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General Resources
COUNTRY PROFILES: MEXICO (http://www.windowontheworldinc.com/countryprofile/mexico.html)
Window on the World, Inc. offers a country profile of Mexico, with the emphasis on information intended to improve the business traveler's cultural awareness of the country. This profile provides information on appropriate greetings, body language, the corporate culture, dining and entertainment, dress, and other topics concerning the customs and people of Mexico. Window on the World notes that this information has been excerpted from the "Put Your Best Foot Forward" series by Mary Murray Bosrock.
MEXICO CONSENSUS ECONOMIC FORECAST (http://wpcarey.asu.edu/seidman/eoc/mexico/)
The Bank One Economic Outlook Center at the College of Business of Arizona State University provides an economic forecast for Mexico. These forecast are prepared quarterly. The user may browse an archive of previous forecasts, beginning with 1998. In English.
MEXICO-INFO.COM : LLOYD, MEXICAN ECONOMIC REPORT (http://www.mexico-info.com/lloyd/)
The Economic Reports of this company have been available for many years and provide first hand information on the Mexican economy. In English.
LATINWORLD: MEXICO (http://www.latinworld.com/norte/mexico/index.html)
This electronic resource contains a listing of important business web sites in Mexico such as companies, exporters, organizations, products, and services. Also features a directory of web sites in the areas of economy and finance, arts, magazines, music, traditions, news, politics and government, education and research, sports, travel, books, and internet resources. In English, Spanish, and Portuguese.
FOCUS ON MEXICO (http://www.worldbank.org/html/schools/regions/lac/mexico.htm)
The Development Education Program (DEP) of the World Bank Group highlights social and economic indicators for Mexico. DEP includes such demographic and economic statistics as the gross national product, key economic ratios and long-term trends, the infant mortality rate, the adult illiteracy rate, and more. DEP offers data indicating how prepared Mexico is for economic growth and provides links to sites pertaining to trade and development in the country. In English.
INFORMATION MEXICO (http://www.mexicosi.com)
Contains information and links for corporations and individuals planning to do business in Mexico; also includes a clickable map.
THE INTERNATIONALIST (http://www.internationalist.com/business/Mexico.php)
Summary of country services for Mexico Page from "The Internationalist". This page contains information pertaining to accountants, banks, consultants, financial services, government links, insurance agencies, law firms and real estate information. In English.
MEXICO COUNTRY ANALYSIS BRIEF (http://www.eia.doe.gov/emeu/cabs/mexico.html)
The Energy Information Administration (EIA), a statistical agency of the U.S. Department of Energy, presents a country analysis brief about the production and consumption of natural energy resources of Mexico. The profile focuses on the various statistics of such natural energy resources as oil and electric power. The EIA also includes statistics concerning the consumption of these resources as they affect the environment.
Banks and Finance
BANCO DE MEXICO (http://www.banxico.org.mx/)
Mexico's central bank performs the following functions: regulates the issuance and circulation of currency, foreign currency exchange, financial intermediation and services, as well as payment systems; operates as a reserve bank and lender of last resort for credit institutions; provides treasury services to the Federal Government and act as its financial agent; counsels the Federal Government on economic and, particularly, financial issues; and participates in the International Monetary Fund and other international financial cooperation institutions, as well as those embodying central banks. This web site features general information and history of the bank, monetary and exchange-rate policies, numismatic information, quarterly inflation reports, financial market data, economical and financial indicators, currency, speeches and presentations, publications, seminar reports, and other services. In English and Spanish.
BANCOMEXT MEXICO (http://www.bancomext.com/Bancomext/index.jsp)
This bank, founded in 1937, is the federal government's leading financial institution responsible for the channeling of credit, guarantees, and promotion of services to foster international trade and to facilitate the the direct flow of foreign investment into Mexico. Its site is formed by these sections: 1) Directory of Mexican Exporters; 2) Mexico Business Opportunities; 3) Export and Information Offfices in Mexico; 4) Mexican Trade Commission Offices Around the World; 5) Trade Leads in Mexico; 6) Mexican Government Agencies and Institutions; 7) Mexican Universities, Research Centers and Institutes; 8) Guest Message Center; 9) Mexico News Sources; 10) Resource Centers and Search Engines; 11)Information on NAFTA; 12) Regional and State Information in Mexico; 13) Legal Resources/Information on Mexico/Latin America; 14) Information on Mexico from U.S. Universities and Research Centers; 15) Quick Reference/Index; and, 16) Monthly Newsletter. This site aspires to be a one-stop Mexico Information Center. Its information is current, well presented and quite practical. In Spanish.
BANAMEX.COM (http://portal.banamex.com.mx/eng/)
A Mexican financial and commercial portal. In English and Spanish.
NACIONAL FINANCIERA : BANCO DE DESARROLLO (http://www.nafin.com/portal/index.jsp)
Features the financial services offered by Nafinsa Securities Inc. and Nacional Financiera SNC, Mexico's industrial development bank. In English and Spanish.
CASA DE MONEDA DE MEXICO (http://www.cmonedam.com.mx/cmm/Default.html)
The Mexican Mint ("La Casa de Moneda de México"), was the first in the Americas, established by "Cédula Real" (Royal Decree) in 1535, has served the country continuously since then. It is recognized as one of the finest in the world. This web site features a brief history of the "Casa", institutional services, current coin cone, a sales and promotions catalog, types of eagles, precious metal coins, PROCOSSA (an industrial metal blank coin manufacturer), medallions, numismatic history, glossary, awards and prizes, news, and updates. In English and Spanish.
BOLSA MEXICANA DE VALORES (http://www.bmv.com.mx/)
Bolsa Mexicana de Valores = The Mexican Stock Exchange is a private institution, legally incorporated as a limited company with variable capital, that operates under a concession from the Mexican Ministry of Finance and Public Credit and is governed by the Securities Market Act. Contains information on the electronic trading system, a daily market overview, information about listed companies. Describes foreign investment and trading mechanisms. Contains online publications and links to other stock exchange sites. In Spanish.
Commerce and Trade
UNITED STATES-MEXICO CHAMBER OF COMMERCE = CAMARA DE COMERCIO MEXICO-ESTADOS UNIDOS (http://www.usmcoc.org/index2.html)
A group of distinguished Mexican and U.S. businessmen established the United States-Mexico Chamber of Commerce (USMCOC) in 1973 as a 501 (c) (6) non-profit business association chartered in Washington D.C. The coalition of businessmen created a bilateral organization to promote trade, investment and joint ventures on both sides of the border. Now in its third decade of operation, the Chamber has grown into a unique non-profit corporation operating through 12 offices in Mexico and the United States. All chapters and offices, with strong local membership and international contacts, help businesses bridge differences in legal, regulatory and economic systems, as well as language and culture. To further promote stronger bilateral relations, the Chamber established the U.S.-Mexico Cultural and Educational Foundation in 1996. The foundation, a 501 (c) (3) non-profit organization, oversees educational and cultural exchanges designed to develop business leaders of the future, infuse practical business knowledge into the academic realm and foment understanding between the neighboring countries. The web site features Chamber news, information on the Buen Vecino Internship Programs (BVIP), a directory of regional Chamber chapters, publications, and a listing of links of USMCOC partners online. Also contains information on Mexico and U.S.-Mexico relations such as economy, government, NAFTA, research, task forces, a job bank, and links. In English and Spanish.
FOREIGN TRADE INFORMATION SYSTEM : MEXICO (http://www.sice.oas.org/ctyindex/MEXpg.asp)
"Foreign Trade Information System" (SICE for short from its Spanish acronym -- Sistema de Información al Comercio Exterior) -- the information technology arm of the Trade Unit of the Organization of American States (OAS). This site provides the most complete information and documents on trade in Mexico and in the Western Hemisphere including data on tariffs, trade flows & statistical agencies, intellectual property rights, standards and technical barriers to trade, services, electronic commerce, investment, competition policy, and dispute settlement. In English and Spanish.
FY 2000 COUNTRY COMMERICAL GUIDE: MEXICO (http://www.state.gov/www/about_state/business/com_guides/2000/wha/mexico_CCG2000.pdf)
The Bureau of Economic and Business Affairs of the U.S. State Department presents a country commercial guide for Mexico for 2000. The guide covers the economic trends and outlook for Mexico, the political environment, the marketing of U.S. products and services, trade regulations and customs, the investment climate, and business travel. In English.
NORTH AMERICAN INTERNATIONAL TRADE CORRIDOR PARTNERSHIP (http://www.naitcp.gob.mx)
The NAITCP is a partnership of North American communities linked by an international trade corridor committed to promote trade, investment, education and tourism in the region. In English, French, and Spanish.
Directories
CONEXION EJECUTIVA (http://www.conexionejecutiva.com/index.cfm?idioma=2)
A business information directory of Mexico containing links and a listing of Mexican banks, professional services, business and government, companies in Mexico, Mexican media, and Mexican tourism. In English and Spanish.
COSMOS ONLINE : EL PORTAL DE LA INDUSTRIA DESDE 1995 (http://www.cosmos.com.mx/)
An industrial and commercial directory organized by sectors. In English and Spanish.
KOMPASS MEXICO (http://www.kompass.com.mx/indexeng.html)
A free searchable database business directory containing company and product information in Mexico and worldwide. Database includes financial data, trade and brand names, executives names, key product references, and Kompass classification codes in over 70 countries. Database may be searched by Products & Services or by Company & Trade names. In Dutch, English, French, German, Italian, and Spanish.
MEXICO ATTORNEYS.COM : DIRECTORY (http://www.mexicoattorneys.com/pages/directory.htm)
A directory of Mexican attorneys and lawyers for use by businesses searching for professional services in Mexico. In English.
NAFTA
NAFTA AGREEMENT (http://www.sice.oas.org/trade/nafta.asp)
Contains the text of The North American Free Trade Agreement Between the Governments of Canada, The United Mexican States and The United States of America. Published by the Organization of American States. In English, French, and Spanish.
NORTH AMERICAN FREE TRADE AGREEMENT (NAFTA). SECRETARIAT (http://www.nafta-sec-alena.org/DefaultSite/home/index_e.aspx)
The NAFTA Secretariat, comprised of the Canadian, U.S. and Mexican Sections, is an unique organization, established by the Free Trade Commission, pursuant to Article 2002, Chapter 20 of the North American Free Trade Agreement (NAFTA). It is responsible for the administration of the dispute settlement provisions of the Agreement. The mandate of the NAFTA Secretariat also includes the provision of assistance to the Commission and support for various non-dispute related committees and working groups. In English, French, and Spanish.
NAFTA WORKS (http://www.naftaworks.org/)
The NAFTA office is the representative branch of the Mexican Ministry of Economy at the Embassy of Mexico in Washington, D.C. It promotes exports and foreign investment in Mexico, assists companies to do business with Mexico, and follows up on Mexico-US trade relations on a daily basis. This web site includes information on the following topics: The Mexican Ministry of Economy, Mexico-U.S. Trade, Mexico Global Trade Hub, Investment, NAFTA, NAFTA desk (FAQ), Publications, and other resources. In English.
LANIC NAFTA RESOURCES (http://www.lanic.utexas.edu/la/Mexico/nafta/index.html)
The Latin American Network Information Center (LANIC) is affiliated with the Institute of Latin American Studies (ILAS) at the University of Texas at Austin. LANIC's primary objective is to facilitate access to Internet-based information on, from, or about Latin America. This web page includes the following NAFTA resources and links: Academic Resources, Document and Publications, News, Other Resources, and Trade. In English.
Maquiladora Industry
MEXICO'S MAQUILA ONLINE DIRECTORY, 2002-2003 (http://www.maquiladirectory.com/)
A printed and online publication with information for the maquila industry. Offers a directory of maquiladoras and suppliers. In English.
MAQUILAMARKET.COM : ONLINE ACCESS TO MEXICO'S MANUFACTURING INDUSTRY (http://www.maquilamarket.com/index.html-ssi)
Features a business information directory for Mexico's Maquiladora manufacturing and Shelter production industry. In English.
MAQUILA PORTAL : MEXICO'S MAQUILA INFORMATION CENTER (http://www.maquilaportal.com/cgi-bin/public/index.pl)
This site is a guide to the maquiladora industry. Contains comprehensive information on topics of interest to Maquiladora managers such as human resources, customs, accounting, taxes, economics, industrial location, statistics, suppliers, environment, quality, and legal matters. In English.
Energy Industry
PEMEX (http://www.pemex.com)
Pemex or Petroleos Mexicanos is Mexico's largest petroleum industry company. Its Web site contains information on the company, investment relations, products and services, and company reports. In Spanish.
INSTITUTO MEXICANO DEL PETROLEO (http://www.imp.mx)
IMP provides technical and research assistance to Petróleos Mexicanos (PEMEX). The IMP web site features the Institute's research, catalog of products, information about petroleum and gas prices, a search engine, the Institute's library, and links to institutions of higher education, the energy sector in Mexico, petroleum international organizations, and other major Latin American oil companies. Also includes publications and press releases. In Spanish.
SECRETARIA DE ENERGIA (http://www.energia.gob.mx)
Mexico's Department of Energy provides an overview of the energy sector. Includes microeconomic data, oil & gas prices, and features data on electricity, and natural gas. In English and Spanish.
COMISION REGULADORA DE ENERGIA (http://www.cre.gob.mx)
Presents basic information about the origin, operation, structure and principles of the Comisión Reguladora de Energía. Also contains official CRE resolutions, press releases, documents published by the CRE, presentation and speeches, basic statistics on the gas and electricity markets in Mexico as well as other economic indicators, and news. In English and Spanish.
COMISION FEDERAL DE ELECTRICIDAD (http://www.cfe.gob.mx/www2/home.asp)
CFE is the company that generates, transfers, distributes and markets electric power to 20 million customers, nearly 80 million Mexicans. Its web site presents the following information: mission and goals, history, organization, electric power generation, transmission and distribution of electricity, customer sales and volumes, sales statistics, finance, laboratory equipment and material testing, suppliers, investors, customer service, CFE publications, and press releases. In English and Spanish.
Government Agencies
SECRETARIA DE ECONOMIA (http://www.economia.gob.mx/)
Web site covers the activities, services, and publications of Mexico's Secretaría de Economía.
SECRETARIA DE HACIENDA Y CREDITO PUBLICO (http://www.shcp.gob.mx/)
Presents information on public finance, economic programs and financial activities in Mexico. It also includes facts on current legislation, as well as procedures and services provided by the Secretariat. In English and Spanish.
INVESTOR RELATIONS OFFICE. UNDERSECRETARIAT OF FINANCE AND PUBLIC CREDIT (http://www.shcp.gob.mx/english/iro/index.html)
The Investor Relations Office was created in 1995 as a result of the increased relevance of enhanced disclosure of economic data, as well as the extended need of investors and analysts to develop a personal and ongoing dialogue with Mexican financial authorities. The Mexican IRO has been recognized by the IMF and IIF as a prototype of a successful sovereign investor relations program. Through Mexican IRO web site, observers are able to access PDF data and reports regarding Mexican economic and financial information such as public finances and public debt, economic policy, economic performance, budget, and financial development. In English and Spanish.
SISTEMA DE INFORMACION EMPRESARIAL MEXICANO (http://www.siem.gob.mx/portalsiem/)
This data base contains a listing of industrial, commercial and service firms in Mexico. In Spanish.
INSTITUTO NACIONAL DE ESTADISTICA, GEOGRAFIA E INFORMATICA (http://bibpurl.oclc.org/web/1041)
"The National Institute of Statistics, Geography and Informatics (INEGI) is the agency responsible for integrating Mexico's systems of statistical and geographic information, in addition to promoting and orienting the development of informatics in the country." Includes statistics on environment, society & demographics, economy, science & technology. Also provides comprehensive geographical information illustrated with maps. English and Spanish versions available.
SECRETARIA DE AGRICULTURA, GANADERIA, DESARROLLO RURAL, PESCA Y ALIMENTACION (http://www.sagar.gob.mx/)
Mexico's Department of Agriculture web site features information about the government agency, rural development programs, centers of information, subsecretariats, state delegations, Mexican agricultural sector organizations, and related links. In Spanish.
PRECISA.GOB.MX: ECONOMIA (http://www.precisa.gob.mx/index.php?Directorio=precisa&viewCat=3)
Contains links to all the Mexican government agencies related to the Mexican economy such as agriculture, commerce, transportation and communications, energy, statistics, economic policy, financial system. Most web sites in Spanish.
International Organizations
INTER-AMERICAN DEVELOPMENT BANK : MEXICO (http://www.iadb.org/exr/country/eng/mexico/)
The IDB Mexico web site contains information on current projects, research and statistics, policies, private sector information, IBD's lending portfolio, business opportunities, Multilateral Investment Fund projects, operational strategy, department and press publications, and online resources. In English and Spanish.
UNITED STATES AGENCY FOR INTERNATIONAL DEVELOPMENT (USAID) : MEXICO (http://www.usaid.gov/regions/lac/mx/)
The United States Agency for International Development (USAID) provides information concerning its current economic and humanitarian assistance programs in Mexico. USAID also offers links to Web sites featuring background information on Mexico, as well as links to multilateral donors, government institutions, and other related Web sites. In English.
MEXICO AND THE INTERNATIONAL MONETARY FUND (IMF) (http://www.imf.org/external/country/MEX/index.htm)
Discusses Mexico's activities as a member of the International Monetary Fund (IMF). Provides access to statistics, press releases, statements by IMF officials, and reports. Notes that the IMF is an international organization of member countries, established to promote international monetary cooperation. In English.
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