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Latin America owns over half of IMF loans

Throughout history, the relationship between the International Monetary Fund and Latin America and the Caribbean has been turbulent, marked by numerous economic crises and debt defaults. A turning point in this relationship occurred in the early 2000s, when numerous countries from the region annulled their debt with the lender. The conclusion of the pandemic, however, … Read more

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Argentine Auto Industry Faces Challenges as Chinese EVs Rise

Recent data from Argentina’s automotive industry presents a nuanced scenario. While the sector as a whole has not managed to return to last year’s levels, electric vehicles from Chinese manufacturers continue to capture an increasing share of the market. Data indicates that 39,381 vehicles were produced in August. While this figure represents a 26% increase … Read more

What No One Tells You About Robux Subscriptions vs Direct Purchases

A Robux budget becomes clearer when recurring convenience is separated from a fixed spending limit. That distinction shapes a family’s monthly entertainment plan when interest in avatar items or in-game purchases changes. One-time spending sets the amount before checkout, while a subscription brings a charge back each month. For new US subscribers, Roblox Premium is … Read more

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Argentina’s Tourism Deficit Narrows as Foreign Arrivals Rise

After a 2025 characterised by unprecedented levels of Argentines travelling abroad – and a corresponding record outflow of foreign currency – the latest data indicate a reversal in this trend: a decline in the number of Argentines vacationing overseas, coupled with an increase in the arrival of foreign tourists to the country. In July, the … Read more

The Smarter Way to Learn Practical Money Habits From Games

Games put resource decisions in plain view. A limited pool of currency or materials forces a choice between a reward now and a later objective. The common misconception is that this automatically builds strong money habits. It does not, but it can provide low-stakes practice in planning, patience, and self-control. That practice begins with a … Read more

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Falling tax income and industry protests highlight economic activity

The absence of a prolonged economic recovery, which constitutes the primary challenge facing President Javier Milei’s economic strategy, has once more come to the forefront. Total tax revenue data for August was reported on Tuesday at AR$20.51 trillion. Despite a 33.5% year-over-year increase relative to August 2025, consulting firm ACM determined that, when accounting for … Read more

Fed Rate-Hike Risks Put Argentina Under Pressure

As Javier Milei’s administration endeavours to maintain its fiscal surplus and bolster Central Bank reserves to enhance its position in international debt markets, a new challenge has arisen from abroad in recent days: the United States itself. The speech delivered by Federal Reserve Chair Kevin Warsh on Friday at the Jackson Hole conference caused markets … Read more

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Mileinomics Embraces Keynesian Tactics to Boost the Economy

Javier Milei’s administration has unveiled a set of initiatives in recent days designed to stimulate domestic demand and, in turn, an economy that struggles to gain momentum. The libertarian administration has expanded dollar bank lending to encompass a wider range of companies, not limited to exporters. Concurrently, reports from the Labour Secretariat indicate that it … Read more

Asian Refiners Turn to Argentine Oil as Middle East Supply Disrupted

Asian refiners have escalated their acquisitions of Argentine crude due to the disruptions in supply from the Middle East caused by the Iran war, which has intensified competition for barrels from alternative regions. In recent weeks, processors in Japan, South Korea, and China have acquired Argentina’s Medanito oil, with at least one cargo reportedly loaded … Read more

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Study reveals Argentina most affected by AI in Latin America

Concerns regarding the potential effects of generative artificial intelligence on the labour market are prevalent across numerous nations. Argentina is not an outlier. Indeed, there are justifiable reasons for this apprehension. It is the Latin American nation with the highest degree of occupational exposure to GenAI, according to a recent study conducted by the Economic … Read more

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