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.
OPINION & ANALYSIS Europeans are all Peronists now Yesterday 16:18 Europe’s current trajectory suggests that neither leaders nor voters are doing their part. The question is whether Europe will confront it on its own terms or whether, like Argentina, it will wait until a crisis forces its hand.
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.
YERBA MATE Chasing the perfect mate with Martín Gómez, the yerba mate sommelier Yesterday 08:08 Chemical engineer and yerba mate sommelier Martín Gómez – the author of 'La yerba mate: Mitos, verdades y chamuyos' – blends science, history and ritual in his desire to celebrate Argentina’s national drink and attract a new generation of drinkers at home and abroad. by Niko Spiridellis
RACE FOR UN SECRETARY-GENERAL Grossi lays out bold reformist vision for troubled UN Yesterday 00:55 Experienced diplomat Rafael Grossi calls for reshaping of global body; Argentina’s government, CARI foreign policy think tank throw backing behind his candidacy for top job; “We need a secretary-general who puts on their boots and goes where the problem is,” says IAEA chief. by James Grainger
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.
FILM & CINEMA Sending silence to oblivion 22-12-2025 17:35 'Tiempos Circulares' (2025); Directed by Andrés Dunayevich; Documentary; 78 minutes. by Michael Soltys
CFk IN HOSPITAL Fernández de Kirchner recovering well after surgery, says hospital statement 22-12-2025 17:05 Former president "remains fever-free and without complications so far," said the statement from the private Sanatorio Otamendi in Buenos Aires, where the veteran politician remains hospitalised.
COMMUNITY ABCC Kiddies’ Christmas Fund brings festive spirit to vulnerable children 22-12-2025 14:29 The Christmas appeal supports the Salvation Army centre in Villa Elvira, La Plata, Buenos Aires Province.
CRIME & SECURITY Crime ranking shows ‘security incidents’ up 20% in Argentina last year 22-12-2025 13:47 National report by private Verisure firm shows 20 percent increase in “security incidents” over past 12 months; Province of Tucumán leads crime ranking with 65% surge, with sustained growth in Córdoba, Mendoza and the Atlantic coast.
Kiosko turned Café Culture and coffee: Abandoned newspaper kiosks find new life as cafés 21-12-2025 12:50 Canillita is a part of growing city-wide trend that's transforming abandoned newspaper kiosks into trendy cafés.
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.
EX-PRESIDENT’S HEALTH Fernández de Kirchner rushed to hospital, has surgery for appendicitis 21-12-2025 08:08 Cristina Fernandez de Kirchner, currently serving jail time under house arrest, rushed to Hospital Otamendi after suffering “appendicitis with localised peritonitis”; Ex-president has “no complications” after surgery, says medical report.
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.
Crime & Security Olympic sailor’s former coach sentenced to six years in sex abuse case 20-12-2025 08:57 Court sentences Leandro Tulia, former coach of Olympic sailing medallist Eugenia Bosco, to six-and-a-half years in prison for sexual abuse; Case came to light after Bosco went public with her experience, prompting other victims to come forward.
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
CAMPAIGN COMMENTS Is Kast caste? 20-12-2025 07:31 While Bolivia, Honduras and now Chile have all swung right in recent voting, Trump’s pet candidate in each nation had problems riding the crest of the wave. by Michael Soltys
HEALTHCARE Health alert as ‘super flu’ variant detected in Argentina 19-12-2025 18:56 Argentina’s top public health laboratory says experts are investigating three cases of a potential “super flu” strain, after genomic sequencing confirmed the detection of influenza A (H3N2).
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.
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.
POLITICS & SPORT Tapia distances himself from AFA’s negative headlines at home 18-12-2025 01:18 AFA says Milei “has chosen it as a target of his political ambitions” as Bullrich files corruption complaint with CONMEBOL against football governing body’s chief and treasurer.
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
PROFILE Verón, AFA’s adversary, takes Estudiantes to Clausura triumph 18-12-2025 00:19 The sporting success of 'El Pincha' is not the only reason ‘La Brujita’ Verón has been in the spotlight of late.
SOCIETY Argentina climbs Pornhub rankings as women overtake men in viewing 18-12-2025 00:00 Adult content platform's 2025 report shows Argentina rising to 13th globally, with women accounting for a majority of traffic and spending longer on the site than men.
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.
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.
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.
Crime & Security Soldier found dead at Quinta de Olivos presidential residence 16-12-2025 12:30 Twenty-one-year-old soldier found dead at one of internal security posts at the Olivos presidential residence, where President Javier Milei lives. Victim identified as Rodrigo Gómez, who was on security duty at the site.
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.
MESSI IN INDIA Messi mania peaks in India's pollution-hit capital of New Delhi 15-12-2025 13:18 Football superstar Lionel Messi ended his whirlwind tour of India on Monday with a lap of honour in New Delhi.
DIPLOMACY Argentina rejects 'illegal' British-Israeli offshore drilling project off Malvinas 14-12-2025 11:51 Foreign ministry denounces “unilateral and unlawful decision” to move forward with the Sea Lion project without Argentine authorisation and threatens legal action.
Football in Argentina Estudiantes crowned Clausura champions after penalty shoot-out win over Racing 14-12-2025 10:14 Estudiantes crowned champions of Clausura tournament after beating Racing 5-4 on penalties after a 1-1 draw at the Madre de Ciudades stadium in Santiago del Estero; Adrián ‘Maravilla’ Martínez opened the scoring with a fine finish, before Guido Carrillo headed home a dramatic equaliser. In the shoot-out, Uruguay international Muslera was the hero for the Pincha.
fifagate United States drops bid to preserve FIFA bribery convictions 13-12-2025 21:14 Prosecutors told the US Supreme Court they wanted to end their fight to preserve the convictions of Hernan Lopez and Argentine sports marketing firm Full Play.
OBITUARY Veteran actor Héctor Alterio dies in Madrid aged 96 13-12-2025 14:38 Héctor Alterio has died in Madrid at the age of 96; Veteran performer’s seven-decade career spanned theatre, television and film on both sides of the Atlantic; He remained professionally active until his passing.
HEALTH & GOVERNMENT Mendoza government takes parents to court for vaccination avoidance 13-12-2025 10:04 Province becomes first in Argentina to file civil lawsuits amid measles and whooping cough resurgence; Authorities say action against 15 parents is “just the beginning.”
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
MESSI IN INDIA Mess for Messi in Kolkata as fans vandalise India stadium after abrupt exit 13-12-2025 08:35 Angry spectators break barricades and storm pitch at a stadium in Kolkata, India after brief appearance by Lionel Messi, who is on a three-day tour of the country, at a stadium.
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.
