October arrives with four structural shifts that are reconfiguring B2B trade credit risk in Mexico: the Fed raised its benchmark rate 25 basis points on September 16 to the 3.75–4.00% range, Banxico held at 6.50% on September 24 with a conditional tone, headline inflation accelerated to 3.83% in the first half of September, and the peso has depreciated notably to the 17.65–17.75 MXN/USD range. Adding to this monetary backdrop is
All Expedited Freight Solutions: What to Do When a Customer in Mexico Refuses to Pay All Expedited Freight Solutions, a logistics and freight company based in California, had an account receivable with a Mexican company in Guanajuato that refused to give a straight answer about payment. Vague responses, shifting explanations, and no firm commitment to pay are among the most frustrating situations a creditor can face — worse, in some
Mexico enters September 2026 with three genuinely positive macroeconomic signals: the peso appreciated to two-year lows versus the dollar, inflation continues its descent, and consumer confidence hit its best level in 10 months. However, the underlying picture that matters for B2B credit management remains unchanged: manufacturing continues contracting annually, registered employers fell again, and Banxico holds rates at 6.50% with upside risks in services inflation. Macroeconomic improvement is not being
Alpha Source: How ATIVO Achieved Full Debt Recovery in Mexico from an Overdue Apparel Account Alpha Source, a clothing company based in Downey, California, had an outstanding account receivable with a Mexican clothing brand it supplied. Overdue invoices are a familiar risk in the apparel supply chain, where seasonal buying cycles and fluctuating retail cash flow can turn a routine trade credit relationship into a stalled account. Through ATIVO’s B2B
Mexico enters August 2026 with the strongest quarterly economic rebound in over five years and inflation finally within Banxico’s target range. Yet these headline positives should not obscure structural weaknesses: manufacturing and construction remain fragile, consumer confidence stays below historical averages, and the market is evenly split on whether Banxico will hold, hike, or cut on August 7. For companies extending B2B trade credit in Mexico, this is an environment
When a Mexican customer stops paying, most international suppliers assume court is the only path forward. GALLINA USA, LLC — a multinational extruder of polycarbonate sheets, panels, and architectural systems — learned that extrajudicial collection in Mexico can resolve a stalled B2B account without ever filing a lawsuit. This is the story of how ATIVO helped GALLINA USA recover half of an account receivable that had been outstanding since 2024,
Mexico enters July 2026 with an economy showing tentative signs of recovery, but facing mounting pressure on multiple fronts. The USMCA review scheduled for July 1 introduces direct uncertainty over trade flows and manufacturing supply chains, while domestic indicators remain mixed and financing conditions stay restrictive. For companies extending B2B trade credit, this environment calls for heightened counterpart scrutiny and proactive receivables management. Executive Summary of Mexico’s Economic Activity On
Mexico enters June 2026 with confirmed economic contraction, inflation still above target, and consumer confidence in a 15-month downtrend. In this environment, extending trade credit between businesses demands greater due diligence, proactive monitoring, and sharper collection strategies. Executive Summary of Mexico’s Economic Activity INEGI confirmed that Mexico’s GDP contracted 0.6% on a quarterly basis in Q1 2026 — the weakest performance in five quarters — with simultaneous declines across primary,
📋 A credit report Mexico on a prospective business counterparty is the most direct answer to the question every credit manager asks before extending terms to a Mexican company: what does verified, independent intelligence say about this company’s ability and willingness to pay? That answer is not available from the buyer’s own proposal — it requires a structured Mexican company credit check from an external specialist. Need a credit report
🌎 Debt collection in Mexico operates within a commercial culture that consistently surprises foreign companies — not because Mexican businesses are inherently unreliable, but because the norms governing B2B credit relationships are structurally different from those in the US, Europe, and most Asian markets. Understanding these norms is the prerequisite for protecting your receivables. Is a Mexican company not paying? Understanding why is the first step — getting expert help