Industry recovers unevenly after first annual rise in eight months

In March, Argentina’s industrial sector experienced a resurgence, breaking an eight-month trend of year-on-year contractions, as reported. Nevertheless, analysts advised prudence in interpreting the significance of a solitary month’s enhancement. The Industrial Production Index indicated a 0.7% increase in factory output compared to March of the previous year, with seasonally adjusted activity rising by 0.8% … Read more

US$30bn export deluge gives Milei chance to restore reserves

Argentina is poised to experience an influx of hard currency, with analysts projecting approximately US$30 billion in the coming six months. This development presents President Javier Milei with a significant opportunity to bolster international reserves. The Central Bank’s diminished cash reserves remain a constant worry for investors and the International Monetary Fund. The scarcity of … Read more

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Argentine Firms Shift from Manufacturing to Importing

A report indicates that several Argentine companies have altered their business models to begin importing products that they previously manufactured. The investigation revealed that the strategic shift suggests significant layoffs and the sale of imported goods in Argentina at prices “well above their import costs.” The report indicates that the transition is observable across multiple … Read more

Milei acknowledges tough times and urges Argentines to stay patient

President Javier Milei stated that Argentina is “much better than in 2023,” the year he ascended to power. However, he acknowledged that in recent months there has been a decline in economic activity coupled with rising inflation, and he requested additional patience for the success of his economic program. In a recent assault on the … Read more

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Essential Elements and a Chance for Change

Argentina and the United States possess a unique chance to establish a foundation that transcends a fleeting political partnership or a limited trade connection. By collaborating, they can establish a strategic alliance focused on essential minerals that enables Argentina to enhance its value chain, bolsters US supply security, and mitigates the concentration risks currently characterizing … Read more

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Almost 22,000 businesses vanished under Milei’s watch

According to official data, Argentina has experienced a loss of nearly 22,000 companies in the initial two years of President Javier Milei’s administration. Data indicate that the count of registered employers in Argentina decreased from 512,357 in November 2023 to 490,419 in November 2025, reflecting a net reduction of 21,938 companies over a span of … Read more

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Milei Dismisses Techint’s Rocca as Indian Firm Lands Pipeline Deal

A prominent pipeline initiative endorsed by Javier Milei’s administration opted for a foreign supplier rather than a domestic behemoth led by one of Argentina’s wealthiest individuals, serving as a litmus test for the President’s commitment to a free-market approach aimed at liberalizing a protectionist economy. Southern Energy SA, the private consortium spearheading the construction of … Read more

‘irrecoverable’ digital wallet debts treble in Argentina

The financial condition of Argentine households has entered a pivotal phase, with debt to digital wallets attaining unprecedented levels. A recent study utilizing data from the Argentine Central Bank through November 2025, reveals that the typical family dedicates 33% of its income to the repayment of virtual wallet balances and non-bank loans. The figures have … Read more

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Milei enthusiasm lowers Argentina sovereign risk

A significant indicator of Argentina’s sovereign risk has decreased to its lowest point in seven years, as the policy adjustments implemented by President Javier Milei’s administration have positioned the country nearer to re-entering international debt markets. The additional yield that investors require to hold Argentina’s sovereign debt compared to US Treasuries of equivalent maturity decreased … Read more

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Argentine Markets Embrace 2026 Budget, Seek Structural Reforms

Argentine markets reacted positively to the legislative approval of the 2026 budget on Friday, despite a moderate effect on asset prices. Analysts indicate that markets had anticipated the passage of the bill and are now focused on the administration’s approach to implementing structural reforms. “The approval of the budget holds significant importance; however, it was … Read more