Soaring interest rates on peso notes are putting banks under pressure as a liquidity crunch unfolds, driven by government actions to defend the local currency. The interest rates on Argentine peso notes are experiencing a significant increase, exerting pressure on banks in the context of a liquidity crunch that has arisen from government initiatives aimed … Read more
The International Monetary Fund plans to engage in discussions regarding the initial review of Argentina’s US$20-billion programme during an informal meeting between its staff and executive board on Tuesday, as reported by a source with knowledge of the situation. The meeting is anticipated to occur in Washington on Tuesday morning, according to an individual who … Read more
Earlier this week, Argentina’s Central Bank implemented new economic measures aimed at enhancing foreign currency reserves. The International Monetary Fund (IMF) has commended President Javier Milei’s administration for implementing recent strategies aimed at enhancing Argentina’s international reserves. Earlier this week, Argentina’s Central Bank implemented new economic measures aimed at enhancing foreign currency reserves in response to … Read more
Argentina asserts its re-entry into global markets through the issuance of peso-denominated bonds. Argentina’s government will issue a five-year bond denominated in pesos aimed at international investors who are permitted to purchase it in US dollars, a move the government celebrated as its return to global markets following a sovereign restructuring during the pandemic. On Monday, … Read more
Argentines are well aware of their historical context, having indulged in spending sprees previously funded by the Central Bank, which consistently culminated in economic disaster: during the late 1970s, the 1990s, and the mid- to late 2000s. Milei faces the significant challenge of persuading them that the status quo will not persist. In the initial … Read more
The IMF’s latest substantial loan to Argentina — a country with a history of defaults now under the leadership of a close ally of Donald Trump – has raised concerns among many of the Fund’s senior decision-makers. It received approval nonetheless. Argentina’s new loan with the International Monetary Fund was approved even though it raised … Read more
Analysts anticipate a more robust peso in the coming months as traders respond positively to President Javier Milei’s plan. Traders in Buenos Aires are starting to embrace President Javier Milei’s goal of bolstering Argentina’s currency to 1,000 pesos per dollar, despite warnings from economists that this trend may reverse in the latter half of the … Read more
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
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
The recent agreement between the Argentine government and the International Monetary Fund (IMF) imposes stringent fiscal surplus targets for 2026 and 2027, significantly limiting the potential for reducing the tax burden. President Javier Milei’s administration suggests that there is potential for tax reductions, a key promise of his governance strategy. However, should he proceed with … Read more