Nuevo León has once again strengthened its position as one of Mexico’s top investment destinations. In the second quarter of 2025, the state captured $3.03 billion USD in foreign direct investment (FDI), representing 8.8% of the national total and a remarkable 31.6% year-on-year growth, according to the National Registry of Foreign Investments (RNIE) from Mexico’s Ministry of Economy.
 

With this performance, Nuevo León ranked as the second-largest FDI recipient in Mexico, surpassed only by Mexico City, which received $19.3 billion USD (56.4% of the country’s total) during the first half of the year. The State of Mexico followed in third place with $2.25 billion USD, or 6.6% of the national share.
 

United States: The Leading Investor in Nuevo León

The United States remains the main source of foreign capital in Nuevo León, reflecting the deep integration of both economies. Between 2006 and 2024, U.S. companies invested $22.66 billion USD in the state, accounting for 9% of all U.S. FDI in Mexico. Key sectors attracting this investment include machinery and equipment manufacturing, where Nuevo León leads nationally, as well as real estate services and wholesale trade.
 

According to the Ministry of Economy, Nuevo León currently hosts 2,752 U.S.-owned companies, making it the second state with the highest U.S. business presence, only behind Mexico City (8,408).
 

Nearshoring Momentum and Long-Term Outlook

The momentum is further fueled by the nearshoring trend, as companies relocate operations to Mexico to strengthen North American supply chains. In 2024 alone, Mexico secured $36.87 billion USD in FDI, alongside announced investments totaling $110 billion USD—45% of which came from U.S. firms. Nuevo León accounted for more than $57.3 billion USD of these announcements, leading all Mexican states and reaffirming its role as an industrial and innovation hub.
 

By consolidating its leadership in foreign direct investment, Nuevo León not only strengthens its economy but also reinforces its reputation as a top-tier global investment destination in advanced manufacturing, logistics, and technology-driven industries.
 

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