In October 2026, prices for transportation, postal and storage activities in Mexico registered an increase of 3.59% on a monthly basis and 8.07% annually , according to the National Producer Price Index (INPP) of the National Institute of Statistics and Geography (Inegi) .

The performance of the tenth month of the year was above the inflation recorded in tertiary activities, which advanced 1.21% monthly and 5.24% annually .

According to the INPP, air cargo prices increased 2.05% month-on-month and 0.87% year-on-year during October 2026. The monthly increase reflects a rise in the cost of this service, although its year-on-year variation remains below the overall level for transportation, postal services, and warehousing. This segment is particularly relevant for high-value goods, time-sensitive products, and operations requiring rapid delivery.

Meanwhile, the airport usage fee saw a monthly increase of 0.29% and an annual increase of 2.49%. Although this increase was moderate compared to other components, it represents a cost associated with airport infrastructure that is part of the operation for companies that use these facilities to move goods.

The cost of air cargo loading and unloading services increased by 0.59% monthly and 5.95% annually. This indicator reflects the evolution of prices for cargo handling activities within terminals, a component that must be considered along with freight costs, particularly in operations requiring cargo reception, handling, and transfer services.

Rail freight transport, meanwhile, showed no monthly change, although it accumulated a year-on-year increase of 7.16 percent. Rail plays a significant role in the transport of raw materials, industrial products, fuels, and large-volume goods.

In maritime freight transport , prices increased 1.79% month-on-month and 4.74% year-on-year. This increase shows that maritime freight services also experienced upward pressure during October, in a segment crucial for Mexican foreign trade and the connection of international supply chains .

In the general freight trucking sector , prices increased by 0.30% monthly and 3.79% annually. This reflects the behavior of rates for this service, whose cost structure is linked to factors such as fuel, maintenance, tires, vehicle operation, and driver availability .

On the other hand, tolls for trucks and buses showed no monthly change in October, but experienced a year-on-year increase of 7.59 percent. For transportation companies, this component is part of the direct expenses associated with operating routes and logistics corridors.

Regarding customs brokerage and other freight forwarding services , prices increased by 2.14% month-on-month and 2.24% year-on-year. The monthly increase was one of the most pronounced among the services included in the indicator, reflecting a rise in the cost of management and brokerage activities associated with the movement of goods, especially in operations related to foreign trade .

The parcel and courier service increased by 0.59% compared to September 2016 and by 5.43% year-on-year. This performance reflects pressures in a segment related to merchandise distribution, e-commerce, and last-mile deliveries . The year-on-year increase shows that the costs of these services continue to rise.

Meanwhile, cargo storage showed an increase of 0.95% on a monthly basis and 3.17% on an annual basis.

October data shows that logistics inflation continues to exert differentiated pressures across the services that make up the supply chain. While some components, such as rail transport and tolls, registered no monthly changes, their year-on-year variations remained above 7 percent.

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Prices for transportation, postal and storage activities in Mexico registered a monthly increase of 0.81% and an annual increase of 5.86% , according to the National Producer Price Index (INPP), prepared by the National Institute of Statistics and Geography (Inegi) .

The result occurs in a context where the INPP increased 1.37% monthly and 4.05% annually in the ninth month of the year, while the prices of tertiary activities advanced 0.76% monthly and 4.52% annually.

According to the INPP, air cargo transport prices increased 1.02% monthly during September, although they showed an annual decrease of 1.50 percent.

This trend is occurring while air cargo continues to grow in Mexico. During the first half of 2026, 616,193.8 tons were transported, 4.7% more than in the same period of 2025, according to data from the Federal Civil Aviation Agency (AFAC) .

Air transport continues to be a segment geared towards higher value and time-sensitive goods, so a monthly increase in rates can be passed on more quickly to operations where speed has an important weight in the logistics decision.

Meanwhile, the airport usage fee decreased by 0.80% monthly during the reference period, although it showed an annual growth of 1.78%. It’s worth noting that Mexico City International Airport (AICM) increased its Airport Usage Fee (TUA), which took effect on April 1st and will remain in place until December 31st, 2026.

Air cargo handling services saw a monthly increase of 0.16% and an annual increase of 5.32%. This indicator reflects a different pressure than that of freight rates: while freight costs can respond to capacity, routes, and demand, handling activities are linked to the infrastructure and services necessary to move cargo within terminals .

In rail freight transport , the price did not register a monthly variation in September, but increased 7.16% at an annual rate.

This behavior comes as the railroad faces a debate over infrastructure costs. The federal government, through the 2027 Economic Package, proposed a 140% increase in tolls for using the railways, a measure that has generated concern among user companies due to its potential impact on products such as grains, raw materials, fuels, steel, and finished goods.

Maritime freight transport saw a 1.72% increase month-on-month and a 3.31% increase year-on-year in September. The combination of increased container traffic and fluctuations in maritime transport costs indicates that demand for port and logistics capacity continues to grow, although with varying pressures across the different services within the supply chain.

Port usage fees showed no monthly change last September; however, they grew 7.59% year-on-year.

The importance of this indicator goes beyond the tariff itself. In Mexico’s main ports, delays represent an operating cost for carriers, as they simultaneously immobilize tractor-trailers, drivers, and fuel. An analysis by T21 Business Intelligence estimated that delays in Manzanillo, Lázaro Cárdenas, Veracruz, and Altamira generate an associated cost of 1,166.3 million pesos per month for the trucking industry, considering the operational days of each port.

Regarding general freight trucking , this service saw a monthly price increase of 0.18% and a year-on-year increase of 3.56%. This result remains linked to the costs faced by trucking companies, particularly for fuel, maintenance, tires, and equipment availability.

The toll for trucks and buses had no monthly variation during September 2026, but its annual increase was 7.59 percent.

Customs brokerage firms and other freight forwarding services saw a 0.27% decrease in their monthly costs and a 0.08% annual increase. This data comes at a time of regulatory changes in customs matters. The Chamber of Deputies recently approved modifications to customs legislation, so these agencies are simultaneously facing pressure to update their regulations and technology.

The parcel and courier service saw a price increase of 0.18% month-on-month and 4.93% year-on-year. This trend is occurring in a segment linked to the growth of e-commerce and distribution chains that require more frequent deliveries.

Meanwhile, cargo storage costs increased by 0.32% monthly and 2.80% annually. This component is gaining importance in an environment where companies are reorganizing inventories and distribution networks . Warehousing is no longer just a space to store goods; it has become a component of demand response strategy, particularly with the growth of e-commerce and nearshoring (relocation of production lines).

September data shows that logistics inflation is not evenly distributed . While the sector as a whole accelerated to 5.86% annually, the largest increases are concentrated in infrastructure and some modes of transport and services, such as rail, tolls, and port usage fees, which were above 7% annually.

The takeaway for logistics companies is that cost pressures do not come from a single input, but are formed by elements such as infrastructure, energy, transportation, goods handling, and specialized services.

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Prices for transportation, postal and storage activities in Mexico decreased 0.23% in August 2026 compared to last July, but accumulated an annual increase of 4.90%, according to the National Producer Price Index (INPP) of the National Institute of Statistics and Geography (Inegi) .

This result contrasts with the performance recorded in July, when prices in the sector increased by 0.70% month-on-month and 4.19% year-on-year. Thus, although a monthly decrease was observed in the eighth month of the year, the annual variation accelerated by 0.71 percentage points.

The sector’s performance reflected an increase in the cost of tertiary activities in the Mexican economy, with a monthly increase of 0.02% and an annual increase of 4.24% during August.

In this regard, air cargo transport saw a monthly increase of 1.10% and a year-on-year decrease of 2.06%. The monthly increase could be attributed to seasonal factors and route reconfiguration following disruptions, while the year-on-year decrease reflects a more competitive market with greater available capacity, leading to price moderation compared to previous levels.

In August 2026, the  airport usage fee  increased by 0.19% compared to the previous July, while the year-on-year increase was 4.45%. The main causes of this increase include  operating and infrastructure costs,  as well as the peak holiday season.

The air cargo loading and unloading subsector   saw a 2.22% monthly increase in costs. On an annual basis, companies in the sector paid 5.14% more.

Rail freight  rates increased   by 6.30% month-on-month, while the annual rate rose by 7.55%. Compared to the previous month, this subsector showed one of the steepest increases, as rates had remained virtually stable in July due to sustained growth in industries such as automotive and manufacturing.

Maritime freight transport decreased  by 0.13% month-on-month and increased by 1.59% year-on-year, reflecting relatively contained inflation, although geopolitical risks such as the conflict in the Middle East remain.

This behavior can be partly explained by the conflict in the Strait of Hormuz, which has increased the cost of insurance premiums for exposed vessels by between 5% and 10%, which also impacts the price of goods transported, according to Marsh , a risk consultancy firm.

Meanwhile, the port usage fee increased its cost by 2.14% monthly and 7.83% annually.

General freight trucking prices  accelerated to 0.03% month-on-month in August and 3.66% year-on-year. This mode of transport has been pressured by the cost of petroleum-derived inputs such as diesel and tires.

Gasoline prices rose 4.96% month-on-month, while diesel prices fell 11.90%. Both products were among the generic items with the greatest impact on the overall performance of this subsector.

This is in addition to the increase in  toll costs for trucks and buses , with a 7.59% annual rise, although the monthly measurement showed no change. This subsector remained unchanged compared to July 2016.

Customs agencies  and other freight forwarding services decreased their service price by 0.09% monthly and increased it by 0.21% annually.

The parcel and courier service  saw a 0.22% decrease in August 2026 compared to July, while year-on-year it increased by 4.71%. Meanwhile,  cargo storage  costs fell by 0.08% month-on-month and experienced a 2.44% year-on-year increase.

These services are among the most requested during periods of high demand, as they register increases linked to larger inventories and the use of spaces derived from e-commerce and  nearshoring .

The National Producer Price Index measures the evolution of prices for a fixed basket of goods and services. This basket is representative of national production for domestic consumption and for export, according to INEGI.

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In July 2026, prices in the transportation, postal and storage sector in Mexico registered an increase of 0.70% compared to last June and also had an annual increase of 4.19% , due to the increase in the cost of inputs and fuels, mainly, during the period, the National Institute of Statistics and Geography (Inegi) announced .

The upturn in the cycle reflected the advance in inflation shown by the tertiary activities of the Mexican economy – which include services such as education, tourism and logistics – in the seventh month of the year, with a monthly growth of 0.34% and an annual growth of 4.14% , according to the National Producer Price Index (INPP).

According to the INPP, air cargo companies  lowered their prices, showing decreases of 1.50% month-on-month and 2.51% year-on-year. This decline stemmed from a market slowdown following the conclusion of the World Cup, due to reduced freight traffic and uncertainty surrounding international trade disputes.

In July 2026, the  airport usage fee increased by 1.62% compared to the previous June, while the year-on-year increase was 3.46%. The main reasons for this increase include operating and infrastructure costs , higher passenger traffic due to the World Cup, and the start of the holiday season.

The air cargo loading and unloading subsector   saw a 0.01% monthly increase in costs. On an annual basis, companies in the sector paid 3.08% more.

Rail freight rates remained unchanged in July 2026 compared to June. Year-on-year, however, they increased by 1.18 percent. This subsector remained virtually stable due to the sustained growth of industries such as automotive and manufacturing, which maintained demand for rail transport.

Maritime freight transport grew 0.07% month-on-month and increased 1.86% year-on-year, reflecting relatively contained inflation, although geopolitical risks, such as the conflict in the Middle East, remain. Meanwhile, port usage fees rose 0.64% month-on-month and 5.58% year-on-year.

Prices for  general freight trucking accelerated to 0.42% monthly in July 2026 and 3.84% year-on-year. This mode of transport has been pressured by the rise in the cost of petroleum-derived inputs, such as diesel, and tires. Added to this is the increase in toll costs for trucks and buses , with a 7.59% annual rise, although the monthly measurement showed no change.

Customs agencies  and other freight forwarding services increased the price of their service by 0.08% monthly and 0.33% annually.

Parcel and courier services  saw a 0.42% increase in July 2026 compared to June, while the annual rate rose by 4.50%. Meanwhile,  cargo storage costs increased by 1.25% month-on-month and had an annual increase of 2.57%.

The conflict in the Middle East, fleet maintenance, the review of the United States-Mexico-Canada Agreement (USMCA) , the increase in fuel prices, and other factors have influenced the increase in the costs of the country’s logistics services.

According to the Mexican Business Council for Foreign Trade, Investment and Technology (Comce) Northeast chapter , between 2015 and 2025, the costs of transporting and storing goods in Mexico increased by 72%, showing an upward adjustment in the price of these services.

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According to the National Producer Price Index (INPP), published by the National Institute of Statistics and Geography (Inegi) , the tertiary activities subsector —which includes transport, mail and storage— had a monthly increase of 0.14% and an annual increase of 3.98% in its prices during April 2026, which impacted an increase in the costs of the Mexican logistics sector of 3.56% at an annual rate , and a slight monthly decrease of 0.05 percent.

According to the INPP results, the various subsectors that make up the transport, mail and storage sector showed mixed results in the fourth month of the year, mostly reflecting increases driven mainly by a volatile international situation and internal pressures on fuels.

In that regard, the cost of  air cargo transport  in April 2026 showed a downward trend, decreasing by 0.55% compared to last March. It also decreased by 2.06% compared to April 2025.

Meanwhile, the  airport usage fee  showed a 2.04% increase month-over-month and a 1.83% decrease year-over-year. It’s worth noting that  Mexico City International Airport (AICM)  announced an increase in its Airport Usage Fee (TUA), which  took effect on April 1 and will remain in place until December 31, 2026 .

The air cargo loading and unloading subsector  saw a monthly decrease in costs, with companies in the sector paying 0.02% less for this service. On an annual basis, costs rose 3.08%.

Meanwhile, rail freight rates increased by 0.81% in April 2026 compared to the previous month. Year-on-year, they also saw an increase of 1.64%.

Maritime freight transport  rose 0.14% month-on-month but fell 0.76% year-on-year. This increase can be partly explained by the conflict in the Strait of Hormuz, which has driven up insurance premiums for exposed vessels by 5% to 10%, impacting the price of transported goods, according to Marsh , a risk consultancy firm.

Meanwhile, port usage fees  increased their cost by 0.34% monthly and 9.83% annually.

Regarding  general freight trucking , this service saw a 0.01% price decrease in April compared to March 2016, while the annual increase was 3.64%. This mode of transport has been pressured by the volatility in diesel prices and by the operating costs associated with vehicle maintenance and renewal. Tolls for trucks and buses  rose by 7.55% both monthly and annually.

Customs agencies and other freight forwarding services  increased their service prices by 0.37% monthly and decreased by 0.22% annually.

Parcel and courier services saw a 0.04% increase in April 2026 compared to March, while the year-on-year increase was 3.73%. Meanwhile, cargo storage costs decreased by 0.57% month-on-month and increased by 1.23% annually. These service increases are linked to higher demand for inventory and increased space utilization resulting from e-commerce and nearshoring .

Overall, the April INPP reflects that the cost structure in transportation and logistics in Mexico is still in the process of adjustment, with differentiated impacts by mode, but with the common denominator of pressure on operational efficiency in an environment of uncertainty.

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