, which are facing declining productivity and rising labor costs despite overall economic growth. We delve into the potential impacts of proposed work hour reductions on these vital enterprises and what measures can be taken to ensure their survival and competitiveness.

Sources:
https://www.eleconomista.com.mx/empresas/mexico-le-urge-aumentar-incentivos-inversion-20241006-728900.html
https://elpais.com/economia/2024-10-07/las-pequenas-empresas-alertan-de-que-el-crecimiento-economico-les-da-la-espalda-y-vuelven-a-cargar-contra-la-reduccion-de-jornada.html

Outline:
(00:00:00) Introduction
(00:00:43) Mexico is urgent to increase incentives for investment:
(00:03:41) Small businesses alert that economic growth turns their backs on them and they return to the reduction of working hours