69. inDrive in Mexico; Evolving Mexico ESG; Moody’s D/G; Royal Caribbean blow & the MX-EU Trade Deal

How do you compete with Uber in one of the world’s most competitive ride-hailing markets? Andries Smit of inDrive discusses with Damian the company’s expansion in Mexico, its strategy against Uber and Didi, and why mobility platforms are increasingly evolving into broader financial and logistics ecosystems.

Before that, Eduardo speaks with Marimar Torreblanca of Miranda ESG on how Mexican companies and investment funds are navigating ESG in an ideologically-charged global environment.

First, Eduardo and Damian dissect the major Mexico business stories this week:

Moody’s Mexico rating downgrade: markets barely reacted, but Mexico stands warned

Royal Caribbean’s Imperfect Day

GM’s moves some production from China to Mexico

What the new Mexico–EU trade agreement means

Quick Takes: Nu Mexico breaks even, Klar buys Yave, Vesta raises $240mn..and much more