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Argentina Mining Exports Top $6 Billion in Eight Months as Lithium Shipments Surge

Argentina’s mining exports exceeded $6 billion between January and August, roughly matching the previous full year, as lithium export volumes jumped 134% and strong gold and silver prices supported revenue.

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Fundar Says Argentina Posted Growth Alongside Falling Formal Employment

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