The Argentine government fulfilled a $4.2 billion debt payment and is gearing up to launch the Bonar 2029. With a declining country risk and a stable exchange rate, investors are seeking the best options to maximize their dollars. Here is what analysts recommend.
President Javier Milei has presented a historic bill to lawmakers to reform the Central Bank's charter. The initiative aims to restore the institution's original mission of preserving the currency's value, prohibit financing the Treasury, and even shield the INDEC to guarantee absolute transparency.
July 13, 2026: Argentina's official dollar rate fell for a second day, settling between 1,505 and 1,510 ARS, while the informal blue dollar rose 15 ARS to 1,520 ARS. The country risk hit a multi-year low of 404 points, driven by a massive debt payment and a strong Central Bank shield.
The Central Bank of Argentina is reported to have intensified its shield to maintain exchange rate stability, deploying US$1 billion in futures and bonds during July 2026. With a historical low country risk and attractive term deposit rates, the government aims to anchor the official exchange rate around $1,515.
Este martes 14 de julio de 2026, el INDEC publicará el Índice de Precios al Consumidor de junio. Las proyecciones de consultoras y analistas anticipan una desaceleración significativa, con cifras que se ubicarían entre el 1,7% y el 1,9%, marcando un hito positivo al romper la barrera del 2% por primera vez en casi un año, alimentando la esperanza de estabilidad económica.
The government of Rolando Figueroa started a new round of salary negotiations for the second half of the year on July 13, 2026. While the teachers' union ATEN already has an annual deal, ATE, UPCN, and highway workers aim to recover purchasing power. The next meeting is set for July 28.
Private consulting firms project that Argentina's inflation for June 2026 could drop below the 2% mark, landing between 1.8% and 1.9%. This marks a significant improvement from the 2.1% recorded in May. For July and August, expectations remain similarly low. The government is optimistic, and the country risk continues to fall.
The international soybean price neared US$440 per ton in Chicago, fueled by geopolitical tensions in the Strait of Hormuz and US heatwaves. However, in Argentina, farmers are registering the lowest forward sales in three decades, challenging grain companies with a retention strategy that is redefining the market.
According to a July 13, 2026 report by Infobae, YPF Luz, the electric power subsidiary of Argentina's state-owned oil company, has filed with the SEC to trade independently on Wall Street under the symbol YLUZ. Generating 10% of the nation's electricity and boasting $640.8 million in 2025 revenues, the company is poised to lead the renewable market.
Tras el pago de vencimientos por US$2.500 millones, los bonos soberanos y los ADRs bancarios operaron en rojo. Sin embargo, el salto de las energéticas y la expectativa de que la inflación perfore el 2% inyectan un fuerte optimismo al mercado argentino de cara al segundo semestre.
As of July 13, 2026, the end of the Middle East ceasefire and tensions in the Strait of Hormuz have driven international soybean prices up, improving local quotes. However, the Argentine market has registered the lowest price fixation in three decades for the oilseed. Despite this cautious approach, the global scenario offers a highly promising outlook.
Argentina's country risk is approaching 400 points, its lowest level since 2018, fueling highly optimistic projections for dollar-denominated bonds. Analysts anticipate potential gains of up to 7% if the downward trend continues toward 300 points, within a promising context of macroeconomic stability.
On Monday, July 13, 2026, Argentina's official dollar showed stability while the parallel exchange rate saw an increase, especially in the interior. With a country risk near 400 points, the market is closely watching the Central Bank's robust strategies.
The provincial government of Buenos Aires has officially confirmed a 7% salary increase for its security forces, to be paid in two installments: 5% in July and 2% in August. This move aligns with recent agreements with teachers and public employees during challenging economic times.
Projections indicate that Argentina's June 2026 inflation would settle between 1.8% and 1.9%, breaking the 2% barrier for the first time and confirming a price slowdown. Meanwhile, the official exchange rate remains stable around 1,500 pesos, backed by the Central Bank, and the country risk reaches its lowest level since 2018.
The official US dollar exchange rate in Argentina experienced a second consecutive drop, erasing July's accumulated gains and moving away from the currency band ceiling. Meanwhile, the informal blue dollar saw a jump, reopening an attractive panorama for peso investments and carry trade strategies.
With a bold financial strategy, Argentina's Central Bank seeks to maintain exchange rate stability heading into 2027. Key measures include market interventions and bond sales, creating an ideal scenario for investors seeking high yields in pesos. The country risk hits historic lows, signaling a positive economic turnaround.
The Buenos Aires City Government has officially launched the Family and Personal Debt Reduction Program, a hopeful initiative allowing families to refinance overdue credit card and personal loan debts with a maximum 35% interest rate and terms starting at 24 months. Discover the requirements, dates, and how to apply.
On Monday, July 13, 2026, Argentina's official dollar rate closed lower at Banco Nación, while the informal 'blue' dollar rose again in the Buenos Aires market. The Central Bank continues its strategy to anchor the currency near $1,500, amid a context of low inflation and an improving country risk that is attracting foreign investors.
El Banco Central publicó la tabla comparativa de tasas de interés para depósitos a 30 días en pesos. Con la inflación proyectada en bajada, algunas entidades financieras ofrecen rendimientos superiores al 22% anual, convirtiendo al plazo fijo en una opción atractiva para proteger los ahorros.
Este 13 de julio de 2026, el dólar oficial para la venta minorista abre a 1.515 ARS en Banco Nación. El BCRA activó un fuerte dispositivo con 20.000 millones de dólares para sostener la cotización, mientras el riesgo país cae a 400 puntos, su menor nivel desde 2018. Con un plan para cubrir 25.000 millones de USD en 2027, el panorama económico muestra optimismo y proyección de crecimiento.
To maintain the exchange rate at 1,500 pesos, the Argentine Central Bank is deploying a robust financial plan heading into 2027. Intervening in futures, selling dollar-linked bonds, and managing liquidity are key tools to prevent the US dollar from surging and to attract investors to the local market.
Private consultants and Argentina's Central Bank project that inflation will remain below 2% in July 2026, driven by winter tourism but offset by food prices. The national government views this trend with optimism as it consolidates a drop in country risk.
The U.S. Federal Reserve prepares for a decisive week with a wave of key official speeches, led by Warsh and Waller, which could redefine expectations for a potential rate hike in July. The cryptocurrency market, with Bitcoin hovering around $64,000, awaits June's CPI data with great anticipation.
Motorcycle sales surged by 43% in the first half of 2026 in Argentina, driven by new accessible financing lines. Discover the options from the National Bank to pay in up to 72 installments and the monthly value of the most chosen models.
Alfredo S. Quiroga
