The AI Boom Is Quietly Triggering a New Commodity Supercycle

For years, discussions around artificial intelligence have been almost entirely about software, algorithms, various models, and the companies building them. But beneath the surface of this digital revolution, there are far more tangible consequences. The first of them was the skyrocketing price of RAM, caused by huge demand created by powerful AI chips. The next … Read more

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Milei Advances Belgrano Cargas Privatization Bid

President Javier Milei’s administration is initiating a tender for the Belgrano Cargas freight line, which is among the state enterprises slated for privatisation under the ‘Ley de Bases’ comprehensive reform of 2024. The forthcoming tender follows the La Libertad Avanza administration’s presentation of the key components and timelines of its strategy to business representatives and … Read more

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Argentine Women Leading Startup Revolution

During an event held in Buenos Aires, two accelerators focused on promoting greater female representation in traditionally male-dominated sectors showcased three young female founders. These entrepreneurs introduced their startups, each designed to innovate within the realms of mental health treatments, agriculture, and medical data. The presentation was orchestrated by Emprendedoras LAC and WeInvest, two initiatives … Read more

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Essential Elements and a Chance for Change

Argentina and the United States possess a unique chance to establish a foundation that transcends a fleeting political partnership or a limited trade connection. By collaborating, they can establish a strategic alliance focused on essential minerals that enables Argentina to enhance its value chain, bolsters US supply security, and mitigates the concentration risks currently characterizing … Read more

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Argentine US$150-million bond sale pricing risk after Milei’s tenure

Argentina sold US$150 million of a dollar-denominated bond on Friday to measure investor interest in financing the government beyond President Javier Milei’s first term. According to the Economy Ministry, the October 2028 local-law bond yielded 8.9%. The bond has a maximum approved size of US$2 billion but will be issued weekly in tranches of up … Read more

Milei Celebrates Court Victory, Attacks Opposition in YPF Broadcast

President Javier Milei utilized a nationally televised broadcast on Friday night to celebrate a favorable court ruling for Argentina concerning the 2012 nationalization of the state energy firm YPF, while simultaneously characterizing the leaders of the opposition Peronist movement as irresponsible and reckless. In an unexpected ‘Cadena Nacional’ address aired nationwide, Milei vehemently condemned former … Read more

Argentina’s US$16bn YPF seizure ruling overturned by US court

A US appeals court on Friday reversed a decision that mandated Argentina to compensate US$16.1 billion for the 2012 expropriation of oil company YPF. The 2nd US Circuit Court of Appeals in New York issued a ruling, determining that the lower court had erred in siding with former shareholders who alleged they suffered harm due … Read more

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Bounced Checks Hit Pandemic Highs

A report indicates that the number of checks rejected due to insufficient funds in the first two months of 2026 has reached levels comparable to those observed during the Covid-19 pandemic. The analysis indicates that in December, the volume of rejected checks peaked at 97,612, marking a historical high. In January, the figure stood at … Read more

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Argentina’s economy surges 1.9% in January

Argentina’s economic activity experienced a growth of 1.9% year-on-year in January and a 0.4% increase relative to December 2025, as reported. The agriculture, livestock, hunting, and forestry sector exhibited a remarkable 25.1% growth, contributing significantly to the year-over-year change in the index. This was closely followed by the mining and quarrying sector, which experienced a … Read more

Digital Finance in 2026: How Argentinians Are Adapting to New Ways of Saving and Spending Online

Argentina is currently experiencing a digital finance revolution that is reshaping how consumers save, spend, and manage their financial lives. For many Argentinians, longstanding economic challenges such as high inflation, currency devaluation, and frequent market fluctuations have accelerated the adoption of digital payment solutions, innovative fintech platforms, and even unconventional financial tools like cryptocurrency and … Read more