Buenos Aires Times

Buenos Aires Office Market Shows Signs of Recovery

Commercial real estate activity in Buenos Aires is strengthening, with higher demand for premium office space in the Microcentro and Puerto Madero districts as businesses respond to improving economic conditions.

International Monetary Fund Approves One Billion Dollar Disbursement for Argentina

The International Monetary Fund completed its latest review of Argentina's Extended Fund Facility and approved a further one billion dollar disbursement, citing progress on disinflation, fiscal policy, and foreign exchange reforms.

Argentina's Monthly Inflation Slows to One Point Nine Percent in June

Official data showed monthly inflation eased to one point nine percent in June, while annual inflation fell to thirty-three point five percent, supporting the government's efforts to stabilize prices and rebuild foreign exchange reserves.

Argentina Plans to Repeal Foreign Land Ownership Restrictions

The government is preparing to repeal Kirchner-era limits on foreign ownership of rural land, a move officials say could attract substantial investment into agriculture, forestry, and regional development.

Government Pushes Labor Reform to Expand Company-Level Wage Negotiations

Argentina's Deregulation Ministry is advancing reforms that would allow companies to negotiate directly with employees instead of relying on national union agreements, marking a significant shift in the country's labor relations framework.

Vaca Muerta Sur Pipeline Secures Financing as Construction Passes Forty Percent

The Vaca Muerta Sur pipeline project obtained two billion dollars in financing and surpassed forty percent completion, moving Argentina closer to significantly expanding crude oil export capacity by late twenty twenty-six.

Argentina Renews Six Billion Dollar Repo Facilities to Strengthen Foreign Exchange Reserves

The Central Bank of Argentina repaid and rolled over six billion dollars in international reverse repurchase agreements, lifting gross foreign exchange reserves above forty-eight billion dollars as authorities continue easing legacy capi...

Argentina Advances Market-Based Overhaul of Healthcare, Pensions, and Social Protection

The government of President Javier Milei and Deregulation Minister Federico Sturzenegger is preparing legislative and executive measures to expand private insurance into areas traditionally managed by the state, as part of a broader effo...

YPF Submits Twenty-Five Billion Dollar Vaca Muerta Investment Plan Under New Incentive Regime

State-backed energy company YPF filed the largest proposal yet under Argentina's Large Investment Incentive Regime, outlining a fifteen-year plan to drill more than one thousand wells, raise production to two hundred forty thousand barre...

Agricultural Export Revenue Climbs 24 Percent on Higher Shipments and Strong Prices

Argentina's agricultural exports reached forty point four billion United States dollars during the first half of the year, supported by higher shipment volumes and favorable global prices, strengthening foreign currency inflows and the c...

Argentina's Lithium Production Rises 40 Percent on Expanding Mining Investment

Lithium carbonate output increased forty percent from a year earlier as investment accelerated across Salta, Jujuy and Catamarca, reinforcing Argentina's position as a key supplier of battery materials for global electric vehicle manufac...

First Quantum Explores Strategic Investment Partner for Taca Taca Copper Project

First Quantum Minerals has opened talks to sell a minority stake in its four point two billion United States dollar Taca Taca copper project in Salta Province, attracting interest from Rio Tinto and Japanese trading houses Mitsubishi and...

Argentina's Economy Grows 4.4 Percent as Agriculture and Financial Services Lead Recovery

Official data showed the economy expanded four point four percent from a year earlier, with strong gains in agricultural production and financial services helping Argentina outperform earlier recession forecasts.

Vaca Muerta Delivers 7.8 Billion Dollar Energy Trade Surplus

Rising oil and gas production from the Vaca Muerta shale formation turned Argentina into a net energy exporter, generating a seven point eight billion United States dollar trade surplus and strengthening the country's position as an alte...

Argentina's Foreign Currency Reserves Surpass 49 Billion Dollars

The Central Bank of the Argentine Republic increased international reserves to forty-nine billion United States dollars, more than doubling 2023 levels and exceeding its annual target under the International Monetary Fund program, provid...

Argentine Inflation Falls to 1.9 Percent as Credit Rating Outlook Improves

Argentina's monthly inflation slowed to a multi-year low of one point nine percent for a third consecutive month, prompting S&P Global and Fitch Ratings to upgrade the country's sovereign outlook and strengthening the government's path t...

Colombia Influencer Dies After Cosmetic Procedure at Unlicensed Bogota Salon

The death of fifty-two-year-old Adriana Manotas Rodriguez exposes the persistence of black-market medical clinics operating under the guise of hair salons.

Thomas Tuchel Faces Fierce Backlash After Tactical Retreat Costs England World Cup Final Berth

English manager's defensive substitutions and post-match remarks ignite a national controversy following a late collapse against Argentina in the semi-final.

Argentina Expands Investment Incentives for Mining and Technology

The government's investment incentive framework is attracting major new commitments to lithium, copper, and digital infrastructure projects, while multinational technology companies are expanding data center investments in Buenos Aires a...

Argentina Advances Paraná River Upgrade to Boost Agricultural Exports

The government approved a dredging and expansion plan for the Paraná River shipping corridor, allowing larger Panamax vessels to load directly at Santa Fe ports and lowering transport costs for soybean and corn exporters.

Argentina's Exports Exceed Forty Billion United States Dollars in the First Half

The Rosario Grain Exchange reported first-half exports of more than forty billion United States dollars, up twenty-four percent from a year earlier, providing the Central Bank with valuable foreign currency inflows during the peak agricu...

Argentina and Chile Strengthen Energy Partnership Through Vaca Muerta Gas Integration

Energy ministers from Argentina and Chile agreed on a framework for closer cross-border gas cooperation, with plans to use Chilean Pacific ports to support future liquefied natural gas exports from Vaca Muerta to Asian markets.

Argentina Accelerates Vaca Muerta Development With New Drilling Contract

YPF awarded Archer a five-year, ninety million United States dollar contract to deploy advanced drilling technology in the Vaca Muerta shale formation, supporting faster unconventional oil and gas production and the country's ambition to...

Argentina's Central Bank Completes Six Billion United States Dollar Reverse Repo Deal

The Central Bank rolled over six billion United States dollars in short-term obligations, lifting international reserves to nearly forty-nine billion dollars and strengthening confidence ahead of the next International Monetary Fund review.

Argentina's Inflation Falls Below Two Percent as Fiscal Tightening Continues

The National Statistics Institute reported June inflation of one point nine percent, the lowest monthly reading in ten months, while annual inflation slowed to thirty-three point five percent, reinforcing the government's fiscal and mone...

Argentina's Economy Grows Despite Weak Business Investment

Argentina's economy expanded 2.3 percent from a year earlier in the first quarter, supported by stronger consumer spending and agricultural exports, although fixed investment declined by eleven percent, reflecting continued business caut...

Catamarca Approves Seven Hundred Million Dollar Lithium and Copper Mining Project

Authorities in Catamarca have approved a seven hundred and nine million dollar lithium and copper development under Argentina's new investment framework, strengthening the country's position in global critical minerals supply chains.

Argentina Prepares Central Bank Reform to Reinforce Fiscal Discipline

President Javier Milei's administration plans to submit legislation in August that would overhaul the Central Bank's charter, permanently prohibiting monetary financing of the treasury and embedding the government's zero-deficit policy i...

IMF Managing Director to Visit Vaca Muerta During Argentina Review Mission

International Monetary Fund Managing Director Kristalina Georgieva is set to visit the Vaca Muerta shale basin during an upcoming review mission, highlighting the growing importance of Argentina's energy exports to the country's long-ter...

Argentina's Central Bank Makes Largest Daily Foreign Exchange Purchase Since 2022

The Central Bank bought five hundred and thirty-two million dollars in a single trading session as strong agricultural export proceeds boosted foreign currency inflows, strengthening reserves and supporting plans to eventually remove cap...

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

Consumer prices rose 1.9 percent in June, pushing monthly inflation below the two percent mark and bringing core inflation to its lowest level in ten months, strengthening the government's fiscal and monetary policy strategy.

Argentina Extends Investment Incentive Program to Attract Energy and Technology Capital

The government has extended the application deadline for its flagship investment incentive regime to July 2027 and lowered the minimum investment threshold for offshore energy projects to two hundred million dollars, reinforcing its driv...

Argentina Reaches World Cup Semi-Finals

Argentina advanced to the semi-finals of the World Cup after defeating Switzerland, extending the defending champions' campaign and boosting the country's international profile during a period of renewed efforts to attract tourism and in...

Petroquímica Comodoro Rivadavia Raises Three Hundred Fifty Million Dollars for Expansion

Petroquímica Comodoro Rivadavia has secured a three hundred fifty million United States dollar international bond issue to refinance debt and expand its electricity generation and hydrocarbon operations.

Waton Launches Artificial Intelligence Wealth Management Platform in Buenos Aires

Nasdaq-listed technology company Waton has introduced its Artificial Intelligence investment platform in Buenos Aires, expanding digital wealth management services and reinforcing the city's position as a regional financial technology ce...

Buenos Aires Gains Direct Air Link to Auckland

A new direct flight between Buenos Aires and Auckland is expected to strengthen business travel, tourism, and commercial links with the Asia-Pacific region while improving market access for Argentine exporters.

Government Launches New Incentive Programme for Medium-Sized Investment Projects

Argentina has introduced a new investment incentive framework for medium-sized projects, offering tax and customs stability to encourage investment in agricultural technology, irrigation, and energy efficiency.