Sources indicate that Argentina has yet to register for participation in the COP30 climate summit. This suggests that the nation might align with the United States in abstaining from the upcoming annual discussions organized by the United Nations, set to commence in Brazil later this week. Last week, the White House confirmed that no senior … Read more
Argentina’s Central Bank has reduced its one-day peso repo rate by 300 basis points to 22 percent, as per reports, in the context of market stabilization following President Javier Milei’s midterm election victory. Traders were informed of the new rate on Wednesday via the BYMA, the principal stock exchange in the country, according to sources. … Read more
In the wake of La Libertad Avanza’s unexpected triumph in Argentina’s midterm elections, President Javier Milei’s administration has bolstered its standing in both legislative chambers, thereby facilitating the advancement of an extensive economic reform agenda designed to liberalize the Argentine economy, according to a source. The package encompasses the 2026 budget alongside tax and labor … Read more
Javier Milei is set to return to the United States this week to participate in a global summit in Miami, where he will be among notable attendees such as national football team captain Lionel Messi and US President Donald Trump. This marks the 14th visit to the United States for the President since assuming office … Read more
Javier Milei strode onto the stage in Santiago, flung up his arms, and gave a bow to an economist with a front-row seat: Rolf Lüders, one of the last of the original Chicago Boys. In 2019, four years prior to Milei’s election as President of Argentina, he began implementing his anarcho-capitalist approach to shock therapy … Read more
US Secretary of the Treasury Scott Bessent is preparing for a second visit to Argentina, as stated by President Javier Milei. Bessent, commending Milei’s “monumental midterm election victory” from the previous weekend. Furthermore, he urged for a robust and “enthusiastic” reaction from the markets to support Washington’s ally in the south. Milei, a firm advocate … Read more
The United States realized a gain from the acquisition of Argentine pesos. Banks having engaged in discussions with the US Treasury throughout October regarding a strategy to secure billions for Javier Milei, have not made progress this week. Scott Bessent conveyed a clear message to Argentine investors: Now it’s your turn. With Bessent’s mission accomplished … Read more
Argentine provinces and companies are preparing to access global markets in the coming weeks, as President Javier Milei’s victory in the midterm elections enhances optimism regarding the country. This development creates an opportunity for debt sales that could inject essential dollars into the nation’s foreign-exchange market. This week witnessed a surge in bond activity, spearheaded … Read more
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
All peso-dollar exchange rates experienced a rebound on Tuesday following a significant decline on Monday, as markets responded favorably to the decisive victory of Javier Milei’s party in the midterm elections. The wholesale exchange rate concluded at AR$1,470, reflecting a 2.4% rise compared to the prior day. This positions it 25 pesos beneath the upper … Read more