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news El Financiero 2026-05-21

Mexicans sacrifice purchases for soda due to health tax increase

A significant tax increase on sugary drinks in Mexico has led consumers to cut back on other essential items like toilet paper and diapers to afford sodas. This shift impacts small businesses, with revenue for 1.1 million shops decreasing by up to 20%.

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