Mexican exports hit record $81B in July, up nearly 44% on AI-driven manufacturing boom

**Mexico’s July Exports Reach Record $81 Billion, Driven by Growth in AI‑Powered Manufacturing**

*Mexico City, August 2026* – According to data reported by Mexico News Daily, the country’s total exports for July 2026 hit a new high of **$81 billion**, representing an increase of **approximately 44 %** compared with the same month a year earlier. The surge is attributed primarily to a rapid expansion in technology manufacturing that incorporates artificial‑intelligence (AI) applications.

The report notes that while export volumes rose sharply, **imports also increased**, resulting in a trade deficit for the month. No specific figures for imports or the deficit were disclosed.

The growth in AI‑driven manufacturing is seen as a key factor behind the export performance, reflecting broader efforts to modernize Mexico’s industrial sector and integrate advanced technologies into production processes.

*Source: Mexico News Daily, “Mexican exports hit record $81B in July, up nearly 44% on AI-driven manufacturing boom.”*

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