European Investor
24 Aug 2026, 17:21
Mexico GDP Expands 1.4% in Q2, Slightly Missing Expectations
Mexico’s economy expanded strongly in the second quarter of 2026, although final GDP figures came in slightly below expectations and were revised lower from preliminary estimates.
GDP increased 1.4% quarter over quarter, compared with the 1.5% expected. The expansion represents a significant rebound from the revised 0.3% contraction recorded in the first quarter.
On an annual basis, GDP grew 2.1%, also slightly below the 2.2% forecast.
Mexico’s economy expanded strongly in the second quarter of 2026, although final GDP figures came in slightly below expectations and were revised lower from preliminary estimates.
GDP increased 1.4% quarter over quarter, compared with the 1.5% expected. The expansion represents a significant rebound from the revised 0.3% contraction recorded in the first quarter.
On an annual basis, GDP grew 2.1%, also slightly below the 2.2% forecast.
