Buenos Aires Times

Diplomat Rafael Grossi Advances Campaign for UN Secretary-General

The Argentine Director General of the International Atomic Energy Agency is building international coalition support for the top United Nations diplomatic post.

Developers Unveil Massive Redevelopment Project at Historic Buenos Aires Factory

A major urban and commercial project has been announced for the iconic former industrial site in Buenos Aires, marking a shift from traditional manufacturing toward high-value corporate and residential space.

Poverty Metrics Show Signs of Stabilization Amid Economic Rebound

Following a peak poverty rate of 28.2 percent in late 2025, preliminary estimates suggest that falling inflation and a projected 2 percent GDP rebound in 2026 are beginning to restore domestic purchasing power.

Argentine Beef Exporters Target New Contracts at Paris Food Exhibition

The domestic meatpacking industry is utilizing the SIAL global food fair in Europe to secure high-value contracts and capitalize on a deregulated export environment.

Supreme Court Opens Investigation into Argentine Football Association Financials

The nation's highest judicial authority has formally intervened in a case involving financial irregularities within the AFA leadership and a controversial property in Pilar.

Major Corporations Deploy Capital to Vaca Muerta Under New Investment Incentives

Multinational energy consortia are accelerating investments exceeding $200 million into Neuquén to address infrastructure bottlenecks and boost energy export capacity from the Vaca Muerta shale formation.

U.S. Officials Arrive in Buenos Aires to Advance Andes-Atlantic Corridor

High-level strategic delegations from Washington have arrived in the Argentine capital to advance bilateral infrastructure investments and regional logistics connectivity, reflecting a deepening economic alliance.

China Renews $19 Billion Currency Swap with Argentina

Beijing has formally extended its massive bilateral currency swap agreement with Buenos Aires, maintaining essential liquidity buffers for the Central Bank while Argentina manages strategic ties between Washington and Asia.

September Inflation in Argentina Slows to 1.9 Percent

Monthly consumer price increases remained contained at 1.9 percent in September, consolidating a disinflationary trend that is helping to stabilize real wages across the Buenos Aires economic hub.

Central Bank of Argentina Reserves Surpass $49 Billion

Gross international reserves at the Central Bank of Argentina have risen above $49.3 billion, supported by robust agricultural liquidations, a $2-billion U.S. Treasury swap line, and consecutive quarters of positive trade balances.

Argentina’s Sovereign Country Risk Drops to 622 Basis Points

Surging international market confidence is driving Argentina's EMBI index down as the administration of President Javier Milei consolidates primary fiscal surpluses and implements structural macroeconomic stabilization measures.

Corporate Leaders Convene at IDEA Colloquium to Discuss Long-Term Investment

The 62nd annual IDEA Colloquium in Mar del．del Plata has brought together Argentina's top executives and policymakers to discuss long-term structural reforms and strategies for attracting foreign direct investment.

Buenos Aires Province Approves Higher Vehicle Inspection Fees Ahead of Summer

Provincial transport authorities have authorized a 17% increase in mandatory vehicle technical verification fees, adding localized inflationary pressure just months before the high-volume summer tourism season.

Retailers Launch Aggressive Promotions to Combat Stagnant Consumer Spending

Consumer electronics and telecommunications retailers are deploying aggressive financing campaigns around the upcoming Mother's Day holiday in an attempt to stimulate domestic consumption following months of depressed spending.

Healthcare Provider OSDE Launches Digital Push to Reach Younger Professionals

One of Argentina's leading private healthcare networks, OSDE, has launched a digital integration initiative to streamline services for younger demographics and modernize its approach to corporate clients.

University of CEMA Celebrates First Graduates of US-Style Bachelor Program

The University of CEMA in Buenos Aires has graduated its inaugural cohort of students completing a United States-style Bachelor degree, marking a shift in Argentine higher education toward international corporate talent standards.

Legislator Files Impeachment Request Against Judge Following Union Blockade Acquittal

A prominent provincial legislator from Buenos Aires has launched an impeachment request against Judge Alejandro López, alleging malfeasance in the recent acquittal of a senior Camioneros union leader involved in a commercial blockade.

Severe Flooding in Litoral Region Forces Livestock Evacuations

Rising water levels along the Uruguay River have triggered an agricultural emergency in the Litoral region, forcing cattle producers to conduct large-scale evacuations that threaten regional supply chains and meat production.

Urban Protests in Buenos Aires Cause Property Damage Amid Economic Shifts

Violent clashes between demonstrators and security forces in the federal capital resulted in eight injured police officers and over 90 million pesos in infrastructure damage, underscoring the social volatility surrounding national econom...

Buenos Aires Infrastructure Forum Highlights Fiscal Tensions Between Federal and Provincial Governments

Governor Axel Kicillof and opposition leaders met at a high-level summit in Buenos Aires to discuss deepening structural tensions between federal austerity mandates and the funding required for vital provincial public works.

Supreme Court Intervenes in Corruption Investigation Within Argentine Football Association

The Supreme Court of Argentina has assumed jurisdiction over a high-profile investigation into corruption and asset laundering linked to a luxury property in Pilar involving senior leadership within the national football body.

Argentine Meat Exporters Target European Markets at Paris Trade Exhibition

Representatives from the Argentine agribusiness sector have launched a commercial offensive at the SIAL Paris global food exhibition, seeking high-value contracts for premium beef to accelerate foreign currency inflows into the national ...

Global Corn Price Drop Threatens Argentina’s Agribusiness Revenue Projections

A 4% drop in international corn prices following new US Department of Agriculture yield data has introduced volatility into revenue forecasts for Argentine grain exporters and could impact future foreign reserve accumulation by the Centr...

President Milei Cites Nobel-Winning Economic Models to Validate Central Bank Policy

President Javier Milei has detailed the theoretical frameworks underpinning his monetary policy, stating that his administration is applying the structural models of economists Michael Woodford and Robert Hall to dismantle inflation and ...

Private Sector Employment Falls for Fourteenth Consecutive Month

Recent data from the Argentine integrated pension system reveals the loss of over 9,000 salaried jobs in a single month, highlighting the uneven impact of macroeconomic adjustments as traditional industries struggle to adapt to a deregul...

Argentine Equities on Wall Street Show Resilience Despite Rising Sovereign Risk

Argentine American Depositary Receipts trading on the New York Stock Exchange successfully reversed intradraz losses to close in positive territory, signaling robust institutional demand for domestic corporate assets even as sovereign bo...

Neuquén and Vaca Muerta Post Growth Amid National Economic Contraction

Provincial data confirms that Neuquén remains a primary driver of Argentine corporate expansion, registering a 2.1% increase in active businesses fueled by continuous capital and infrastructure development within the Vaca Muerta shale fo...

Argentine Sovereign Risk Surges Above 600 Points Amid Financing Challenges

The benchmark country risk indicator has jumped to over 640 points, a roughly 20% increase over the last month that complicates the government's strategy to secure international financing at sustainable rates despite ongoing macroeconomi...

Argentina Projected to Surpass Chile in Global Lithium Supply by 2029

New industry projections indicate that Argentina is on track to become the world's third-largest producer of the critical battery metal, with installed capacity expected to reach 269,000 tons this year as it moves to overtake neighboring...

IMF Endorses Argentine Fiscal Discipline While Cutting 2026 Growth Forecast

The International Monetary Fund has maintained its support for President Javier Milei’s fiscal stabilization program but reduced its 2026 economic growth projection for Argentina from 3.5% to 2.1%, while forecasting an average inflation ...

US Diplomats to Advance $7 Billion Andes-Atlantic Logistics Corridor in Buenos Aires

High-level officials from the United States Department of State, including Christopher Landau and Juan Pablo Segura, are scheduled to arrive in Buenos Aires next week to advance a massive infrastructure and logistics initiative designed ...

IMF Cuts Argentina's 2026 Economic Growth Forecast to 2.1%

The International Monetary Fund has lowered its full-year growth forecast for Argentina to 2.1%, citing weak domestic demand, financing constraints and the continuing effects of economic adjustment measures. The downgrade points to chall...

Argentina's Inflation Slows to 1.9% as Household Poverty Threshold Tops 1.6 Million Pesos

Argentina's monthly inflation rate eased to 1.9% in September, according to the national statistics agency, but the cost of basic necessities continued to strain household finances. The consumption basket used to determine the poverty th...

Argentina’s Milei Says Government Has Access to $125 Billion to Defend Peso

Argentine President Javier Milei says the government has access to approximately $125 billion through central bank reserves, currency swap arrangements and expected export revenues. The announcement is intended to reassure financial mark...

YPF Unveils $25 Billion Vaca Muerta Investment Plan to Boost Argentina's Oil Exports

Argentina's state energy company YPF has outlined a 15-year, $25 billion investment program aimed at increasing Vaca Muerta shale production to 240,000 barrels per day. The plan will use incentives under the country's Large Investment In...

Argentina Approves $6.4 Billion Tecpetrol Investment to Expand Vaca Muerta Energy Production

Argentina's government has approved a $6.4 billion investment by Tecpetrol under its Large Investment Incentive Regime. The project aims to expand shale oil and gas production in the Neuquén basin, strengthening the country's capacity to...

Argentina Approves $6.4 Billion Vaca Muerta Energy Project Under Investment Incentive Programme

Argentina's Economy Ministry has approved a $6.4 billion oil infrastructure project in the Vaca Muerta shale basin under its Large Investment Incentive Regime, supporting plans to expand hydrocarbon production and strengthen energy expor...

Argentina Approves $12.4 Billion Pluspetrol Investment in Vaca Muerta Shale

Argentina has approved Pluspetrol’s $12.4 billion investment proposal under its Large Investment Incentive Regime, supporting expanded oil and gas development in the Vaca Muerta shale formation. The approval strengthens Neuquén’s positio...

Argentina's Messi Retires From International Football After Farewell Match in Buenos Aires

Argentina captain Lionel Messi, 39, has ended his international football career following a farewell match at Buenos Aires' Más Monumental stadium. His retirement closes a defining chapter in Argentine football, ending a career that brou...