Blue Dollar Updates

Caputo informs banks Argentina will buy bonds, increase reserves

Economy Minister Luis Caputo informed investors in New York that Argentina intends to repurchase sovereign bonds and begin accumulating foreign reserves, even as the peso remains within its designated trading band, according to sources familiar with the situation. In a recent meeting attended by approximately 40 investors, organized by JPMorgan Chase & Co., Caputo indicated … Read more

Banks believe Milei is poised to let the peso float freely

Banks indicate that La Libertad Avanza’s success in the midterm elections presents a distinct opportunity for President Javier Milei’s Government to accelerate economic normalization, focus on acquiring international reserves, and adjust the exchange rate regime – or potentially liberalize it. Citibank, one of the entities through which the US Treasury purchased pesos to intervene in … Read more

Argentine Bonds and Peso Surge Before Milei’s Key Vote

On Thursday, Argentine bonds witnessed an increase for the second time in the past six sessions, while the peso improved for a second consecutive day in anticipation of the crucial midterm elections that will take place this coming weekend. One cent was added to the value of sovereign notes that mature in 2035, and they … Read more

Blue Dollar Updates

JPMorgan and Citi Dive into Argentine FX to Aid US in Stopping Peso Decline

The Argentine peso ended a five-day decline as major financial institutions engaged in the local currency market, coinciding with efforts by the United States government to support its ally Javier Milei in anticipation of an important vote this weekend. Both JPMorgan Chase & Co and Citigroup Inc were engaged in Argentina’s spot market on Wednesday, … Read more