Blue Dollar Updates

Argentina’s Corruption Perceptions Plummet to Lowest Since 2019

Argentina is listed as one of the most corrupt countries in the world, with a worsening scenario over the last five years, according to the 2025 Corruption Perceptions Index released by NGO Transparency International on Tuesday. In 2025, Argentina achieved a score of 36 out of 100 points, which is one point lower than the … Read more

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Inflation Rises to 2.9% Following Statistics Agency Controversy

In January, Argentina’s inflation rate increased to 2.9%, as reported by the government’s statistics agency, INDEC. This release came one week following the resignation of the bureau’s head, which was prompted by a disagreement regarding the measurement methodology. Prices rose by 32.4% on an annual basis, with the food and non-alcoholic beverages sector experiencing the … Read more

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Rubio said Argentina is negotiating with the US to receive deportees

U.S. Secretary of State Marco Rubio acknowledged on Wednesday that he has engaged in “conversations” regarding Argentina and other nations about the possibility of accepting immigrants whom the Trump administration has chosen to deport. Rubio, however, clarified that the two governments do not have “anything lined up” yet. “I recognize that media leaks have been … Read more

Milei’s labor reform looks company-specific

The Argentine Congress is poised to commence extraordinary sessions in February, featuring a comprehensive agenda. Among the bills slated for debate are modifications to the Glaciers Law, a reduction in the age of criminal responsibility, and the recently ratified EU-Mercosur agreement. The upcoming sessions will serve as a significant evaluation of the government’s legislative capabilities, … Read more

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Milei emphasizes satellite mission as proof of efficient scientific spending

The Argentine government has recently declared its participation in NASA’s Artemis II, marking the first crewed mission to the moon since Apollo 17 in 1972. The mission is set to deploy five small satellites in collaboration with NASA’s international partners, featuring Atenea, a satellite developed in Argentina. President Javier Milei showcased Argentina’s involvement in the … Read more

Javier Milei

Milei thinks America will be West’s ‘beacon of light’ in Davos

President Javier Milei praised the leadership of US President Donald Trump, advocated for free-market capitalism, and criticized socialism during a notably restrained address at the World Economic Forum in Davos on Wednesday. Milei, regarded as Trump’s principal ally in Latin America, underscored his strong ties with Washington and articulated a defense of “Judeo-Christian values.” Highlighting … Read more

Milei in Davos praises Argentina-China trade ties

Javier Milei provided a strong justification for Argentina’s expanding economic relationship with China, asserting that his nation had limited alternatives but to engage in trade with Beijing, all while negotiating a potential agreement with the US. During an interview, Milei skillfully navigated his ideological alignment with US President Donald Trump’s administration alongside his economic engagement … Read more

Argentina Economy

Economy Shrinks More Than Anticipated Post-Midterms

Argentina’s economy experienced a contraction for the second consecutive month in November, following a midterm election that triggered a significant market sell-off. The INDEC national statistics bureau reported on Wednesday that economic activity decreased by 0.3 percent from October, following a 0.4 percent decline in the previous month. Economic activity contracted by 0.3 percent relative … Read more

Argentina’s 2025 trade surplus continues positive trend

Argentina achieved a trade surplus of US$11.286 billion in 2025, indicating a second consecutive year of positive balance for President Javier Milei. Data released on Tuesday aligns with the government’s announcement last Friday regarding Argentina’s fiscal surplus in 2025, marking the second consecutive year of such an outcome. Data indicates that Argentina’s exports reached a … Read more

Argentina’s Budget Surplus Strikes Again

Argentina achieved a budget surplus, marking the second consecutive year of fiscal outcome. The news was attributed to the “zero deficit” policy enacted by President Javier Milei upon his assumption of office in December 2023. Argentina’s primary surplus, excluding interest payments on debt, was recorded at 1.4 percent of gross domestic product last year, while … Read more