30/07/2026 18:31 - Economia
On July 30, 2026, Argentina's currency market closed the fourth trading day of the week with a sense of calm and stability. According to reports from Ámbito and El Cronista, the official dollar fell for the second consecutive day, mirroring a global weakening of the US currency (the DXY index dropped over 0.8% to 99.97 points).
This correction offers a breather after recent nominal highs, in a context where the government successfully placed $12.21 trillion ARS and USD 309 million in a bond reopening (Bonar 2029) on Wednesday.
The official dollar fell $5 from the previous close, now sitting 23.9% below the upper band of the exchange rate corridor set by the BCRA at $1,843.63 ARS.
The blue dollar also fell $5, narrowing the gap with the official rate to about 3.64%. The MEP (Mercado Electrónico de Pagos) and CCL (Contado con Liquidación) are rates obtained by buying and selling bonds, allowing investors to dollarize portfolios without leaving the formal financial system.
The Central Bank of Argentina (BCRA) continues its strong pace of reserve accumulation. On July 30, the entity intervened in the Single and Free Exchange Market (MULC) purchasing USD 117 million. Gross international reserves now stand at USD 49,001 million, building a cushion that provides stability to the economic system.
Markets are optimistically awaiting the presidential announcement scheduled for 8:00 PM local time, where the reform of the BCRA's Organic Charter will be presented. The reform aims to strengthen the institution's mandate to preserve the value of the currency.
USD 49,001 M
Daily Purchases: USD 117 M
| Bank | Buy (ARS) | Sell (ARS) |
|---|---|---|
| Banco de Galicia y Buenos Aires S.A. | 1,460.00 | 1,510.00 |
| Banco de la Nación Argentina | 1,465.00 | 1,515.00 |
| ICBC Argentina S.A.U. | 1,450.00 | 1,510.00 |
| Banco BBVA Argentina S.A. | 1,465.00 | 1,515.00 |
| Banco Supervielle S.A. | 1,462.50 | 1,520.50 |
| Banco de la Ciudad de Buenos Aires | 1,455.00 | 1,515.00 |
| Banco Patagonia S.A. | 1,470.00 | 1,520.00 |
| Banco Santander Argentina S.A. | 1,465.00 | 1,515.00 |
| Banco Macro S.A. | 1,465.00 | 1,520.00 |
Source: El Cronista, survey on 30/07/2026.
Alfredo S. Quiroga
