Mexico’s mergers and acquisitions (M&A) market experienced a significant shift in January 2025, with a 254% increase in deal value despite a 55% decrease in transaction volume, according to the latest report from TTR Data. The market recorded nine transactions totaling USD 560 million, compared to the same period in 2024.

The real estate sector emerged as the most active, with two transactions leading the way. In the cross-border arena, Mexican companies focused their investments in Chile, completing a transaction valued at USD 1 million.

Spain and the United States were the primary foreign investors in Mexico, with Spanish companies completing three acquisitions and U.S. firms finalizing two deals.

Venture capital activity in Mexico saw a sharp decline, with only two transactions valued at USD 3 million, representing a 66% decrease in volume and a 91% drop in mobilized capital compared to January 2024. Asset acquisitions also fell by 50%, with just two recorded transactions.

TTR Data highlighted the acquisition of Cemex Dominicana by Cementos Progreso as the deal of the month. The USD 950 million transaction involved Cementos Progreso Holdings, Grupo Popular, and other strategic partners acquiring Cemex Dominicana from Sunbulk Shipping, a Cemex subsidiary.

Source: The Latinamerican Lawyer