8. Mexico’s VC Landscape: Booming or Bust?

This MexMoves podcast episode discusses the state of the venture capital (VC) industry in Mexico, featuring an interview with Federico Antoni of HI VC. The hosts and guest analyze the industry's challenges, including modest returns and high valuations during a previous boom period, and discuss the potential for future growth driven by AI. Antoni highlights the strength of Mexican VCs in identifying early-stage talent and emphasizes the global opportunities for Mexican startups in the AI sector. The episode concludes with a discussion of recently imposed tariffs on Mexican exports to the US and their potential economic impact. A key takeaway is Antoni's optimistic outlook on the Mexican VC industry's future, despite current challenges, driven by the abundance of talent and the level playing field created by AI technology.