Mexico retained its position as the United States' largest trading partner in May 2026, recording $87.23 billion in two-way commerce, according to an analysis of U.S. Census Bureau data by WorldCity. This represents a 17.06% increase compared to May 2025, driven by $33.05 billion in U.S. exports and $54.18 billion in imports from Mexico.
Canada ranked second with $66.1 billion in two-way trade, followed by China at $32.6 billion. Overall U.S. trade with the world totaled $520.06 billion in May, with Mexico accounting for 16.77% of all U.S. international commerce. Year to date through May, Mexico accumulated $404.57 billion in total trade, ahead of Canada, China, Taiwan, and Vietnam.
Port Laredo Dominates as Top Gateway
The port of entry in Laredo, Texas, remained the nation's busiest international trade gateway, handling $36.33 billion in imports and exports during May, a 19.36% increase from the same month last year. Port Laredo processed $12.09 billion in exports and $24.24 billion in imports. Mexico accounted for roughly 97% of its international trade, serving as the primary conduit for automotive products, electronics, machinery, and industrial goods.
Chicago O'Hare International Airport was the second-ranked U.S. gateway at $32 billion, followed by Port Houston at $24 billion. Among Mexico-related trade, Port Laredo led with $35.29 billion, followed by the Ysleta-Zaragoza International Bridge in El Paso at $12.09 billion, Otay Mesa in California at $4.99 billion, Eagle Pass at $4.15 billion, and the Pharr International Bridge at $3.83 billion.
Top Traded Commodities
The top U.S. exports to Mexico in May 2026 were gasoline and other fuels ($3.28B), computer parts ($2.30B), computers ($2.08B), motor vehicle parts ($1.85B), and low-value shipments ($851.4M). On the import side, the largest categories were computers ($13.52B), passenger vehicles ($3.57B), commercial vehicles ($3.50B), motor vehicle parts ($3.22B), and insulated wire and cable ($1.74B).
| Top U.S. Exports to Mexico | Value (May 2026) | Top U.S. Imports from Mexico | Value (May 2026) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Gasoline and other fuels | $3.28B | Computers | $13.52B |
| Computer parts | $2.30B | Passenger vehicles | $3.57B |
| Computers | $2.08B | Commercial vehicles | $3.50B |
| Motor vehicle parts | $1.85B | Motor vehicle parts | $3.22B |
| Low-value shipments | $851.4M | Insulated wire and cable | $1.74B |
Döhler Group Expands in Mexico
Germany-based Döhler Group opened a new production facility in the State of Mexico after investing more than $64 million, according to Mexico Industry. The facility is expected to support exports primarily to the U.S., Germany, Central America, the Caribbean, and Asia. Döhler, which operates in more than 160 countries, develops natural ingredients, ingredient systems, and integrated solutions for beverage, dairy, nutrition, and confectionery markets.
These developments underscore the deepening integration of U.S.-Mexico supply chains, with cross-border trade volumes continuing to grow through key gateways like Laredo. The sustained demand for Mexican-manufactured computers and vehicles, combined with new foreign investment in production capacity, suggests the North American trade corridor will remain a critical artery for global commerce.
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