The commercial relationship between USA and Mexico It was a recurring theme of discussion, especially with regard to tariffs imposed on various products. Although the Mexican government confirmed that the former president’s tariff Donald Trump They are in pause until next month, uncertainty is still present. Possible rates could affect a wide range of products, generating concerns both in American consumers as in Mexican export companies.
In a context in which the economies of both countries are closely interconnected, any alteration in trade agreements has immediate repercussions. The fear of the negative effects of these tariffs grew, since if it were implemented, the prices of key products for the US market could increase, which, which It would also affect inflation in Mexico.
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Possible increase in prices
Donald Trump had proposed a 25% tariff on products from Mexico that will enter the United States. This measure, if specified, would have generated an increase in prices of various goods, both daily consumption and industrial and luxury products. In this context, one of the most vulnerable sectors would be that of American consumers, who would see an increase in imported products costs.
According to media reports such as Millenniumproducts that could be affected by this rate include items that are part of both the usual consumption and of key industrial sectors. Among the products mentioned are cars, a sector with a strong presence of manufacturing in Mexicoas well as gasoline, which is one of the main Mexican exports to the north of the continent.
Impact on basic products
Other products that could be affected by tariffs are those considered basic in the diet of many families, such as avocado. Mexico is the main producer and exporter of this fruit, and an increase in prices could affect both the US market and the Mexican distribution chain. In addition, products such as fresh fruits and vegetables, which also have a high demand in USAthey could suffer increases in their price due to these rates.
Tequila and mezcal, two alcoholic beverages that enjoy great popularity in the USAThey could also see their rising prices. Both products have in Mexico Its main production origin, and an increase in export costs could lead to an increase in prices for US consumers.
Technological and appliances products
The impact of tariffs would not be limited to food and drinks. Technological products, such as computers and screens, would also be on the list of the most affected. Mexico is a key center for the manufacture of electronic devices, and an increase in tariffs would affect both companies that export these products and consumers who acquire them in the US market.
Similarly, appliances, including refrigerators, could face an increase in their prices. These types of products, which are also manufactured in Mexico, could experience increases that would affect American consumers directly.
The list of products that would increase
- Refrigerators.com Putators.
- A wide variety of fruits and vegetables.
For now, both Mexican authorities and companies and consumers expect a resolution that avoids the increase in tariffs, but the situation remains uncertain.
