The Treasury Department delivers the 2026 Economic Package; it requests an increase in these taxes.

On Monday, the Secretary of Finance and Public Credit (SHCP), Édgar Amador Zamora, delivered the 2026 Economic Package to the Chamber of Deputies and the Senate, where he highlighted the proposal to increase the IEPS tax on sugary drinks and tobacco .

The measure, he said, seeks to promote healthier habits while strengthening public finances to address the medical costs associated with the consumption of these products.

"We propose fiscal measures to support public health. Starting in 2026, the IEPS tax on sugary drinks and tobacco will be adjusted, with a dual objective: to encourage healthier habits and offset the budgetary impact associated with treating diseases linked to the consumption of these products," Amador Zamora told legislators.

The Treasury Secretary explained that in 2026 , 3% of the Gross Domestic Product (GDP) will be allocated to priority social programs of the federal government.

Among them, the Women's Welfare Pension stands out, which will have universal coverage for all women aged 60 to 64 and will be added to the pension for senior citizens and support for people with disabilities.

In total, the Economic Package forecasts revenues of 8.7 trillion pesos , with real growth of 5.7% compared to 2025, which would bring tax collection to a historic level of 15.1% of GDP .

Amador Zamora also delivered the document to Senate President Laura Itzel Castillo, who stated that she is beginning a "responsible and plural" legislative analysis process on next year's economic policy.

The senator emphasized that the commitment is to manage public resources fairly and efficiently, in line with the welfare policy promoted by President Claudia Sheinbaum Pardo .

On the other hand, the Secretary of Finance emphasized that Mexico has maintained healthy public finances and stable debt , despite the complex international context.

He explained that the 2026 deficit is projected to be 4.1% of GDP , slightly lower than the 2025 estimate, and a debt level of 52.3% of GDP , figures he considered "prudent" to ensure the continuity of social programs and strategic projects without compromising fiscal stability.