Buenos Aires Times

Rosario Grain Hub Records Strong Export Sales as Agricultural Shipments Accelerate

The Rosario Grain Exchange reported one of its strongest quarters for export liquidations after producers increased soybean and corn shipments, supported by exchange rate policy adjustments and lower export duties that boosted foreign cu...

Argentina LNG Project Gains Momentum as YPF, Eni and ADNOC Expand Vaca Muerta Investment

YPF and its partners Eni and ADNOC accelerated development of the Argentina LNG export project after regulatory changes extended investment incentives to wet gas operations, supporting plans to expand production from the Vaca Muerta shal...

Argentina Advances Final Phase of Currency Liberalisation Under New IMF Programme

The Central Bank of Argentina moved to the third stage of its stabilisation plan by placing the peso in a managed floating band, supported by stronger foreign exchange reserves and a new 48-month International Monetary Fund agreement tha...

The Ten World Cup Finals That Defined Football History

From Pelé’s emergence in Sweden and Uruguay’s shock at the Maracanã to Zidane’s final act and Messi’s triumph in Qatar, these matches set the standard awaiting Argentina and Spain in the 2026 final.

Luxury Property Market Rebounds in Buenos Aires' Puerto Madero

Developers and real estate firms reported stronger demand for high-end properties in Puerto Madero as improving macroeconomic conditions support renewed investor confidence.

Argentina Uses Labor Reform to Attract Manufacturing Investment

The Ministry of Economy is promoting the country's new labor framework to attract long-term manufacturing investment by offering more flexible employment rules for international companies.

Rosario Grain Exchange Raises Soybean and Wheat Production Forecasts

The Rosario Grain Exchange increased its soybean production estimate to fifty-one point five million tonnes and projected next season's wheat harvest at twenty million tonnes following favorable growing conditions.

Argentina's Artificial Intelligence Export Industry Continues to Expand

Technology companies including Globant and specialized artificial intelligence firms in Buenos Aires are winning new enterprise contracts, supporting growth in Argentina's software and digital services exports.

Bunge Expands Winter Oilseed Production Across Argentina

Agribusiness company Bunge has signed agreements covering ninety thousand hectares to expand production of canola and camelina, supporting renewable aviation fuel supply chains and agricultural diversification.

Argentina's Unemployment Rate Declines to 7.8 Percent

Official labor market data showed unemployment edged down to seven point eight percent, indicating continued private sector activity as the government pursues broader economic reforms.

Argentina Simplifies Regulations for Agricultural Producers

The Secretariat of Agriculture has removed administrative requirements affecting nearly five hundred agricultural operators as part of a broader effort to reduce compliance costs and improve efficiency across the sector.

Buenos Aires Fintech Sector Attracts Fresh Venture Capital

Argentina's financial technology industry continues to draw international investment after digital bank Ualá secured one hundred and ninety-five million United States dollars in new financing, reinforcing Buenos Aires' position as a regi...

Argentina Cuts Paraná River Shipping Tolls to Boost Export Competitiveness

The government has reduced transit tolls on the Paraná River by thirteen point five percent while introducing modernization requirements for dredging operations to improve efficiency along one of the country's main agricultural export ro...

Pipeline Investments Accelerate Vaca Muerta Export Capacity

Energy companies are advancing two hundred and forty-six pipeline and terminal projects worth about nine billion United States dollars to improve transport capacity between the Vaca Muerta shale basin and Atlantic export facilities.

YPF Luz Files for United States Initial Public Offering

YPF Luz, the electricity generation subsidiary of YPF, has filed for an initial public offering in the United States, signaling renewed access to international capital markets for Argentine companies.

Argentine Grain Exports Reach Record First-Half Volumes

The Rosario Board of Trade reported exports of more than sixty point seven million tonnes of grain and agricultural products during the first half of the year, generating over fifteen billion United States dollars in foreign exchange des...

Argentina Records 7.8 Billion Dollar Energy Trade Surplus

Official data confirmed Argentina posted a record seven point eight billion United States dollar energy trade surplus, reflecting the country's transition from a net energy importer to a growing exporter.

Pampa Energía Approves 2.7 Billion Dollar Fertilizer Plant in Bahía Blanca

Pampa Energía has approved construction of a two point seven billion United States dollar ammonia and urea facility in Bahía Blanca, aiming to use natural gas from Vaca Muerta while reducing Argentina's dependence on imported fertilizers.

MercadoLibre Announces 3.4 Billion Dollar Investment in Argentina

MercadoLibre will invest three point four billion United States dollars in Argentina during 2026 to expand logistics infrastructure, increase hiring, and strengthen the Mercado Pago financial technology platform.

Argentina Secures More Than 42 Billion Dollars in Copper Mining Commitments

International mining companies have committed over forty-two billion United States dollars to copper projects in the Argentine Andes, supported by long-term tax stability guarantees under the government's investment incentive framework.

Argentina's Central Bank Reserves Exceed 49 Billion Dollars

The Central Bank of Argentina has increased its gross international reserves to more than forty-nine billion United States dollars, strengthening its position ahead of future debt repayments and the gradual removal of foreign exchange co...

YPF Seeks Approval for 25 Billion Dollar Vaca Muerta Oil Expansion

State-controlled energy company YPF has submitted its twenty-five billion United States dollar LLL Oil project for approval under Argentina's large investment incentive regime, with plans to expand shale production and raise exports from...

Argentina's Monthly Inflation Falls Below Two Percent for First Time in Months

Official data showed Argentina's annual inflation slowdown continued in June, with monthly consumer prices rising one point nine percent, marking a ten-month low and the third consecutive monthly decline.

International Monetary Fund Approves One Billion Dollar Disbursement as Argentina's Recovery Continues

The International Monetary Fund completed its latest review of Argentina's twenty billion United States dollar financing program, unlocking one billion dollars in funding while projecting economic growth of three point five percent and h...

Direct Flights Between Auckland and Buenos Aires Resume

The restoration of direct air services between Auckland and Buenos Aires is expected to strengthen business ties, agricultural technology cooperation, and educational exchanges between South America and the Asia-Pacific region.

Argentina and United States Decline to Sign Media Freedom Declaration

Argentina joined the United States in declining to sign the latest Media Freedom Coalition declaration, citing disagreements over provisions related to censorship.

Argentina Signals End of Tight Monetary Cycle as Lending Rates Stabilize

The Central Bank allowed private bank BADLAR rates to stabilize near twenty percent, encouraging commercial lending as inflation continued to ease.

Buenos Aires Commercial Property Market Shows Signs of Recovery

Commercial real estate values in Puerto Madero and Microcentro recorded their first sustained quarterly gains in five years as multinational companies and financial institutions returned to Argentina's financial district.

Argentine Grain Exports Slow as Global Commodity Prices Weaken

Export registrations for soybeans and corn declined in July as abundant global supplies and lower international prices prompted producers to delay grain sales.

Argentina Expands Agricultural Traceability to Meet European Union Rules

The government and major exporters launched a satellite-based traceability program for beef and soy products to comply with the European Union Deforestation Regulation and protect access to key export markets.

Foreign Investment Accelerates Across Argentina's Lithium Triangle

International mining companies increased investment in Salta, Jujuy, and Catamarca after regulatory changes guaranteed long-term access to foreign exchange markets for export revenues.

Vista Oil and Gas Expected to Triple Quarterly Earnings

Wall Street analysts projected a three hundred percent increase in quarterly earnings for Vista Oil and Gas as investment in Vaca Muerta continues to drive higher shale oil production.

Argentina Lowers Investment Threshold for Offshore Energy Exploration

The Ministry of Economy reduced the minimum investment requirement for offshore hydrocarbon projects to two hundred million dollars in an effort to accelerate exploration in the Atlantic.

Argentina's Knowledge Economy Exports Surpass Seven Billion Dollars

Knowledge-based services generated more than seven billion dollars in export revenue during the first half of the year, reinforcing software development and digital services as one of Argentina's leading sources of foreign exchange.

Energy Analysts Say Vaca Muerta LNG Plans Require Twenty-One Billion Dollars in Infrastructure

International energy consultancies estimate Argentina will need up to twenty-one billion dollars in new pipelines and processing facilities by two thousand thirty to realize its liquefied natural gas export ambitions from Vaca Muerta.

Congress Approves Investment Incentives for Small and Medium-Sized Businesses

Lawmakers approved a new investment incentive regime for medium-sized projects, providing targeted tax benefits to help agribusiness and manufacturing companies modernize irrigation, livestock processing, and energy efficiency.

BBVA Research Raises Argentina Growth Forecast to Three Percent

BBVA Research upgraded its outlook for Argentina's economy to three percent growth this year, citing stronger energy and mining exports together with sustained foreign exchange purchases by the central bank.

Argentina's Lower House Advances Expanded Investment Incentive Framework

The Chamber of Deputies gave preliminary approval to legislation offering long-term tax stability and international arbitration protections for technology and innovation projects valued at more than one billion dollars.

Argentina Opens Chinese Market to Record Maize Harvest

Argentina completed its first large-scale maize shipments to China after phytosanitary restrictions were lifted, creating a major new export market as the country expects a record harvest of sixty-two million tonnes.

Inter-American Development Bank Supports Argentina With One Point Two Billion Dollar Credit Facility

The Inter-American Development Bank approved a partial credit guarantee backing a one point two billion dollar sovereign financing facility, providing Argentina with additional funding to support structural reforms and government programs.

YPF Launches Commercial Operations on Vaca Muerta Sur Oil Pipeline

State-owned energy company YPF began commercial operations on the first phase of the Vaca Muerta Sur Oil Pipeline, adding more than three hundred and fifty thousand barrels per day of transport capacity and easing a key infrastructure bo...

Argentina's Central Bank Extends Six Billion Dollar Repo Facility Through Two Thousand Twenty-Eight

The Central Bank of Argentina extended the maturity of its six billion dollar reverse repurchase agreements with international banks, reinforcing foreign exchange stability and strengthening market confidence without reducing internation...

Argentina's Monthly Inflation Falls Below Two Percent for the First Time in Ten Months

The National Institute of Statistics and Censuses reported monthly consumer inflation of one point nine percent in June, marking the first reading below two percent in ten months as fiscal austerity and tighter monetary policy continued ...

Government Extends Large Investment Incentive Regime to Attract Energy and Technology Capital

Argentina extended the application period for its Large Investment Incentive Regime until two thousand twenty-seven, expanding eligibility to major onshore and offshore hydrocarbon projects in an effort to secure new foreign investment f...