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Argentina receives the least FDI in Latin America

In 2025, Argentina ranked lowest in foreign direct investment among the six largest economies in Latin America, as indicated by a regional study. Last year, the country attracted $3.1 billion in direct foreign investment. Brazil led the rankings with US$76.8 billion, trailed by Mexico at US$40 billion, Chile at US$13 billion, Colombia at US$11 billion, … Read more

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Market volatility risks one of Milei’s main objectives

Global financial volatility — particularly the fluctuations in the U.S. Treasury market, a key indicator of the global economy — poses a significant threat to one of the Argentine government’s primary objectives: re-entering international debt markets. “The current level of long-term U.S. bond yields is significant as it signifies a transition in the global cost … Read more

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Argentine Central Bank pays US$17.7 million for swap

Argentina’s Central Bank confirmed on Monday that it disbursed US$17.7 million in interest following the activation of its swap line with the United States, a move made in anticipation of the legislative elections scheduled for October 2025. Officials indicated their intention to extend the swap line with China, while simultaneously dismissing the prospect of any … Read more

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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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Patagonia Workers Set to Thrive in Milei’s Economic Strategy

The Argentine Patagonia region is poised to become the primary driver of new employment opportunities in the forthcoming years, fueled by substantial oil and mining investments promoted by President Javier Milei’s administration, as indicated by the latest report from the Fundación Mediterránea think tank. The southern part of the country region emerges as the primary … Read more

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Mercosur-EU Trade Deal Faces Fresh Challenges

May 1 represented a significant milestone in South American history, as a segment of the trade agreement between the regional bloc Mercosur and the European Union, which had been under negotiation for more than twenty years, finally came into effect. The agreement represents a significant advancement in enhancing Mercosur’s export capabilities, facilitating Argentina, Brazil, Uruguay, … 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

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Milei Welcomes Czech President Petr Pavel at Casa Rosada

Argentina’s President Javier Milei welcomed Czech President Petr Pavel at the Casa Rosada, as part of an initiative to enhance political and economic relations between the two nations. Pavel, a former NATO general whose presidential role is primarily ceremonial, engaged with Milei in the presence of their respective delegations, which included Argentina’s Foreign Minister Pablo … Read more

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Inflation Surges Amid Energy Shock

In March, Argentina experienced a greater-than-anticipated increase in inflation, driven by a significant rise in fuel prices due to the Iran conflict and a notable surge in education expenses resulting from annual tuition adjustments. Consumer prices increased by 3.4 percent last month relative to February, surpassing the three percent median forecast of economists. Inflation has … Read more

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Argentina’s Economy to Grow 3.6% in 2023, Says World Bank

Argentina is poised to achieve three consecutive years of economic growth for the first time since 2008, as indicated by a recent report from the World Bank, marking a notable positive development for the broader region. In the most recent installment of its periodic analysis evaluating the economic prospects for countries in Latin America and … Read more