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Argentina authorises dollar borrowing through multilateral talks

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Argentina’s government has sanctioned up to US$5 billion in new dollar-denominated borrowing as the nation seeks to obtain funding supported by multilateral institutions in anticipation of forthcoming debt obligations. The decree, signed by President Javier Milei and Cabinet members, establishes a legal framework for future financing transactions, with contracts governed by New York law and … Read more

Argentina’s Budget Surplus Strikes Again

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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