FX.co ★ Mexico’s Gross Fixed Investment Slumps 1.8% in August, Reversing July Gains

Mexico’s gross fixed investment fell by 1.80% month-over-month in August 2026, marking a sharp reversal from the 1.40% increase recorded in July 2026. The latest data, updated on 05 November 2026, show a weakening in capital spending after a positive performance in the previous month.

On a month-over-month basis, the “actual” August reading of -1.80% compares unfavorably with July’s “previous” 1.40% gain, indicating that investment in fixed assets such as machinery, equipment, and construction has lost momentum heading into late Q3. The shift from growth to contraction suggests increased caution among investors and businesses after a brief expansion in July.