Economy

Mexico City has a diversified economy. Annual industrial production far surpasses that of any other Mexican city in variety, quantity, and value. About 45 per cent of the nation's industrial work force is in the Mexico City area. The city has petroleum refineries, foundries, cement plants, and factories for making chemicals, machinery, automobiles, home appliances, textiles, clothing, foods, and beverages. Many handicrafts are also produced in Mexico City, including jewelry, leather goods, ceramics, and hand-blown glass.

Mexico City is the chief center of Mexican wholesale and retail trade and is the leader in banking, insurance, publishing, and printing. It is also the country's center of radio and television broadcasting and motion picture production. Tourism is an important part of the economy. Virtually all of Mexico's main roads and railways lead to Mexico City. An international airport is located on the eastern edge of the city.