Editorial Tightening Santa’s belt Today 05:54 The question is whether government policies are on course to translate the budget’s premises into anything remotely resembling reality.
POLITICS & CONGRESS Milei’s 2026 Budget bill likely to win Senate approval Yesterday 15:45 Government bill wins support of four senators from Convicción Federal caucus; Milei says he won’t veto bill, but will redistribute spending if key articles fall.
The (Half-) Week in Review Stories that caught our eye: December 20 to 24 Yesterday 14:17 A selection of stories that caught our eye over the last few days in Argentina.
PUBLIC SPENDING STATS Milei’s chainsaw slashes 50 trillion pesos in spending 23-12-2025 16:35 Data from the IARAF institute shows government has cut almost US$8 billion in spending since taking office – and President Milei is going for more, saying he will readjust spending even if 2026 Budget is approved.
BONDS & MARKETS Argentines pile into short-term bonds to dodge FX controls 23-12-2025 16:16 Domestic businesses and investors are paying a premium to stock up on dollars in a creative effort to sidestep currency controls.
BONDS & MARKETS Argentina to ‘try not to’ sell bonds in January, Caputo says 23-12-2025 14:56 “The objective is to eliminate the dependence the country has on Wall Street,” says economy minister.
ECONOMIC INDICATORS Report: Sharp drop in employees, employers in Milei’s first two years 23-12-2025 14:47 Between November 2023 and September 2025, almost 281,000 registered jobs were lost with over 20,000 companies closing down, according to CEPA report based on government data.
BEEF CONSUMPTION & EXPORT Argentina’s historic love affair with beef begins to fray 23-12-2025 14:19 Nation's historic, identity-defining relationship with beef is undergoing a slow and profound change, with a future focused on exports.
ECONOMIC INDICATORS Economy grew less than expected before midterms 22-12-2025 18:03 Argentina’s economy grew less than expected in October in the face of a market sell-off.
EU-MERCOSUR TRADE DEAL Mercosur wants on-the-fence EU to know it has other options 21-12-2025 08:48 As the European Union struggles to complete a trade deal with Mercosur, competitors eyeing South America’s consumer market and vast mineral resources are taking note.
MERCOSUR SUMMIT Lula, Milei clash over Venezuela at Mercosur summit 20-12-2025 20:11 President Milei again calls for flexibility on Mercosur's trade rules in speech to regional summit; Argentina's leader clashes with Brazilian leader Lula over US President Donald Trump's approach to Venezuela.
EU-MERCOSUR TRADE DEAL Europe stumbles in its attempt to bypass Trump’s world order 20-12-2025 14:12 The ongoing failure to ratify the accord is a blow for the EU, which wants to use the transatlantic agreement as evidence that it could be a global power.
POLITICS – ANALYSIS Milei’s tactical retreat and the liquid contours of power 20-12-2025 08:48 Milei’s libertarians have grown in owned legislative muscle, they still need from circumstantial allies and provincial governors to pass legislation. by Agustino Fontevecchia
Diplomatic beat British Embassy hails Jane Austen’s enduring legacy on anniversary 20-12-2025 08:43 UK Ambassador David Cairns leads event celebrating 250 years since the birth of beloved author.
Editorial 'cause I’m the Taxman 20-12-2025 08:02 In restricting government to ever narrower circles, Milei is misreading the results of the last midterms. But Milei’s conclusion is that sister knows best.
Analysing Argentina Wide open field for Milei 20-12-2025 07:44 A libertarian but not a “libertidiot,” as he likes to say, Milei seems to have picked security rather than risk for the new stage of his administration. It is a good choice. by Marcelo J. García
the week in review Stories that caught our eye: December 12 to 19 19-12-2025 18:26 A selection of the stories that caught our eye over the last seven days in Argentina.
EU-MERCOSUR TRADE DEAL Mercosur meets in Brazil, EU eyes January 12 trade deal 19-12-2025 17:35 Deal, which has been under negotiation for more than 25 years, met with fierce opposition from farmers and has now been postponed to January.
AGRICULTURE & ECONOMY Grassi clears hurdle to take over distressed soy giant 19-12-2025 17:28 Grassi SA, one of Argentina’s top grain brokerages, cleared what could be the last hurdle to take over distressed exporter Vicentin SAIC.
EU-MERCOSUR TRADE DEAL Lula paves way for postponement of EU-Mercosur trade deal signing 18-12-2025 16:51 After call with Italian Prime Minister Giorgia Meloni, Brazil president says will present proposed EU trade deal postponement to Mercosur at weekend summit.
POLITICS & LABOUR CGT leads first rally against Milei’s labour reform bill 18-12-2025 16:43 Demonstration called by labour federation draws thousands to Plaza de Mayo.
MENDOZA MINING PROJECT Cradle of Malbec wine is warming up to copper mining 18-12-2025 16:34 Swiss-backed venture seeking to build first large copper mine in province better known for winemaking is considering financing offers in key test case for fledgling industry.
POLITICS & CONGRESS Key reforms up for debate as Milei begins Congress push 18-12-2025 15:48 Lawmakers open debate on Milei’s 2026 Budget bill, a labour reform package and controversial changes to the National Glaciers Law.
POLITICS & CONGRESS Milei’s Budget clears lower house – but without repeal clauses 18-12-2025 14:31 President Javier Milei’s ruling party secures passage of the government’s 2026 Budget bill through the lower house – but without clauses repealing state university and disability laws.
ENERGY & GAS Vista to propose new Argentina shale acquisition to shareholders 18-12-2025 11:53 Vista has called a shareholder meeting for January 27 where it will propose carrying out one or more acquisitions, according to a regulatory filing.
ANALYSIS: SHOCK THERAPY Milei stymies wild peso swings as he resets Argentine FX policy 18-12-2025 01:34 The Central Bank’s FX desk is about to play a more prominent role as President Javier Milei seeks to accumulate reserves.
MARKETS S&P lifts Argentina rating, sees nation more able to repay debt 18-12-2025 01:14 S&P’s score for Argentina is now on a par with Moody’s Ratings and Fitch Ratings.
ENERGY & GAS YPF seeking US$12.5-billion financing from JP Morgan for LNG project 18-12-2025 00:55 State energy company negotiating the entry of a new partner to replace Shell with a target of 18 million tons LNG projection. Next year, investment will jump to US$6 billion despite lower crude oil prices. by Eugenia Muzio
GUEST COLUMN Milei's law for (removing) glacier protection is a regressive reform 17-12-2025 23:56 The bill to amend the National Glacier Protection Law, would dismantle the minimalist regime which today protects glaciers and the periglacial perimeter, Argentina’s most important strategic water reserves.
EU-MERCOSUR TRADE DEAL Lula tells EU it’s now or never for Mercosur trade deal 17-12-2025 16:51 EU has been racing to finalise the accord with Mercosur ahead of a signing ceremony tentatively scheduled for Saturday.
OPINION & ANALYSIS Argentina needs a robust plan of national consensus 17-12-2025 16:28 Without an internal national consensus, assistance from the west is futile. With it, Argentina could become a success story once again.
NEW APPOINTMENT Darío Wassermann named new president of Banco Nación 17-12-2025 13:01 New head of leading public bank closely linked to Presidential Chief-of-Staff Karina Milei and Economy Minister Luis Caputo;
MONETARY POLICY Milei gives in to IMF pressure and opens door to inflation risk 17-12-2025 12:50 Economic team has relinquished price deceleration as its overriding priority in an effort to break through the floor of Argentina’s country risk rating, but new strategy faces market scepticism over government’s financing capacity. by Eugenia Muzio
EU-MERCOSUR TRADE DEAL Italy says 'premature' to sign EU-Mercosur deal 17-12-2025 10:21 Italian Prime Minister Giorgia Meloni said her government is not ready to sign a massive trade agreement with the Mercosur bloc, publicly joining France’s opposition and casting doubt on the pact’s future.
LATIN AMERCIAN POLITICS Milei embraces Chile's president-elect Kast, cementing right-wing alliance 17-12-2025 10:14 Argentina's president is eagerly embracing José Antonio Kast as another partner in a right-wing project he sees himself as commanding across the region.
EU-MERCOSUR TRADE DEAL Mercosur deal gets boost after lawmakers back farmer protections 16-12-2025 22:12 EU lawmakers and member states are rushing to finalise the deal with the Mercosur bloc – Argentina, Brazil, Uruguay and Paraguay – before a potential signing ceremony on Saturday.
BONDS & MARKETS Argentina moves closer to bond market return with peso pivot 16-12-2025 22:08 Central Bank will begin to gradually unwind the tight grip it keeps on the currency starting January; Officials also say they’re going to start buying dollars to boost the Central Bank’s cash stockpile.
economic indicators Economy grew less than expected in third quarter 16-12-2025 21:57 Argentina’s economy expanded less than expected in the third quarter in the face of a market sell-off and sluggish activity.
POLITICS & CONGRESS Milei sends Glacier Protection Law reform bill to Congress 16-12-2025 21:30 Argentina's government targets approval by end of year, despite environmental pushback; New rules would loosen projections for glaciers and pass responsibility for mining projects to provincial administrations.
GOVERNMENT & POLITICS Milei names new chief as head of ARCA tax bureau resigns 16-12-2025 08:21 Juan Pazo, head of ARCA (ex-AFIP) tax bureau steps down to return to private sector; Government names head of DGI tax inspectorate, Andrés Edgardo Vázquez, as replacement.
ANALYSIS Chile follows Latin American neighbours in lurching right 16-12-2025 07:49 Leftist leaders have not won a single presidential election in Latin America this year as voters opt for change.
CENTRAL BANK ANNOUNCEMENT Argentina to adjust peso's exchange rate bands in line with inflation 15-12-2025 23:13 President Javier Milei’s government says it will adopt a new monetary framework, adjust the peso’s trading bands in line with inflation and build up Central Bank’s international reserves.
MONETARY POLICY Argentina to loosen currency policy and build reserves 15-12-2025 16:22 Beginning in 2026, the peso’s trading bands will expand at the same rate as monthly inflation, announces Argentina’s Central Bank.
EU-MERCOSUR TRADE DEAL Showdown looms as EU-Mercosur deal nears finish line 15-12-2025 13:47 European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen due in Brazil on Monday for talks to finalise landmark pact with Mercosur blocof Argentina, Brazil, Paraguay and Uruguay.
WINE INDUSTRY Women sommeliers are cracking male-dominated wine world open 13-12-2025 09:52 Long a male stronghold, the world of sommeliers is now opening widely to women, who are making their mark with distinction, despite the obstacles that persist in a male-dominated environment.
OPINION & ANALYSIS Argentina, too big to fail? 13-12-2025 09:37 The sceptic in me wonders whether, given Trump’s personality and lust for sycophancy, the message could simply be: “Milei, too big to fail.” by David Smith
CAMPAIGN COMMENTS The curtain falls … and rises 13-12-2025 09:17 The new Senate has no less than 13 caucuses but the big picture has 21 senators responding directly to the Javier Milei administration, 26 in the Kirchnerite orbit, 14 in the centre-right and 11 heeding purely provincial interests. by Michael Soltys
Editorial Halfway to heaven? 13-12-2025 06:30 The Milei Presidency at its halfway mark can most charitably be described as a work in progress.
As I see it Trump the crusader goes into battle 13-12-2025 06:29 Trump and the people surrounding him evidently think that Europe is on its deathbed. by James Neilson
MINING & INDUSTRY BHP, Rio advance projects in boost to Argentina mining ambitions 12-12-2025 21:37 Argentina’s push to become a major producer of critical minerals got a boost this week as the world’s two biggest miners advanced plans in the country.
AGRICULTURE & ECONOMY Top banks bet on farming boom with Milei cutting taxes 12-12-2025 19:34 Two major banks in Argentina are seeking to open up more credit for farmers as President Javier Milei cuts export tariffs for growers.
THE WEEK IN REIVEW Stories that caught our eye: December 5 to 12 12-12-2025 19:04 A selection of the stories that caught our eye over the last seven days in Argentina.
GEOPOLITICS IN AMERICAS Trump to name Peru a major non-NATO ally amid anti-drug push 12-12-2025 18:25 Trump has been looking to rally more governments in Latin America to back his drug-fighting agenda. In Peru, the status offers to boost a new leader who has pledged to be tough on crime.
POLITICS & ECONOMY Milei wants to define governance ground rules with ‘fiscal stability bill’ 11-12-2025 17:36 Proposed legislation would punish officials not heeding to Milei norms – including with the possibility of prison sentences.
ANALYSIS Inflation picked up more than expected after key vote 11-12-2025 16:37 Inflation accelerated for the third straight month even after President Javier Milei’s midterm victory.
ECONOMIC INDICATORS Warning sign for Milei as inflation creeps up to monthly 2.5% 11-12-2025 16:29 Disappointment for Milei as INDEC data shows hikes accelerated last month, led by increases in food and non-alcoholic beverages; Prices up 27.9% in first 11 months of the year, 31.4% year-on-year.
EU-MERCOSUR TRADE DEAL France seeks to delay EU-Mercosur accord, risking deal’s collapse 11-12-2025 14:53 France seeks to delay accord over agricultural concerns; Paris wants to postpone signing until at least early next year.
EU-MERCOSUR TRADE DEAL Mercosur leaders to meet December 20, ready to sign EU trade deal 11-12-2025 14:49 December 20 is the deadline set by the European Commission for a green light from European states on the agreement that has met with opposition from France.
FOREIGN POLICY & DIPLOMACY UK denies Milei's claim over lifting of Argentina arms sales 11-12-2025 12:34 President tells British newspaper he intends to visit the United Kingdom in April or May next year and claims talks are ongoing over lifting of weapons ban in place since Malvinas conflict; London denies any "specific talks" over relaxing of arms export controls.
POLITICS & CONGRESS Milei begins labour reform battle, sends bill to Congress 11-12-2025 10:42 President returns from Norway trip and inks text of sweeping labour reform bill; Proposals, which are likely to face resistance from unions, will be discussed first by Senate.
RETURN TO MARKETS Government stages market comeback with local dollar bond sale 10-12-2025 22:53 Demand for the US$1-billion sale reached US$1.42 billion; Deal seen as dry run for Argentina's eventual resumption of overseas borrowing.
MARKETS & BONDS Argentina’s dollar bond sale tests foreign demand under Milei 10-12-2025 15:39 A bond sale planned for Wednesday may be a small step for Argentina’s government at home, but a major move toward a potential return to international debt markets.
POLITICS & CONGRESS Milei kicks off second half of term with stronger hand in Congress 10-12-2025 15:20 President has gained ground in Congress after October’s midterm elections but lacks firm majorities; Key reforms still hinge on delicate negotiations with governors and rivals.
EU-MERCOSUR TRADE DEAL EU vows stricter controls for imports ahead of Mercosur deal vote 10-12-2025 14:38 To verify that products comply with EU standards, the European Commission promised to increase the number of controls abroad by 50 percent over the next two years.
MINING IN MENDOZA Thousands protest as Milei-backed mining bill wins approval in Mendoza 10-12-2025 11:39 Provincial lawmakers back US$500-million copper venture despite widespread demonstrations and warnings from environmental groups; Activists from across the province protest against the San Jorge mining firm project.
SECOND ANNIVERSARY Two years of Milei in five economic and social indicators 09-12-2025 18:30 Two years into President Javier Milei’s government, a look at five key indicators and what they tell us about Argentina under the libertarian leader. by Agustina Bordigoni
POLITICS & CONGRESS Milei lines up seven bills for summer Congress sessions 09-12-2025 17:42 Government publishes bills it will seek to pass in Official Gazette; Budget and labour reform top the list.
POLITICS & ECONOMY Milei readies major reforms while markets await currency shift 09-12-2025 15:28 Argentina currently allows the currency to trade within a strict set of bands, a policy that has helped keep inflation in check. But analysts say it has also created an overvalued peso that is weighing on the economy.
GRAFT INVESTIGATION Police raid offices of Argentina football federation in corruption probe 09-12-2025 14:58 Judge ordered searches at Argentine Football Association (AFA) headquarters and at more than a dozen football clubs in relation to a criminal complaint filed by the country’s tax agency against Sur Finanzas.
CORRUPTION IN SPORT Police raid AFA offices, top clubs in Sur Finanzas money-laundering probe 09-12-2025 14:53 Headquarters of the Argentine Football Association (AFA) and up to 17 clubs raided as part of money-laundering investigation into Sur Finanzas; Raids carried out at Racing, San Lorenzo, Independiente, Banfield, Los Andes, Barracas Central and Acassuso, among others.
