Argentina has relaxed its currency trading restrictions and announced plans to rebuild foreign reserves, capitalizing on the increasing investor confidence in President Javier Milei’s administration to stabilize its precarious financial situation. Starting in 2026, the trading bands for the peso will adjust in accordance with the monthly inflation rate, rather than the existing one percent … Read more
The Central Bank announced on Monday that Argentina will modify its currency exchange bands in alignment with the inflation rate beginning in 2026. The monetary authority is set to initiate the accumulation of international reserves, a move it had previously hesitated to undertake due to concerns about potential inflationary pressures. “We entered a phase in … Read more
The union representing air traffic controllers has declared a series of strikes that will impact both domestic and international flights in the forthcoming weeks, following unsuccessful negotiations with the Argentine Air Navigation Company. The measures, encompassing restrictions on takeoffs and flight plans, will align with the peak air traffic period of the year. The Association … Read more
Women who have ascended to prominence in the male-dominated wine sommelier profession assert that their field is gradually becoming less sexist and more inclusive, despite the ongoing trend of men securing the majority of accolades. Now an established figure as resident wine advisor at Chambers restaurant in New York, Pascaline Lepeltier remarked to AFP that … Read more
Two prominent banks in Argentina are aiming to expand credit availability for farmers as President Javier Milei dismantles economic obstacles, notably by reducing export tariffs for agricultural producers. The local subsidiary of Spanish banking powerhouse Banco Santander and Argentina’s largest private financial institution, Grupo Financiero Galicia, are broadening their collaboration – known as Nera – … Read more
A mining project focused on copper, gold, and silver in the Argentine province of San Juan has submitted a request to participate in the Incentive Regime for Large Investments, which offers tax breaks, currency-exchange advantages, and various incentives. The Vicuña Argentina project signifies a projected investment ranging from US$15 billion to US$17 billion over the … Read more
The United Kingdom has refuted a statement made by President Javier Milei, which asserted that Argentina is engaged in discussions with London regarding the potential lifting of a weapons ban that has been enforced since the Malvinas War more than four decades ago. In an interview Milei indicated that the government has initiated discussions with … Read more
The Argentine government has introduced a labor reform bill designed to relax employment regulations and reduce litigation against employers, with the intention of facilitating the hiring process for companies. Peronism, along with left-wing parties and unions, has criticized the proposal as a direct assault on workers’ rights, subsequently organizing a protest march in reaction. The … Read more
Mendoza conveyed a clear message to both foreign and domestic investors monitoring the Argentine mining sector on Tuesday afternoon by instituting legal protections for the San Jorge Copper Project (formally known as PSJ Cobre Mendocino). The provincial Senate sanctioned the project, recording 29 votes in favor, 6 opposed, and 1 abstention. The ruling creates a … Read more
After nearly eight years absent from foreign-currency financing markets, Argentina’s Treasury disclosed the outcome of its auction: it successfully issued US$1 billion of a new four-year bond, featuring a 6.5% coupon, in accordance with Argentine law. Over 2,500 investors submitted bids exceeding US$1.4 billion. The yield at the cut-off price was established at an annual … Read more