Mexico Gas Producers Face Royalties Up to 3x US Levels, Hurting Competitiveness

Mexican natural gas producers pay royalties up to three times higher than their US counterparts, undermining their ability to compete. The tax burden raises production costs and may deter investment in Mexico's gas sector, potentially increasing reliance on US imports. The report from El Financiero highlights a structural cost disadvantage, though the exact fiscal terms and their impact on output remain unspecified.