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Doing Business in Mexico: A Practical Guide » (1st Edition)

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Authors: Robert E Stevens, David L Loudon, Gus Gordon, Thurmon Williams
ISBN-13: 9780789015952, ISBN-10: 0789015951
Format: Paperback
Publisher: Taylor & Francis, Inc.
Date Published: January 2002
Edition: 1st Edition

Author Biography: Robert E Stevens

Book Synopsis

Business consultants Gordon and Williams offer a primer on some of the basic issues of Americans setting up shop in Mexico. Topics include Mexican and U.S. tax issues, the Maquila industry, NAFTA, labor law, import and export requisites, and foreign currency risk. Annotation c. Book News, Inc., Portland, OR

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	Preface
Ch. 1	Introduction to Doing Business in Mexico	1
Ch. 2	Overview of the Maquila Industry and NAFTA	9
Ch. 3	Overview of Mexican Taxes, Labor Law, and Fiscal Requirements	23
Ch. 4	Beginning Operations in Mexico: Basic Considerations, Alternatives, and Requirements	45
Ch. 5	Import and Export Requisites: A Summary	67
Ch. 6	Foreign Currency Risk: A Primer	77
Ch. 7	Management and Cultural Issues	87
Ch. 8	Tax Implications for U.S. Citizens Working in Mexico	107
App. A	Selected Minimum Daily Wage Rates (Amounts in Pesos)	111
App. B	Spanish-English Glossary of Financial Terms	113
App. C	English-Spanish Glossary of Financial Terms	119
App. D	Examples of Mexican Financial Statements	125
	App. E: Useful Addresses	131
	Notes	139
	Index	143