Economic activity declined by 2.9 percent in July, adjusted for seasonal variations, compared to the previous month – marking the most significant monthly decrease since the onset of the Covid-19 pandemic. Data released by the INDEC national statistics bureau on Thursday indicated that Argentina’s monthly economic activity estimator, or EMAE, experienced a decline of 1.4 … Read more
President Javier Milei has received encouraging news regarding the outlook for 2027, as preliminary assessments from the agricultural sector indicate a potential record in grain production for the upcoming year. Projected production is 158 million tonnes, according to estimates from the Buenos Aires Grain Exchange, a prominent trade association within the Argentine agricultural sector. This … Read more
It is widely recognised that the swift expansion of Vaca Muerta is establishing the region as a pivotal economic driver for Argentina. What may be less well known is that the project also has the potential to address several structural bottlenecks in the Argentine economy. One of the most unusual developments, however, is not found … Read more
Argentina’s 2026 trade deals with the US and the EU, the latter as a member of Mercosur, are beginning to produce what they promised: an increase in exports to both markets. In the U.S. case, Argentina and Washington formalised the Agreement on Reciprocal Trade and Investment on February 5, 2026. In contrast to the arrangement … Read more
Since the onset of the commodities boom in the early 2000s, Argentina has become increasingly dependent on soybean exports as a vital source of U.S. dollars — a currency that has experienced exceptionally high demand within the country’s economy for several decades. Consequently, successive administrations have implemented a variety of strategies aimed at incentivising farmers … Read more
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
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
On Thursday, both Argentina and the United States confirmed the signing of an agreement aimed at fostering reciprocal trade and investment between the two nations. “Today Argentina sent a clear signal to the world: we are a reliable partner, open to trade and committed to clear rules, predictability, and strategic cooperation,” stated Argentine Foreign Minister … 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
