Guadalajara, Jalisco, México – Jalisco has solidified its role as a premier economic engine in Mexico, reporting a massive 89.1% annual growth in exports during the third quarter of 2025. This surge far exceeds the national average of 9.2%, with international shipments totaling $13.84 billion. These figures establish Jalisco as the top non-border exporting state and the fifth-largest exporter in the country.
The state’s manufacturing sector acted as the primary catalyst for this expansion, with high-technology and electronics accounting for 72% of all exports. Specifically, the manufacturing of computer equipment, communications, and electronic components reached $10.03 billion – a 174% annual increase. Strategic Coordinator for Economic Development, Mauro Garza, noted that exports in this sector tripled compared to the previous year, highlighting Jalisco’s emergence as a global hub for advanced manufacturing.
While technology leads the way, the state’s economic strength is also supported by growth in the plastics and rubber industry, which rose 30%, and a 6% increase in the food industry. This diversification has helped create approximately 230,000 jobs within export-oriented industries. Governor Pablo Lemus attributed the success to a policy focused on legal certainty and attracting both domestic and foreign investment, noting that the state is currently outperforming national growth trends.
This local momentum aligns with a broader trend of Mexico’s deepening integration into the North American market. For several consecutive months, Mexico has remained the largest export market for the United States and its top source of imports. Between January and October 2025, Mexico and Canada together absorbed nearly 30% of all U.S. goods exports. This relationship is further bolstered by a robust agricultural partnership, where Mexico serves as a leading supplier of products like avocados and berries while remaining a top buyer of U.S. meat and grain.
On a global scale, Mexico’s high-tech manufacturing now outpaces major competitors. During the first half of 2025, Mexican high-tech exports to the U.S. reached $66.6 billion, surpassing both China and Taiwan. Industry experts point to “nearshoring” as the driving force behind this shift. By moving manufacturing closer to the U.S. border, companies can reduce delivery times by up to 20% and utilize the USMCA trade agreement to avoid high tariffs. These structural advantages, combined with Jalisco’s specialized talent pool, continue to position the region as a vital link in the global supply chain.
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