Argentina's Rivadavia Seguros introduces 'Modo Eco', a groundbreaking initiative for hybrid and electric vehicles. Enjoy 50% off the first three premiums on 2026 models, plus two native trees planted per policy in partnership with NGO Germinar. A unique blend of savings and environmental action.
On August 2, 2026, Ariel Szarfsztejn, CEO of Mercado Libre, took to X (formerly Twitter) to celebrate the company's 27th anniversary. The post, which quickly went viral, highlights how a small Argentine startup became the region's undisputed e-commerce leader, transforming millions of lives across Latin America.
In a recent post on X, Mercado Libre's CEO Ariel Szarfsztejn revealed Q2 2026 results: over 30 straight quarters of year-over-year growth above 30%, and a 37% surge in users who combine the marketplace with Mercado Pago. This signals the company's long-term engine.
On August 13, 2026, Argentina's Economy Minister Luis Caputo announced a partial easing of dollar-denominated loans exclusively for legal entities (companies). The measure, which does not apply to individuals, aims to expand access to foreign currency credit amid ongoing exchange restrictions. Details on requirements and amounts are still pending.
In a move to boost credit access, Argentina's Economy Minister Luis Caputo announced that banks can now lend dollars to any company, not just exporters. The new rule caps such loans at 15% of each bank's dollar deposits, sparking mixed reactions online.
Argentina's Economy Minister Luis Caputo announced that banks have refinanced overdue debts over a three-year period, and most borrowers have resumed payments. The official statement, released Thursday, aims to protect taxpayers while easing pressure on households and businesses amid high inflation and interest rates.
The historic Mar del Plata supermarket chain, with 1,800 employees, sold one of its stores to cover 60% of July salaries it owed. Unions lifted work stoppages after the company committed to pay by Friday, August 14, 2026. Staff from the sold branch will be reassigned to other locations.
Argentina's national statistics agency, INDEC, reported a 2.1% monthly inflation rate for July 2026, up from 1.9% in June and ending a three-month streak of slowing price increases. The annual rate stands at 33.8%, while the first seven months of the year accumulate 19.3%. Economy Minister Luis Caputo highlighted a historic drop in clothing prices, but economists remain divided on whether disinflation is truly on track.
On August 12, 2026, Argentina's Chamber of Deputies Foreign Relations Committee approved the MERCOSUR-Singapore Free Trade Agreement, bringing the bloc's first-ever trade pact with an Asian nation one step closer to law. With Senate approval already secured, the treaty now heads to the full chamber for a final vote.
On August 11, 2026, the US Department of Agriculture ordered the recall of 13.4 tons of Argentine beef. According to Pablo Quirno, an Argentine official, the cause was an administrative non-compliance by the importer, not a quality issue. The event raises concerns in the local export sector.
On the night of December 10, 2023, as Javier Milei was sworn in as President of Argentina, newly appointed Finance Secretary Pablo Quirno took to social media with a powerful message. He called the moment the 'greatest challenge of our generation' and vowed to 'leave it all on the field' for the country's future, urging unity in the face of a severe economic crisis.
Argentina's Ministry of Economy reported on August 13, 2026, that the Consumer Price Index (CPI) rose 2.1% in July, while core inflation advanced 1.8%. The figure slightly exceeded market expectations, breaking a three-month trend of deceleration. Seasonal prices and services drove the increase, with recreation and culture leading at 5.0%.
Argentina's Economy Ministry announced a partial relaxation of dollar-denominated loans for businesses on August 13, 2026. Minister Luis Caputo clarified the measure applies only to legal entities, not individuals, responding to industry requests for broader credit access. This move could boost investment and trade amid strict currency controls.
Argentina's Economy Minister Luis Caputo announced on Thursday, August 13, 2026, a partial easing of dollar-denominated loans for businesses, aiming to boost credit in key sectors like construction and automotive. He stated that high peso interest rates and the Tax Innocence Law make this the appropriate moment, encouraging people to deposit dollars instead of keeping them under the mattress.
Economy Minister Luis Caputo announced a partial relaxation of dollar-denominated loans for businesses, highlighting a surge in foreign currency deposits from $14 billion to $40 billion and loans from $3.7 billion to $24.7 billion since he took office. The move aims to boost credit, employment, and economic recovery.
Argentina's Economy Minister Luis Caputo addressed the growing loan default rate, rejecting any state bailout for banks. He revealed that lenders are already refinancing debts over three years at 20-25% interest, while emphasizing that public funds must prioritize salaries over bank losses.
Argentina's Economy Minister Luis Caputo announced the signing of agreements with Catamarca Governor Raúl Jalil under the REOR regime, a mechanism that offsets mutual debts between the province and the national government. The move aims to protect fiscal balance and strengthen provincial finances without cash transfers.
Argentina's small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) have achieved their best export performance in over a decade, shipping USD 6,446 million worth of goods between January and July 2026. The 26% year-on-year surge, announced by Economy Minister Toto Caputo, signals a robust recovery and growing international competitiveness for the country's business backbone.
Argentina's consumer prices rose 2.1% in July, a slowdown from June's 2.5%, according to INDEC. Economy Minister Toto Caputo hailed the drop, with core inflation at 1.8% and seasonal items up 4.5%.
On August 13, 2026, YPF's CEO Horacio Marín announced the formal submission of the Argentina LNG project under the RIGI incentive regime. With an investment exceeding $51 billion, this initiative aims to transform Vaca Muerta's natural gas into LNG exports, positioning Argentina as a global energy player.
Argentina's national statistics bureau (INDEC) reported on Thursday, August 13, that consumer prices rose 2.1% in July, ending three consecutive months of slowing inflation. Core inflation came in at 1.8%, while seasonal prices jumped 4.5% due to winter holiday travel. The figure matched market expectations, though the government had promised 0% for August.
In a surprising tweet on Thursday, August 13, 2026, Argentine congressman Fernando A. Iglesias (PRO) sparked debate by saying that the recent 2.1% monthly inflation rate being considered bad news is actually a sign of progress. Here's why.
Argentina's national statistics agency INDEC reported a 2.1% monthly inflation for July, up from June's 1.9%. Prices have risen 19.3% so far this year. Recreation and culture led the increases, while clothing prices actually fell. Regional differences and key categories are detailed below.
Fernando A. Iglesias, Argentina's ambassador to the EU, sparked a social media storm by accusing Clarín, one of the country's largest newspapers, of inflating inflation data. The controversy centers on a report citing July inflation at 2.9% and a year-to-date figure of 19.4%, raising questions about the credibility of economic statistics.
In a landmark move, San Juan's governor Marcelo Orrego announced a $250 million non-repayable agreement with mining firm Vicuña to fund infrastructure projects. After 18 months of negotiations, the deal promises jobs and growth, but sparks debate over its ties to Argentina's RIGI incentive regime.
