Argentina acquired US$808 million in special drawing rights from the US Treasury to address its recent interest obligations to the International Monetary Fund, circumventing the use of a swap line that exists between the two nations, as reported. Unnamed government officials informed that the purchase constituted a routine balance-of-payments operation, rather than a new activation … Read more
US Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent stated on Sunday that Trump’s endorsement and the US$20 billion U.S. currency swap with Argentina have facilitated President Javier Milei’s strong performance in October’s midterm elections. In an interview, Bessent remarked: “[Trump] endorsed President Milei.” Clearly, President Milei surpassed all expectations in the polls, achieving a significant victory. It appears … Read more
On Friday, Argentina’s Central Bank disclosed that it has repaid a segment of the US$20 billion currency swap with the United States Treasury that was utilized in 2025. The announcement represents the initial public acknowledgment by the monetary authority that a portion of the facility has been “activated.” The Central Bank’s communiqué indicates that the … Read more
U.S. banks JPMorgan Chase, Bank of America, and Citigroup have decided to cancel a proposed loan of US$20 billion to Argentina. Instead, bankers are deliberating on a new, short-term credit facility that is one-quarter the size. Minister Luis Caputo refuted any claims of having discussed a bailout with banks, asserting that the reports are intended … Read more
Argentine officials are poised to make a decision by year-end regarding the potential renegotiation of terms associated with a US$20-billion agreement with the International Monetary Fund, including stipulations related to foreign reserves, as per reports. A report indicated that the Central Bank governor mentioned Argentina’s intention to renegotiate reserve requirements; however, the individual clarified that … Read more
US Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent confirmed on Tuesday that Argentina had initiated the currency swap. The announcement concluded a period of speculation, with economists suggesting that the event had already transpired, despite the absence of confirmation from local authorities. Argentine President Javier Milei’s administration has not issued any public statements concerning the activation — as … Read more
Argentina’s Ambassador to the United States, Alec Oxenford, stated on Monday that a trade agreement between the two nations “is practically finalized” and that the announcement is imminent. The diplomat indicated that the negotiations involving Presidents Javier Milei and Donald Trump are supported by the US Treasury. “There will be news very soon,” he stated. … 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
The United States allocated a sum significantly surpassing US$1 billion this month for the acquisition of Argentine pesos, as per market estimates, coinciding with the intensification of Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent’s backstop initiative in anticipation of the midterm vote on October 26. The count is still pending verification, yet an anonymous trader estimated the amount … Read more