LATINtalk (April 2022): Mexico's electromobility status | Brazil auto production up 11.4% in March | Mexico lithium investor interest | LatAm consumer data battle

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APRIL 2022 edition

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Investors interest in Mexican lithium

Mexico’s automotive assembly plants will have more work stoppages: AMIA

THOUGHT LEADERSHIP

Mexico’s Customs Challenges: What Suppliers Must Know About The IMMEX Program

This Interview features America Pineda, Global Trade Compliance Manager at Intermex Industrial Parks. She has 18 years of experience in customs compliance, and was director of the Foreign Trade Committee of the National Council of the ...

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Update & Outlook 2022: The India Auto Parts Manufacturing Industry

The latest Audio Interview features Vinnie Mehta, Director General of ACMA, the Automotive Component Manufacturers Association of India. Its membership of over 850 manufacturers contributes more than 85% of the auto component industry’s turnover in the organized sector ...

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ACCESS OVER 250 AUDIO INTERVIEWS - PODCASTS

Listen to over 250 Audio Interviews with Experts on global automotive related topics such as HR, supply chain, legal, finance, M&A, markets and more:

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SUPPLY CHAIN, LOGISTICS AND TRADE

Mexican Factories Gain in Supply-Chain Revamps

Brazil's logistics sector braced for higher costs amid soaring fuel prices

Watch: Latin American Logistics Goes Digital

Mexico increasingly attractive for US shippers, manufacturers

Potential in Mexico’s chemicals sector

Winners and Losers in Latin America’s Commodities Market

Uruguayan exports grow 28% in March of 2022

New Felipe Angeles Airport Is Inaugurated in Mexico City

RECORDED WEBINARS

MOVING YOUR MANUFACTURING FROM CHINA TO MEXICO

Want to know more about what moving your manufacturing from China to Mexico really involves? If you do, watch this webinar that will focus on exactly that ...

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SOURCING TO MEXICO

Reduce costs and shorten supply chains in North America. Perfect for both Aftermarket and OE suppliers! Learn the 5-step process for sourcing to Mexico, along with lessons learned from recent Mexico sourcing projects ...

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FINANCE, TAX, LEGAL AND M&A

What is an Automotive Fiscal Deposit in Mexico?

Brazil: Presidential Decree reduces tax rates on foreign exchange transactions

The Battle for Latin America’s Consumer Data Intensifies

Latin America: The anti-bribery and anti-corruption review

Brazil: News and deadlines for submitting Declaration of Foreign Assets and Individual Income Tax Return 2022

Mexico: Beneficial owner records - New obligation for all legal entities and vehicles

Argentina: New requirements for legal domicile of simplified stock corporations - General Resolution No. 4/2022 of the Public Registry in the City of Buenos Aires

Mexico: New Wastewater Discharge Standard unveiled

GLOBAL M&A & FUNDING OPPORTUNITIES

FOR SALE:

AUSTRALIA: Automotive Aftermarket Accessories Business
TURKEY: Auto Parts Manufacturing Supplier
TURKEY: Metal-Alloyed Spare Parts Production Company
ARGENTINA: Plastics Manufacturing Supplier
USA: Automotive and Aftermarket Manufacturer - SOLD
VIETNAM: Plastics Manufacturing Supplier
ASIA: Automotive and Components Supplier
ASIA: Industrial Equipment, Chemical, Agricultural Equipment Distributor
VIETNAM: Largest Truck Logistics Company
INDIA: Automotive Supplier - SOLD
USA: Automated Production Material Handling Systems Manufacturer
INDIA: Machining Supplier

LOOKING TO BUY:

U.S. EV Motor or EV Motor Controller Supplier
Multinational Automotive OEM Spare Parts Manufacturers (Looking to Buy or Invest)
Machining or Ductile Iron Casting Company
Energy Storage, Automotive & Mobility Manufacturers
OEM Parts Manufacturer
Suspension & Steering System Manufacturer
Aluminum Auto Components & Assemblies Supplier

FINANCING | FUNDING SOURCES:

SPACs – Special Purpose Acquisition Company
Auto Suppliers | Companies Seeking to Invest
Founders & Start-ups Seeking Investment

To learn more about the above opportunities, contact Ron Hesse (RHesse@GlobalAutoIndustry.com), or visit our International M&A and Funding Sources page here.

MANUFACTURING, ECONOMY & TECHNOLOGY

US labor shortage feeds Tijuana's nascent tech industry

How To Profit From Mexican Manufacturing's Golden Age, My Favorite Is OMAB

Brazil’s industry innovation agency invests US$170mn in digital transformation

Mexico facing the worst inflation in 22 years

Latin America: Expanding in LATAM? Key questions (and answers) for employers growing their footprint

Brazil's inflation for March 2022 disclosed: highest in 28 years

Brazilian Labor Ministry announces employment on the rise in February

LIVE WEBINAR - APRIL 27

NEGOTIATING AND COSTING IN THE MARKET'S NEW REALITY

The pandemic, geo-political issues, and other supply chain challenges have created supply chain chaos. The resulting shortages and inflation are challenges we have not experienced since the 1970’s and have drastically changed the way we should do business ...

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HR & TALENT MANAGEMENT

Future of Work Landscape in Latin America

Argentina: Wage bargaining cushions margin to fight inflation

Brazil: Law 14,311/2022 allows pregnant employees to return to on-site work

Quick Guide to Workplace Investigations in LATAM: From a Labor and Compliance perspective

Brazil eases COVID-related restrictions on international travelers

Argentina: Regulation on the provision of maternity and daycare rooms by employers

Mexico City and the pitfalls of becoming a remote work destination

Brazil Authorizes Remote Work Visas

INTERNATIONAL HEALTH & TRAVEL INSURANCE, AND SECURITY

FOR BUSINESS TRAVELERS, EXPATS AND THEIR FAMILIES

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EVENTS

LIVE WEBINAR SERIES (April 7 and May 12): By Baker McKenzie

"Asia Pacific Customs Conference"

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CONFERENCE & EXHIBITION (July 13 & 14, 2022): By MexicoNow

"Mexico's Auto Industry Summit" in Leon, Mexico

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RECORDED WEBINAR (held Feb. 22): By AmCham

"State of China Auto Market Briefing"

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RECORDED WEBINAR (August 31, 2021): By INDEX

"Lessons Learned: CEO Insights for Manufacturing in Mexico"

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RECORDED WEBINAR (December 10, 2020): By MexicoNow

"Mexico’s Heavy Vehicles Industry Outlook 2020 - 2025"

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RECORDED WEBINAR (February 8, 2022): By Harris Bricken

"Moving Your Manufacturing from China to Mexico"

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RECORDED WEBINAR (February 16, 2022): By APD

"Sourcing to Mexico"

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