February 1998- Mexico’s 1997 Economic Performance Underscores Strong Fundamentals
Mexico’s 1997 Economic Performance Underscores Strong Fundamentals
Mexico’s GDP grew 7% in real terms, a 16-year record high, thanks to Mexico’s strengthened economic position given a stable macroeconomic environment.
Exporting Firms Expand Operations Throughout Mexico
In 1997, the number of plants in Mexico’s maquiladora program grew to a new high of 3,839, an increase of almost 15% over 1996.
NAFTA Trade Among the Freest in the World
The reduction of barriers to trade since NAFTA’s implementation has promoted a significant growth in trade flows between Canada, Mexico and the United States.
Business News Digest
Deluxe Signs Licensing Agreement with Bital of Mexico
Harris Corporation Selected by Mexico’s Largest Telecommunications Companies
Chic Opens New Mexican Plant
Standard Products Begin Production at Aguascalientes Plant
State Profile
Jalisco
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