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Mexico City retailers forecast 12.17 billion pesos in economic activity from Independence celebrations

From El Universal · () Spanish

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  • Canaco CDMX estimates that Mexico’s Independence celebrations will generate 12.17 billion pesos in economic activity in Mexico City.
  • The forecast represents 2.7% growth from the same period in 2025 and could benefit more than 148,000 local businesses.
  • Hotel occupancy in the city center is expected to exceed 85% on Sept. 15, driven by visitors attending the Independence ceremony and viewing the illuminated area.

Mexico City’s Independence celebrations are expected to generate 12.17 billion pesos in economic activity, according to the city’s chamber of commerce, services and tourism.

The estimate from Canaco CDMX represents a 2.7% increase from the same period in 2025. The organization said the festivities would stimulate local consumption and benefit more than 148,000 economic units operating in the capital.

Restaurants, bars, hotels, travel agencies and local transport services are among the businesses expected to see higher revenues. Supermarkets, public markets, stationery stores, shops selling flags and patriotic decorations, neighborhood grocery stores, and seasonal and costume retailers are also expected to benefit.

Canaco CDMX President Vicente Gutiérrez Camposeco forecast hotel occupancy above 85% in the city’s historic center on the night of Sept. 15. Visitors are expected to attend the Grito de Independencia and see the area’s lighting displays.

Gutiérrez Camposeco urged residents to shop at formal businesses to ensure product quality and support the local economy.

The celebrations will boost local consumption, benefiting more than 148,000 economic units operating in Mexico City.

· Vicente Gutiérrez CamposecoThe Canaco CDMX president described the expected local economic impact in a statement.
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