Mexico: Corporate/Commercial Law

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México propone crear un nuevo régimen de revisión de inversiones extranjeras por razones de seguridad nacional
Mexico's President Claudia Sheinbaum has signed an initiative to reform the Foreign Investment Law, introducing for the first time a formal foreign investment review regime based on national security considerations. The proposal would require prior authorization from the National Foreign Investment Commission for certain acquisitions exceeding 49% ownership in strategic sectors including critical infrastructure, dual-use technologies, fundamental supplies, and sensitive information.
Mexico Commercial
GT
Greenberg Traurig, LLP
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From Asia To Mexico: The Document Route For Your Expansion
When an Asian company seeks to expand into Mexico, the path is usually imagined as a linear and direct one: define a corporate structure, prepare the documents, and make sure that the lawyers in Mexico do their job. The problem is that, when the necessary documentation is not anticipated with precision, delays and obstacles to the expansion can arise. These do not usually stem from an underlying legal issue or from a decision of the authorities, but rather from the details of a simple document such as a power of attorney.
Mexico Commercial
VT
Vazquez Tercero & Zepeda
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Reminder: Annual Shareholders’/Partners’ Meeting And Approval Of Financial Statements
Commercial companies in Mexico face a critical annual obligation to hold their Shareholders' or Partners' Meeting within the first four months of each year. This legal requirement encompasses the review and approval of financial statements, board reports, and the allocation of results from the previous fiscal year. Understanding the procedural requirements and typical agenda items for these meetings is essential for maintaining corporate good standing and avoiding legal contingencies.
Mexico Commercial
EC Rubio
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México propone crear un nuevo régimen de revisión de inversiones extranjeras por razones de seguridad nacional
Mexico's President Claudia Sheinbaum has signed an initiative to reform the Foreign Investment Law, introducing for the first time a formal foreign investment review regime based on national security considerations. The proposal would require prior authorization from the National Foreign Investment Commission for certain acquisitions exceeding 49% ownership in strategic sectors including critical infrastructure, dual-use technologies, fundamental supplies, and sensitive information.
Mexico Commercial
GT
Greenberg Traurig, LLP
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Navigating Mergers In Mexico: A Guide For Foreign Investors
Mexico's M&A market is thriving, driven by nearshoring and foreign investment, yet many international buyers underestimate the complexities of acquiring Mexican companies. While the legal mechanics of mergers are straightforward, the real challenge lies in what the surviving entity inherits—from hidden tax exposures and labor reform compliance gaps to the unique risks embedded in family-owned businesses.
Mexico Commercial
GGI Global Alliance
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Compliance

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México propone crear un nuevo régimen de revisión de inversiones extranjeras por razones de seguridad nacional
Mexico's President Claudia Sheinbaum has signed an initiative to reform the Foreign Investment Law, introducing for the first time a formal foreign investment review regime based on national security considerations. The proposal would require prior authorization from the National Foreign Investment Commission for certain acquisitions exceeding 49% ownership in strategic sectors including critical infrastructure, dual-use technologies, fundamental supplies, and sensitive information.
Mexico Commercial
GT
Greenberg Traurig, LLP
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FinCEN Alert: BSA Compliance Implications Related To The Mexican Cartel’s Fiscal Fuel Scheme
FinCEN has issued a new alert detailing how Mexican cartels are exploiting U.S. financial institutions to smuggle fuel across the southern border, evade Mexican import taxes, and launder billions in illicit proceeds. The alert outlines red flags for financial institutions and announces new OFAC sanctions targeting key operatives in the fiscal fuel theft scheme.
Worldwide Government
BS
Ballard Spahr LLP
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Amendment To The General Rules Under Mexico’s Anti-Money Laundering Law (LFPIORPI): Key Regulatory Changes Under Acuerdo 115/2026
Mexico's comprehensive anti-money laundering framework has undergone a sweeping transformation through Acuerdo 115/2026, introducing mandatory risk-based methodologies, enhanced client due diligence protocols, and automated monitoring requirements. With implementation deadlines beginning March 1, 2027, obligated parties conducting vulnerable activities face compressed timelines to overhaul their compliance infrastructure while navigating heightened enforcement risks and stricter beneficial ownership thresho
Mexico Government
JD
Jones Day
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Corporate and Company Law

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A Strategic Investment Gateway For Senegalese Businesses
Senegal and Mexico share strong diplomatic ties, but the real opportunity lies in transforming this relationship into tangible business ventures. Mexico's open investment regime, access to 130 million consumers, and strategic position as a gateway to North American markets present compelling opportunities for Senegalese companies in agribusiness, manufacturing, telecommunications, and logistics to expand their operations across the Americas.
Mexico International
VT
Vazquez Tercero & Zepeda
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Corporate Governance

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When Growth Meets Regulation: The Moment A Fintech Needs To Become A Regulated Financial Institution
One of the biggest mistakes when building a fintech is assuming that financial regulation is only a concern for companies that aspire to become banks. The reality is quite different. Many of today's most successful fintech companies began operating entirely outside the regulatory perimeter. They built innovative technology, validated their business models, acquired customers, and generated revenue without holding a financial services license.
Mexico Technology
VT
Vazquez Tercero & Zepeda
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Reminder: Annual Shareholders’/Partners’ Meeting And Approval Of Financial Statements
Commercial companies in Mexico face a critical annual obligation to hold their Shareholders' or Partners' Meeting within the first four months of each year. This legal requirement encompasses the review and approval of financial statements, board reports, and the allocation of results from the previous fiscal year. Understanding the procedural requirements and typical agenda items for these meetings is essential for maintaining corporate good standing and avoiding legal contingencies.
Mexico Commercial
EC Rubio
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