New limits on dollar purchases follow U.S. support, as the government aims to curb exploitative currency operations and bolster reserves ahead of 2026 debt maturities
Economics
Official statistics released this week showed the percentage of people below the breadline had fallen from 38% to 32% — but independent studies present a grimmer picture
A fleeting three-day tax suspension boosted exports and dollar inflows, but analysts warn of financial risks and ongoing uncertainty for producers and exporters alike
Interest rates in Argentina cut after US bailout and tax holiday for grain exporters
The Central Bank reduced its rates on repos, and financial institutions followed suit
The government’s temporary suspension of export duties was lifted after just three days — although it will continue for beef and poultry exports
The glut comes the day after export taxes were temporarily cut to zero
US Treasury announces full-scale bailout for Argentina: bond purchase, swap, and credit line
Secretary Bessent stated the US is ‘ready to do what is needed to support Argentina and the Argentine people’
Argentina’s Milei to meet with Donald Trump at UN General Assembly
The president will speak at the gathering on Wednesday, and his itinerary also features meetings with IMF head Kristalina Georgieva and Israel’s Benjamin Netanyahu
Bessent: US ‘ready to support Argentina’ with economic stabilization
A day before Trump and Milei meet in New York, the Secretary of the Treasury said the administration could offer swap lines, currency purchases, and other options