At a clothing factory in Buenos Aires, numerous workers observe with concern as imported garments increase their market share while sewing machines remain unused – a vivid illustration of the challenges confronting Argentina’s textile sector in light of President Javier Milei’s trade liberalization initiatives. At Confecciones Seman SA, a manufacturer of suits and shirts, over … Read more
President Javier Milei is poised to embark on a rigorous international tour this week, commencing with a visit to the United States, which has already necessitated several last-minute adjustments to his schedule. The leader of La Libertad Avanza adjusted his agenda following an invitation from US President Donald Trump to participate in the inaugural meeting … Read more
Argentina’s meat production chain expressed satisfaction upon learning that the recently signed Reciprocal Trade and Investment Agreement with the United States has established a tariff-free export quota of 100,000 tonnes. This figure contrasts with earlier indications from President Javier Milei, which had suggested a limit of only 80,000 tonnes. The Foreign Ministry in Buenos Aires … Read more
President Javier Milei’s administration achieved a significant legislative triumph in the Senate this week with the passage of his labour reform, a consistently contentious topic in the nation of Juan Domingo Perón. While the details surrounding the passage of the bill were quite intriguing, ultimately highlighted by the newly minted senator, former security minister Patricia … Read more
Argentina is listed as one of the most corrupt countries in the world, with a worsening scenario over the last five years, according to the 2025 Corruption Perceptions Index released by NGO Transparency International on Tuesday. In 2025, Argentina achieved a score of 36 out of 100 points, which is one point lower than the … Read more
The Argentine Senate approved President Javier Milei’s hallmark labor reform legislation, marking a significant advancement for the libertarian’s bold agenda that may facilitate his administration’s re-entry into international markets. The Senate, in a decisive 42-30 vote, has approved the comprehensive bill, which will now proceed to the lower house for further deliberation. Milei’s administration executed … Read more
A recent report indicates that Argentina is projected to experience a decline of 1.2 million primary school pupils by 2030 compared to 2023, underscoring the nation’s demographic deceleration. The report, entitled ‘Present and future in the number of students per teacher and grade,’ was developed by María Sol Alzú and Martín Nistal from Argentinos por … Read more
Argentina’s government has officially enacted the Fiscal Innocence Law, aiming to promote the formalization of undeclared savings, including the notorious “mattress dollars,” while also redefining the dynamics between the state and taxpayers. The measure, representing one of the most ambitious tax reforms of President Javier Milei’s administration, was formalized by Decree 93/2026, which appeared in … Read more
In January, Argentina’s inflation rate increased to 2.9%, as reported by the government’s statistics agency, INDEC. This release came one week following the resignation of the bureau’s head, which was prompted by a disagreement regarding the measurement methodology. Prices rose by 32.4% on an annual basis, with the food and non-alcoholic beverages sector experiencing the … Read more
State spending decreased by 5.1 percentage points of GDP from 2023 to 2025, reaching approximately 14.5 percent of GDP – the lowest level observed in the last ten years. A recent report indicates that the adjustment primarily focused on public works, economic subsidies, and discretionary transfers to provinces and universities. In 2025, social benefits—comprising retirements, … Read more