Argentina IMF

IMF sustains Argentina’s growth projection despite ongoing global trade tensions

The International Monetary Fund (IMF) projects that Argentina will experience a growth rate of 5.5% in 2025, even as it has lowered its global growth forecast in light of trade uncertainties stemming from U.S. President Donald Trump’s tariffs. The outlook for the country’s economic horizon in 2026 remains optimistic, with projections indicating growth could reach … Read more

Scott Bessent

US would offer Argentina credit line in event of global shock : Bessent

US Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent indicated that the Trump administration might extend a targeted credit line to Argentina’s government should a global shock threaten President Javier Milei’s economic recovery, as reported by three sources familiar with his remarks. The US government is prepared to utilize the Exchange Stabilization Fund (ESF) to assist Argentina, provided that any … Read more

International Monetary Fund : IMF

IMF sticks to Argentina growth forecast amid global uncertainties

The IMF maintains its growth forecast for Argentina, undeterred by prevailing global uncertainties. The International Monetary Fund (IMF) has upheld its growth forecast for Argentina at 5.5 percent for the year 2025, notwithstanding the prevailing uncertainties in global trade. The multilateral lender referenced the “positive data” observed in the initial months of the year. The report recognized … Read more

Farming

Argentina and Brazil benefit from the trade war

The ongoing trade conflict presents significant advantages for Brazil and Argentina, particularly in the sectors of meat and grains. Brazil and Argentina are positioning themselves as early beneficiaries in the global trade conflict that is disrupting agricultural markets. The intensifying friction between the United States and China, the foremost supplier and consumer of agricultural goods, has presented … Read more

Argentina China Flags

Chinese embassy strikes back in response to Bessent’s comments in Argentina

The Chinese Embassy responds to comments made by Bessent during his visit to Argentina. China’s Embassy in Argentina has issued a statement condemning US Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent, alleging that he has made “malicious slanders and libellous remarks.” In a recent statement from Beijing’s envoy in Buenos Aires, the Chinese government expressed strong dissatisfaction and … Read more

US China Trade War

Trump’s China trade war forces Latin America to choose

The ongoing trade conflict initiated by Trump with China is compelling Latin American nations to make strategic choices regarding their alliances. Donald Trump is strategically involving the United States’ closest neighbors in his ongoing trade conflict with China, aiming to diminish the influence of the Asian powerhouse in a region that has historically been viewed as … Read more

International Monetary Fund : IMF

Argentina receives another IMF loan, reliving past financial cycles

Argentina finds itself in a familiar situation as it secures yet another loan from the International Monetary Fund, reminiscent of past financial cycles. For generations, Argentines have perceived their nation as ensnared in a persistent cycle, as yet another loan from the International Monetary Fund is set to arrive to stabilize its fluctuating economy. This marks the … Read more

Javier Milei & Donald Trump

The government minimizes Argentina’s worldwide crisis fallout

The Government asserts that “everything marches according to the plan,” emphasizing its strategy to mitigate the effects of the international crisis on Argentina. In the face of a significant downturn in global stock markets, which saw declines of up to 13%, the administration of Javier Milei is maintaining a calm demeanor. While remaining vigilant to ongoing … Read more

President Javier Milei

Milei wants to erase Argentina’s Peronist past to attract international investment

Javier Milei is actively working to eliminate all remnants of Peronism, which has been the prevailing form of populism in Argentina, as he seeks to transform the country into a free-market stronghold. In a striking display of political change, images of Eva Perón have been removed from government offices, while statues of former president Néstor … Read more

Argentina Economy - Currency

Can trade war harm Argentine GDP growth this year?

The ongoing trade war raises significant concerns regarding its potential impact on the growth trajectory of Argentina’s GDP for the current year. Analysts are in consensus regarding the trade war initiated by Donald Trump’s significant tariff impositions. While it may not have an immediate direct impact on Argentina—an assessment that may be considered hasty—it certainly has … Read more