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EU Moves Forward with Mercosur Trade Deal in Provisional Step

The European Union is set to provisionally implement its trade agreement with the Mercosur bloc of South American nations, despite apprehensions expressed by certain legislators who have referred the agreement to the union’s highest judicial authority for evaluation. Ursula von der Leyen, president of the European Commission, defended the decision, “gives Europe a strategic first … Read more

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Senate Approves Mercosur-EU Agreement

On Thursday, the Argentine Senate granted final approval to the trade agreement between Mercosur and the European Union. The final tally indicated substantial backing, with 69 votes cast in favor, 3 opposed, and 3 abstentions recorded. Argentina has now become the second nation to ratify the agreement, following Uruguay’s approval of the identical initiative just … Read more

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Argentine Stocks Lag as Milei Struggles with Earnings Growth

Argentine stocks are lagging behind the broader rally in Latin American equities this year, as the previous market enthusiasm surrounding President Javier Milei’s electoral successes diminishes amid worries regarding disappointing corporate earnings. Following the surge in shares after Milei’s midterm election victory in October, the benchmark Merval index stabilized and subsequently experienced an eight percent … Read more

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Milei Brings Governors to Wall Street for Investment Boost

President Javier Milei is set to make an appearance in New York City from March 9 to 11, where he will be the featured guest at “Argentina Week.” This prominent investment roadshow is designed to strengthen Wall Street’s backing for his economic agenda and draw in new capital. Milei, 55, has extended an invitation to … Read more

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Argentina’s economy surged 4.4% in 2025

According to a report, Argentina’s economy experienced a growth of 4.4% in 2025. The rise was primarily propelled by two sectors: agriculture and financial intermediation. In comparison to December 2024, eleven sectors of economic activity experienced growth, while four sectors saw a decline. The economy experienced a growth of 3.5% in December relative to the … Read more

Economy Surges Beyond Expectations Post-Midterm Election

Argentina’s economy experienced growth exceeding expectations in December, attributed in part to a record wheat harvest that mitigated the repercussions of a significant midterm election. Economic growth increased by 1.8 percent in December relative to November, as reported on Tuesday, following a contraction of 0.3 percent in November for South America’s second-largest economy. Compared to … Read more

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Javier Milei Labour Reform Nears Approval Amid Litigation Debate

The final passage of President Javier Milei’s Labour Modernisation bill is on the horizon. In the midst of legislative discussions across both chambers of Congress, the government has put forth arguments advocating for the necessity to diminish labour litigation and put an end to what is referred to as the labour “trial industry.” However, several … Read more

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Milei Consolidates Power as Argentina’s Divide Deepens

As the Javier Milei administration starts to leverage its newly acquired legislative power, Argentina is further entrenching the divisions of the latest phase of ‘la grieta,’ the nation’s distinctive form of political polarization. Although this should not be regarded as a mere curiosity, it starts to illuminate the emerging relative distribution of power that will … Read more

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Government Expands RIGI Benefits for Oil and Gas, Extends to 2027

The Argentine government has implemented modifications to the Large Investment Incentive Regime (RIGI, by its Spanish initials) that was approved in 2024, extending its duration and expanding benefits for the oil and gas sector. The RIGI provides tax, customs, legal, and foreign exchange advantages for investments that surpass US$200 million. It is accessible to both … Read more

IMF lowers Argentina’s reserves target by $5 billion

IMF Praises Argentina’s Stabilization, Cautions on Transition Costs

International Monetary Fund spokesperson Julie Kozak commended the reform agenda being implemented by the Argentine government, describing the economic stabilization plan as ‘impressive.’ During her regular Thursday press conference, Kozak cautioned that effectively addressing the transition costs linked to these reforms ‘are also going to be important.’ In the early hours of Friday, the Argentine … Read more