The blue dollar (the informal exchange rate in Argentina) started Friday, September 4, 2026, with mixed movements across the country. While in the city of Córdoba the rate remains unchanged from Thursday's close, in Buenos Aires it registered a $5 drop in early trading.
Daily Exchange Rates
| Dollar Type | Buy | Sell | Change |
|---|---|---|---|
| Official (Banco Nación) | $1,480 | $1,530 | Unchanged |
| Blue (Buenos Aires) | $1,525 | $1,545 | Down $5 |
| Blue (Córdoba) | $1,529 | $1,561 | Unchanged |
| Wholesale | $1,438 | $1,439 | Stable |
| MEP | ~$1,524.61 | ~$1,531.90 | — |
| CCL (Contado con Liquidación) | ~$1,589.03 | ~$1,590.30 | — |
| Crypto | ~$1,595.77 | ~$1,616.17 | — |
| Credit Card | — | $1,989 | Includes 30% surcharge |
The official dollar opened unchanged, with a rate of $1,480 for buying and $1,530 for selling at Banco Nación. Meanwhile, the wholesale dollar remains stable at $1,438 buy and $1,439 sell.
Market Context
The foreign exchange market shows signs of stability, though analysts expect a slight adjustment in the short term. The Central Bank purchased USD 15 million on Thursday, and in the first three days of September, it has accumulated purchases of USD 58 million. Gross international reserves grew by USD 342 million, reaching USD 50.8 billion.
Additionally, the country risk has decreased, and short-term rates in pesos have fallen below 20% annually, generating positive expectations. City consultants are revising their year-end dollar value estimates upward.
Other Economic News of the Day
- Record dairy exports: nearly US$ 1 billion entered in the first seven months of the year.
- Banking delinquency: the vice president of the Central Bank, Vladimir Werning, asked banks to absorb losses from loans; general delinquency reached a peak of 7.7%.
- Vehicle production: accumulated a 17.1% drop in the first eight months of 2026, with 56,907 fewer units than in 2025.
- Rural employment: about 120,000 temporary rural jobs could be lost as the regime allowing compatibility with social plans expires.
- Fixed-term deposits: grew 0.3% in August, standing out from other deposits.
The credit card dollar stands at $1,989, including the 30% surcharge for the Income Tax advance. This rate applies to foreign consumption and purchases in foreign currency with credit and debit cards.
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