Buenos Aires Times

Morgan Stanley Builds a Wall Street Lead in AI Infrastructure Finance

Hybrid bonds, private-credit vehicles and chip-backed loans have placed the bank at the center of a data-center investment cycle increasingly funded through debt.

Spain Defeats Argentina in Extra Time to Win Second World Cup

Ferran Torres scored in the one hundred and sixth minute as Spain beat the defending champions one-nil in New Jersey and reclaimed the title sixteen years after its first triumph.

Venezuela’s Earthquake Devastation Turns U.S. Investment Opportunity Into a Thirty-Seven Billion Dollar Reconstruction Challenge

A surge of American investment interest in Venezuela’s oil and mineral sectors has been overtaken by one of the country’s worst natural disasters, forcing the Trump administration to balance strategic economic ambitions with an enormous ...

Midterm Election Outcome Supports Argentina's Return to International Debt Markets

Improved investor confidence following the ruling coalition's stronger congressional position has helped sovereign borrowers, companies and provincial governments raise more than fourteen billion United States dollars in international fi...

Argentina Maintains Three Percent Economic Growth Outlook as Inflation Continues to Ease

Major financial institutions continue to forecast three percent economic growth this year, supported by stronger energy production and agricultural output, while monthly inflation has fallen below two percent.

Buenos Aires Property Market Strengthens Around Planned Subway Line F

Property values and commercial leasing activity are improving along the proposed Line F corridor as investors anticipate future transport infrastructure linking several Buenos Aires neighbourhoods.

Argentina and United States Expand Bilateral Trade Cooperation

Government and business officials reported stronger commercial engagement following a reciprocal trade agreement with the United States, with efforts focused on reducing non-tariff barriers and improving digital trade.

Archer Deploys Advanced Drilling Rigs to Expand Vaca Muerta Production

Oilfield services company Archer introduced high-capacity drilling rigs in the Neuquén Basin to ease equipment constraints and support continued growth in Argentina's shale production.

Argentina Protests Presence of British Military Vessel Near Falkland Islands

The Foreign Ministry lodged a formal diplomatic protest over the presence of a United Kingdom military vessel near the Falkland Islands, underscoring that the sovereignty dispute remains a central issue in Argentina's foreign policy.

Argentina Becomes Latin America's Second Largest Blockchain Transactions Market

Financial industry data showed digital payment platforms and cryptocurrency exchanges processed more than ninety-three billion United States dollars in blockchain transactions over the past year, highlighting continued growth in Argentin...

Neuquén Expects Oil Royalties to Reach Six Billion Dollars Annually

Provincial authorities project oil royalty income could reach six billion United States dollars a year by the end of the decade as Vaca Muerta production expands and new export infrastructure comes online.

Globant Expands Artificial Intelligence Partnerships With Vercel and Anthropic

Technology company Globant announced new strategic partnerships with Vercel and Anthropic to accelerate enterprise artificial intelligence deployment, strengthening Argentina's position in advanced software engineering.

Argentina's Beef Exports to the United States Jump One Hundred Fifty-Eight Percent

Argentine cattle producers are shifting toward export-oriented production after deregulation and the removal of export restrictions, with beef shipments to the United States rising by more than one hundred fifty-eight percent.

World Bank Endorses Long-Term Partnership Framework for Argentina Through 2033

The World Bank approved a seven-year country partnership framework aimed at supporting private sector growth, infrastructure investment and state modernisation, providing long-term backing for Argentina's macroeconomic reform programme.

Argentina Approves Major Gas Pipeline and POSCO Lithium Expansion Projects

Economy Minister Luis Caputo authorised investment incentives for a one billion three hundred million United States dollar Vaca Muerta gas pipeline and a two hundred eight million United States dollar expansion of POSCO's lithium project...

Argentina Moves Toward Mercosur-European Union Trade Agreement Implementation

Following domestic ratification under President Javier Milei's administration, Argentine exporters are preparing for the provisional application of the Mercosur-European Union trade agreement, which is expected to reduce tariffs on indus...

Argentina's Central Bank Strengthens Reserves With Six Billion Dollar Reverse Repo

The Central Bank successfully rolled over a six billion United States dollar reverse repurchase agreement after purchasing nearly eleven billion United States dollars in net foreign exchange during the first half of the year, reinforcing...

Argentina Attracts More Than Fifty Billion Dollars in Mining and Energy Investment Applications

The Economy Ministry said projects submitted under the RIGI investment incentive programme have exceeded fifty billion United States dollars, with most proposals focused on copper, lithium and liquefied natural gas developments backed by...

Argentina Approves Two Billion Seven Hundred Million Dollar Fertilizer Plant Powered by Vaca Muerta Gas

Pampa Energía approved a major investment in a new urea fertilizer plant that will use natural gas from the Vaca Muerta shale formation, reducing Argentina's reliance on imported fertilizers while strengthening support for domestic soybe...

Trump Administration Pressures Banks to Restrict Financial Access for Undocumented Immigrants

New federal guidance encourages banks to scrutinize immigration-related credit risks and share more customer information, advancing a broader strategy intended to make remaining in the United States without legal status increasingly diff...

Lower Inflation Supports Argentina's Broader Economic Reform Agenda

The slowdown in monthly inflation is strengthening the government's efforts to ease export taxes, relax foreign exchange restrictions, and create conditions for sustained private-sector investment.

European Union-Mercosur Trade Deal Reshapes Argentina's Export Outlook

The gradual implementation of the European Union-Mercosur trade agreement is providing exporters with greater certainty while expanding access to European markets for agricultural and industrial products.

Investment Incentives Accelerate Energy and Mining Development

The expansion of Argentina's investment incentive framework and the launch of the Vaca Muerta acreage offering point to faster development of the country's oil, gas, and lithium resources.

Argentina Strengthens Domestic Financing Strategy

The government's financing surplus and planned reliance on domestic bond markets reflect a broader effort to reduce dependence on external borrowing while working toward an investment-grade sovereign credit rating.

Argentina Expands Anti-Smuggling Operations Along Its Borders

Federal security forces have increased patrols and deployed advanced surveillance technology across northern border regions and maritime zones to combat contraband and protect legitimate manufacturing and fishing industries.

Argentina Prioritizes High-Voltage Grid Expansion

The Energy Secretariat is using new investment programs to advance major transmission projects aimed at removing long-standing bottlenecks that limit the integration of renewable energy into the national electricity grid.

Buenos Aires Premium Property Market Rebounds

Foreign investment and returning domestic capital are driving renewed demand for luxury housing and prime office space in Puerto Madero and northern Buenos Aires as confidence in Argentina's economic outlook improves.

Open Skies Policy Expands International Air Connections to Buenos Aires

The government's aviation liberalization strategy is attracting more international airlines to Ezeiza International Airport, lowering freight costs and improving tourism and logistics connectivity.

Milei Government Pushes Ahead With Broad Deregulation Agenda

Backed by a stronger congressional coalition, the government is continuing to remove price controls, labor restrictions, and state monopolies as part of its broader free-market reform program.

Argentina Accelerates Paraná River Dredging to Support Grain Exports

Transport authorities are advancing dredging and port modernization along the Paraná-Paraguay waterway to improve access for deep-draft vessels carrying Argentina's agricultural exports to global markets.

Argentina's Technology Sector Benefits From Easing Import Restrictions

Reduced import controls and more efficient cross-border payment systems are supporting growth in software development, financial technology, and digital exports from Argentina's technology sector.

YPF Luz Expands Renewable Energy Supply With Mendoza Solar Project

Tourism company Mundo Marino signed an agreement for YPF Luz to supply 80 percent of its electricity needs from the newly commissioned 305-megawatt El Quemado Solar Park in Mendoza.

Milei Reaffirms Alignment With United States and Israel at AMIA Commemoration

During events marking the thirty-second anniversary of the AMIA bombing in Buenos Aires, President Javier Milei met a former Hamas hostage and reiterated Argentina's strong alignment with the United States and Israel while condemning Ira...

Brazil's Supreme Court Blocks Javier Milei Visit to Jair Bolsonaro

Brazil's Supreme Court rejected a request for President Javier Milei to visit former President Jair Bolsonaro during a political gathering in São Paulo, highlighting continued diplomatic sensitivities between South America's two largest ...

Government Plans Phased Reduction of Agricultural Export Taxes

Argentina's Economy Ministry is preparing a timetable to gradually reduce agricultural export duties in an effort to encourage grain sales, strengthen foreign currency inflows, and provide greater certainty for producers.

Argentina Launches New Incentive Program for Small and Medium-Sized Investments

The government activated the RIMI investment framework, offering tax incentives and greater foreign exchange flexibility to encourage new spending on agribusiness, irrigation, energy efficiency, and manufacturing upgrades.

Lithium Argentina Advances Caucharí-Olaroz Expansion Under National Investment Program

Lithium Argentina secured approval for the second phase of its Caucharí-Olaroz project after becoming one of the first mining companies authorized under the national Large Investments Incentive Regime.

European Union and Mercosur Advance Trade Agreement Implementation

Following Argentina's ratification, exporters are preparing to benefit from the provisional application of the European Union-Mercosur trade agreement, which removes billions of euros in tariffs on South American agricultural, automotive...

Argentina Extends Six Billion Dollar Reverse Repo Agreements to Support Foreign Reserves

The Central Bank refinanced 6 billion United States dollars in reverse repurchase agreements with international banks through 2028, strengthening foreign currency liquidity and supporting exchange rate stability as international reserves...

YPF Power Generation Unit Files for New York Stock Market Listing

YPF Energía Eléctrica submitted documentation to the United States Securities and Exchange Commission for an initial public offering, with shareholders including General Electric and the China Silk Road Fund seeking to capitalize on Arge...

Neuquén Launches Largest Vaca Muerta Exploration Auction Since 2016

Provincial energy company Gas y Petróleo del Neuquén offered 15 exploration blocks to international investors, using new pipeline infrastructure and national investment incentives to accelerate development of the Vaca Muerta shale format...

Argentina Extends Large Investment Incentive Program to Attract More Foreign Capital

A presidential decree extended the deadline to join the RIGI investment regime until July 2027, expanded eligibility to offshore hydrocarbon projects, and updated tax, customs, and dividend repatriation rules for strategic investments.

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

Official data showed consumer prices rose 1.9 percent in June, bringing annual inflation down to 33.5 percent and marking a significant milestone for President Javier Milei's fiscal and monetary stabilization program.

Argentina Posts Financing Surplus as Government Pursues Investment-Grade Credit Rating

Economy Minister Luis Caputo said Argentina has exceeded its 2026 debt financing needs by 3.7 billion United States dollars and will deepen domestic capital markets through a planned 2 billion dollar local bond sale while avoiding renewe...