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Household spending stalls in July: flat from June and up 1.1% year over year, INEGI says

Spending on domestic goods fell 0.2% on the month, while spending on imported products rose 1.4%.

By Miguel Díaz Miró · Responsible editor ·
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Household spending in Mexico held steady in July 2026. The Monthly Indicator of Private Consumption in the Domestic Market showed no change from June in real terms and rose 1.1% compared with July 2025, in seasonally adjusted figures, the National Institute of Statistics and Geography (INEGI) reported on Monday, October 5.

The indicator measures how much families spend on consumer goods and services — food, clothing, appliances, transportation, restaurants and more — whether made in Mexico or imported.

Domestic slows, imports advance

According to INEGI, on a monthly basis:

  • Domestic goods and services: -0.1%. Within that, purchases of goods fell 0.2% and spending on services rose 0.2%.
  • Imported goods: +1.4%.

Year over year, spending on domestic goods rose 1.4%, services 0.6% and imported goods 1.6%. By type of domestic product, durable goods (such as furniture or appliances) grew 4% annually, while semi-durables (such as clothing and footwear) fell 0.5%.

The July data is the final figure, replacing the early estimate INEGI had previously released for that month.

Why it matters in Cancun

Private consumption is the main engine of Mexico's economy. One flat month is not a recession, but it does show families are being careful with their money. In Cancun, where many jobs are in retail, restaurants and services, the pace of household spending — by residents and by domestic tourists — affects those businesses' sales and hiring.

The figure adds to other recent signals: INEGI reported on October 6 that consumer confidence fell in September, and September inflation will be released on October 8.

What you can do

  • Make a simple monthly budget: list fixed income and essential expenses (rent, electricity, water, transportation, groceries) before taking on new payments.
  • Compare before you buy: Profeco publishes grocery and product prices by store in its Quién es Quién en los Precios tool.
  • Watch your credit cards: paying only the minimum makes debt grow. Condusef's website lets you compare credit card rates and fees.
  • If you run a shop, check which products are selling best and adjust your supplier orders.

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