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The first decline in 11 months is April’s 2.6% inflation

In April, inflation in Argentina decreased to 2.6%, as reported by the statistics agency INDEC on Thursday. The figure indicated a decrease relative to March’s 3.4%, signifying the inaugural instance in eleven months where the inflation rate has decelerated. The current figure represents the lowest level observed in the past five months, exceeded solely by … Read more

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Milei Cuts Public Transport Amid Austerity Plan Scrutiny

In pursuit of its objective to uphold the fiscal surplus, Javier Milei’s administration is set to introduce a substantial rise in fares for nationally regulated trains and buses beginning in May, with total increases reaching as high as 90% in the ensuing months. Government officials articulated their objective to transition towards a “more organized, efficient, … Read more

Argentina’s Inflation Takes a Breather

Following seven months of rising monthly inflation, it appears that prices may have finally paused in April, as reported by private consulting firms. According to their estimates, April’s price increase is projected to be between 2.4% and 2.6% month-on-month — marking the first monthly slowdown in 11 months. Statistics institute INDEC will release official figures … Read more

Milei’s Austerity Drive Faces Growing Backlash

President Javier Milei’s administration has significantly reduced inflation — from 211% annually in 2023 to 31% in 2025 — and achieved two consecutive years of fiscal surplus, a feat not accomplished in Argentina since the initial Kirchner administration nearly two decades prior. However, his popularity has been declining for several months. The decline cannot be … Read more

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

Javier Milei

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