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IMF Supports Milei’s Growth-Boosting Measures

The International Monetary Fund has reached an agreement with Javier Milei’s administration on four key areas of action aimed at converting macroeconomic stabilisation into enhanced economic activity and job creation. The announcement was made by IMF spokesperson Julie Kozack at her monthly press briefing on Thursday, just two days after the institution approved the third … Read more

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Argentina Bets on Energy Exports and Global Trade

Argentina’s economic outlook was characterised by a blend of positive and negative indicators at the close of 2026. An export boom in commodities was observed alongside increasing unemployment, a deceleration in disinflation, and a general slowdown in economic activity. In this context, the German-Argentine Chamber of Industry and Commerce (AHK, by its German acronym) convened … Read more

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Argentina and IMF Strike Staff-Level Deal on Third Program Review

Argentine authorities and staff from the International Monetary Fund reached a staff-level agreement on Tuesday. This marks the third evaluation of the Extended Fund Facility program established by the Milei administration with the lender in 2025. The new program unlocked a US$20 billion loan, which accumulates alongside a prior US$45 billion debt incurred by the … Read more

Argentina’s Recovery at Risk as Milei’s Election Hopes Waver

Javier Milei’s administration is endeavouring to instill confidence in the markets as apprehensions mount regarding a potential economic recession on the horizon. Concurrently, investors are placing heightened emphasis on the electoral prospects of the libertarian president. In light of recent developments, two indicators published in the past few days have contributed to a resurgence of … Read more

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Argentina’s trade surplus skyrockets with exports reaching US$77 billion

Argentine exports persist in their upward trajectory, driven by the commodities boom that is currently affecting the region. In September, exports amounted to US$10 billion, reflecting a year-on-year increase of 23.5%, while seasonally adjusted exports experienced an 8.6% rise compared to the preceding month. The increase was propelled by advancements in both prices (16%) and … Read more

Argentina Eyes Asia for Export Growth and Strategic Investment

Argentine exports are witnessing an extraordinary surge in recent years, propelled by a significant increase in hydrocarbon production, mining activities, and an exceptional grain harvest. Estimates from the centre-right think tank Fundación Capital suggest that goods exports may exceed US$100 billion by year-end, surpassing the previous all-time high of US$88.7 billion established in 2022. Exports … Read more

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Banks’ government debt halts Milei’s lending

A push by President Javier Milei’s administration to get Argentine banks “banking again” is losing momentum, as lenders are once again relying on government bonds for profit. This shift occurs amid a slowing economy and elevated delinquency rates that are impacting their traditional business operations. Earnings from government securities at commercial banks constituted approximately 56 … Read more

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Economic downturn reduces 2026 growth expectations

Market analysts concur that the Argentine economy is projected to expand at a rate significantly lower than previously anticipated in 2026, with numerous assessments indicating that the economy may already be experiencing a recession. Those conclusions arise from the September Market Expectations Survey (in Spanish, REM), a monthly poll conducted by the Central Bank. The … Read more

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Flybondi seeks insolvency after prolonged crisis

Flybondi has initiated insolvency proceedings after enduring a prolonged crisis that culminated in the airline’s total operational paralysis. The filing was completed last week, and the court responsible for adjudicating the matter was assigned on Monday. There remains an absence of resolution regarding the company’s future trajectory. The low-cost carrier has experienced a 57-day hiatus … Read more

Household debt and unemployment worsen Argentina’s economy

At the outset of the year, Economy Minister Luis Caputo asserted on multiple occasions that Argentina would experience its “best 18 months” in “recent decades” during the period spanning May to June 2026. With only three months remaining until the conclusion of the year, that economic bonanza is, however, far from being reflected among the … Read more

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