Brazil Overtakes Mexico as Latin America’s Top FDI Destination in 2026
Brazil received US$46.99 billion of foreign direct investment in the first half of 2026, about US$12 billion more than Mexico's record US$34.97 billion, vaulting past its rival as Latin America's top FDI destination. The Mexican record rests overwhelmingly on recycled profits: 88.5% was reinvested earnings and only 7.8% was new investment, the Economy Ministry confirmed. The post Brazil Overtakes…
Brazil and Mexico received significant amounts of foreign direct investment (FDI) in the first half of 2026. Brazil drew US$46.99 billion, while Mexico attracted US$34.97 billion. These figures represent a notable shift in the region's FDI landscape, with Brazil overtaking Mexico to become the leading destination.
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