Buenos Aires Times

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.

Corporate Borrowing Surges as Argentine Companies Raise Fourteen Billion Dollars

Argentine companies and provincial governments have raised more than fourteen billion United States dollars in international debt markets this year, financing infrastructure, energy, and telecommunications projects as investor confidence...

International Monetary Fund Approves One Billion Dollar Disbursement for Argentina

The International Monetary Fund authorised the release of a one billion United States dollar tranche under its extended financing programme after praising Argentina's fiscal reforms, stronger foreign reserves, and continued primary budge...

Argentina Approves Seven Hundred Million Dollar Lithium Project Under New Investment Framework

The government has approved the Tres Quebradas lithium project in Catamarca under its new large investment incentive regime. The development is expected to produce forty thousand tonnes of lithium carbonate annually and generate around f...

International Banks Prepare One Billion Dollar Financing for Vaca Muerta Export Infrastructure

Citigroup, JPMorgan, and Santander are finalising a one billion United States dollar financing package to expand Transportadora de Gas del Sur infrastructure linking Neuquén and Bahía Blanca, supporting higher shale gas exports and easin...

Argentina's Foreign Reserves Near Fifty Billion Dollars as Sovereign Risk Falls Sharply

The Central Bank of Argentina said international reserves have nearly doubled since 2023 to forty-nine billion United States dollars, while the country's sovereign risk premium has fallen to four hundred basis points, supported by a reco...

Argentina Secures One Point Two Billion Dollar Investment for Atucha Small Modular Nuclear Reactor

Argentina has reached an agreement with Meitner Energy to build a light-water small modular reactor at the Atucha nuclear complex near Buenos Aires. Officials said the project represents the largest foreign investment in the country's nu...

Argentina Awards Major Vaca Muerta Liquefied Natural Gas Pipeline Contract

YPF, ENI, and ADNOC have awarded a one point two billion United States dollar construction contract for Argentina's largest natural gas pipeline to a consortium led by United States firm Pumpco, marking a key step toward a final investme...

Harvard Astrophysicist to Lead U.S. Scientific Advisory on Unidentified Aerial Phenomena

Professor Avi Loeb appointed to advise the government on UAP data collection and analysis, emphasizing a data-driven approach over speculation.

On the Island That Did Not Yield to Trump, There Is No Electricity, and 10 Million Live in Darkness

On the Island That Did Not Yield to Trump, There Is No Electricity, and 10 Million Live in Darkness

Cuba's power grid has collapsed for the third time in nine days amid fuel shortages linked to the U.S. oil blockade, leaving the island's 10 million residents without power as frustration and protests grow.

Buenos Aires Stock Market Reaches Record Dollar Valuation

Argentina's main stock index has climbed to a record level in United States dollar terms, driven by strong gains in banking and energy shares as investors continue to reprice Argentine assets.

Argentina and United States Expand Cooperation on Critical Minerals

Argentina and the United States are strengthening cooperation on lithium and copper supply chains to support electric vehicle production and semiconductor manufacturing.

Argentina's Dairy Production Forecast Raised on Stronger Output Prospects

The United States Department of Agriculture has increased its forecast for Argentina's dairy production to more than eleven point seven million metric tons, citing favorable weather, deregulation and stronger export opportunities.

Stellantis Expands Vehicle Exports From Argentina

Stellantis has increased exports from its Argentine manufacturing operations to meet stronger regional demand while incorporating locally sourced lithium into its electric vehicle supply chain.

Luxury Real Estate Investment Accelerates in Buenos Aires Financial District

International developers and hospitality companies are increasing investments in premium commercial properties across Puerto Madero and Buenos Aires' financial district in anticipation of stronger business activity.

Government Accelerates Privatization of State-Owned Industrial Enterprises

Argentina's government has added several industrial and military-linked state enterprises to its privatization program as part of broader economic reforms and fiscal restructuring.

Argentina Launches Direct Auckland-Buenos Aires Air Service

A new direct route between Auckland and Buenos Aires has begun operations, improving travel, trade and business links between Argentina and the Asia-Pacific region.

Global Cloud Providers Expand Data Center Investments in Buenos Aires

International technology companies have begun building new hyperscale data centers in Buenos Aires to support growing demand for cloud computing and artificial intelligence services across the region.

Argentine Provinces Return to International Debt Markets

Several provincial governments have raised more than fourteen billion United States dollars through international debt issuance, with proceeds directed primarily toward energy and infrastructure projects.

Argentina Builds Foreign Exchange Reserves as Agricultural Exports Accelerate

The Central Bank has increased its dollar reserves following stronger soybean and corn export sales, supported by lower export taxes and improving confidence in the country's economic outlook.

Ualá Raises One Hundred Ninety-Five Million Dollars at Valuation Above Three Billion Dollars

Argentine fintech company Ualá has secured one hundred ninety-five million United States dollars in new funding led by Allianz X and Tencent to expand its digital banking and insurance businesses across Argentina and Mexico.

Zijin Mining Expands Argentina Lithium Investment Under New Incentive Framework

Zijin Mining has approved a major expansion of its lithium carbonate operations under Argentina's Large Investment Incentives Regime, reinforcing international investment in the country's critical minerals sector.

YPF Advances Liquefied Natural Gas Export Terminal Investment

YPF and its international partners are moving toward a final investment decision on a major liquefied natural gas export terminal designed to bring Vaca Muerta natural gas to global markets by 2027.

United States Investors Back One Point Two Billion Dollar Small Modular Reactor Project

Argentina has secured a one point two billion United States dollar private investment from the United States to develop a small modular reactor near the Atucha nuclear complex, marking the largest foreign investment in the country's nucl...

Argentina Signals Final Phase of Capital Control Removal

The Central Bank has indicated that the remaining currency controls could soon be lifted as the gap between the official and parallel exchange rates narrows, supporting the government's financial normalization plans.

Credit Rating Agencies Upgrade Argentina's Sovereign Debt

S&P Global and Fitch Ratings have upgraded Argentina's sovereign credit rating, citing fiscal consolidation, stronger foreign exchange reserves and reduced reliance on central bank financing.

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

Consumer prices rose one point nine percent in June from the previous month, the slowest pace in eight years, as tighter fiscal and monetary policies and a more stable exchange rate continued to ease inflationary pressures.

European Union Advances Mercosur Trade Agreement After Argentine Approval

The European Commission has begun the process of provisionally applying the European Union-Mercosur free trade agreement after progress in Argentina's ratification process, moving the long-delayed accord closer to implementation.

Vaca Muerta Shale Becomes Argentina's Largest Source of Oil and Gas Production

Output from the Vaca Muerta shale formation has surpassed half of Argentina's total hydrocarbon production, reflecting major investments by YPF and international energy companies that are strengthening the country's position as a future ...

International Monetary Fund Reaffirms Three Point Five Percent Growth Forecast for Argentina

The International Monetary Fund has maintained its forecast for Argentina's economy to grow by three point five percent in 2026, endorsing the government's stabilization program as Managing Director Kristalina Georgieva prepares for talk...

Vice President Victoria Villarruel Supports Higher Teacher Salaries

Vice President Victoria Villarruel publicly endorsed improved pay for teachers, signaling that the government may selectively address public sector wage concerns while maintaining its broader commitment to fiscal discipline.

Automakers Shift Production Toward Export-Oriented Vehicles

Argentine vehicle manufacturers are increasing production of higher-margin commercial vehicles for export markets as weaker domestic demand and changing trade conditions reshape the automotive industry.

New Zealand Sees Growing Business Opportunities in Argentina

New Zealand's Ministry of Foreign Affairs identified Argentina's deregulation, energy development, and technology sectors as expanding opportunities for closer commercial engagement between the two countries.

New International Flights Boost Patagonia Tourism

Additional international air services, including a direct Auckland-Buenos Aires route, are driving stronger tourism demand, increased hospitality investment, and higher foreign exchange earnings across Patagonia.

Argentina and Brazil Face New Trade Frictions Within Mercosur

Argentina's deregulation agenda and tariff reductions are reshaping trade relations with Brazil, increasing competitive pressure on Brazilian manufacturers and prompting renewed debate over the future direction of Mercosur.

Global Shipping Companies Modernize Argentine Port Operations

Maersk and other logistics companies introduced new operational and predictive planning systems to improve the reliability of agricultural and industrial exports as weather-related disruptions affect regional shipping routes.