US-ARGENTINA RELATIONS Trump backs Milei, downplays need for 'bailout' in Argentina Yesterday 15:10 White House official says a financial announcement on Argentina will be coming later Tuesday.
US-ARGENTINA RELATIONS Trump says Argentina does not 'need' bailout at Milei meeting Yesterday 14:09 US President Donald Trump declared Tuesday that he doesn't think Argentina needs a bailout as he met with President Javier Milei in New York.
ECONOMY – ANALYSIS Milei’s peso is 20% overvalued and fragile, analysts say Yesterday 14:06 Investors and analysts agree that, to one degree or another, the peso needs to drop.
INSIDE OLIVOS Few ministers on Milei’s list of recent visitors to Olivos residence Yesterday 13:24 Who has been visiting President Javier Milei at the Olivos presidential residence in recent months? Who is the economist who has been there more times than Economy Minister Luis Caputo? And why does a physiotherapist top the list? by Pablo Varela
US-ARGENTINA SUPPORT US senator questions Bessent on Argentina ‘bailout’ as Milei waits Yesterday 09:38 Democratic Senator Elizabeth Warren seeks more information about the Trump administration’s "bailout” of Argentina’s economy.
AGRICULTURE & ECONOMY Milei dangles big tax break for exporters in stealth devaluation 22-09-2025 14:07 Export tariffs temporarily scrapped on all of crop cargoes in a bid to bring dollars into the country.
MARKET REACTION Argentine assets soar as US support pledge halts market rout 22-09-2025 13:44 Bonds jumped by the most on record, stocks leaped eight percent and the currency was set for the biggest advance since May.
US-ARGENTINA RELATIONS US Treasury Secretary Bessent says all options on table to help Milei’s Argentina 22-09-2025 13:40 Options include currency swap lines, direct currency repurchases and US dollar-denominated debt from the Treasury’s exchange stabilisation fund, says US Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent.
Foreign relations & diplomacy Milei heads to New York for meetings with Trump, IMF chief 21-09-2025 08:58 Argentina’s President to attend UN General Assembly in New York, hold bilateral meetings with Donald Trump, IMF chief Kristalina Georgieva and Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu, among others.
US-ARGENTINA RELATIONS Milei to meet Trump as Argentina seeks to avert market rout 21-09-2025 08:40 Javier Milei plans to meet President Donald Trump in New York on Tuesday after hinting his country is in negotiations to halt a market sell-off and avoid a debt crisis.
POLITICS & ECONOMY Milei, asked about US Treasury talks, says negotiations advanced 20-09-2025 09:24 Financial support from Washington would provide relief to policymakers who are trying to reassure investors that Milei can sustain his austerity push after October’s midterm elections.
POLITICS & ECONOMY President says 'political panic' is rattling markets 20-09-2025 09:15 President Javier Milei blamed "political panic" for rattling markets in the run-up to crucial midterm elections.
EDITORIAL What’s new pussycat? 20-09-2025 07:14 Milei's best bet is to continue renouncing extremism to regain the middle ground.
As I see it A kinder and gentler Javier Milei? 20-09-2025 06:34 Two years ago, many came to the conclusion that what the country desperately needed was a madman prepared to do whatever would be necessary to put it back on track. Is this still the case? by James Neilson
POLITICS – ANALYSIS ‘Golden boy’ Milei is beginning to look like Chile’s Boric 20-09-2025 06:34 The self-proclaimed first anarcho-capitalist president in world history is under siege. A tough defeat in local elections in Buenos Aires Province laid bare a situation of absolute precariousness, with both markets and the political class testing his resolve. by Agustino Fontevecchia
CAMPAIGN COMMENTS The lion sleeps tonight 20-09-2025 06:31 Milei actually polled a higher percentage in Buenos Aires Province this month than in BA City last May, yet the former is unanimously deemed an unmitigated disaster while the latter was a resounding triumph. by Michael Soltys
Analysing Argentina Wake Milei up when September ends 20-09-2025 06:25 Both the economy and the politics of the country are telling President Milei he cannot fly solo anymore. by Marcelo J. García
POLITICS & CONGRESS Triple setback for Milei as Congress rejects vetoes 19-09-2025 00:21 Ruling party’s weakness in both chambers on full display; Overwhelmingly majority of senators reject striking down of ATN Treasury contributions bill, day after lower house lawmakers reversed vetoes on paediatric emergency and state universities.
CURRENCY WOES Central Bank defends peso as Milei faces setbacks 17-09-2025 23:37 Central Bank steps into market to prop up the peso – first time it has since Milei administration introduced trading band in April.
MARCHA FEDERAL PROTEST Protesters cheer Milei veto defeat at Marcha Federal for universities, paediatric care 17-09-2025 20:38 Thousands rally outside Congress as lawmakers in lower house vote to reject vetoes on bills to boost funding for public universities and Argentina’s leading children’s hospital, a major blow for President Javier Milei.
CURRENCY WOES Peso breaches trading limit, upends Milei FX strategy 17-09-2025 14:09 Peso hits 1,474.50 per dollar, beyond the upper level of Milei administration's trading limit.
Foreign relations & diplomacy Milei rejects ‘moderate option’ as he hails Charlie Kirk at CPAC Paraguay 16-09-2025 23:29 At CPAC in Asunción, Argentina’s President warns against ‘third way’ politics, praises Paraguay’s economic model and meets his counterpart and ally Santiago Peña.
2026 Budget bill Ten key points from Milei’s 2026 Budget bill 16-09-2025 17:13 President Javier Milei unveils Budget bill to be sent to Congress; Fiscal balance is “non-negotiable cornerstone” of government’s plan, says President.
BONDS & MARKETS Argentine assets rebound as Milei strikes more moderate tone 16-09-2025 16:28 Dollar bonds recovering from week-long rout after President Milei struck more conciliatory tone in budget speech.
POLITICS & COURTS Karina Milei drops legal action against audio recordings going public 16-09-2025 15:32 President’s sister and chief-of-staff drops lawsuit seeking to block publication of voice messages allegedly taped at Casa Rosada.
POLITICS & CONGRESS Budget 2026: Government sends balanced bill eyeing 5% growth 16-09-2025 09:29 Government projects increases for pensions, education, health and disability programmes; Inflation in 2026 will be an annual 10.1%, according to text of bill.
POLITICS & ECONOMY Budget bill speech: Milei promises 'worst is over,' asks voters to hold firm 15-09-2025 23:34 President unveils bill with spending boosts for pensioners, health, education and disabled; With eye on election, he thanks Argentines for bracing austerity but says he won’t negotiate on balancing budget.
POLITICS & ECONOMY Milei presents 2026 Budget bill as opposition vows no new extension 15-09-2025 17:35 Opposition governors and lawmakers seek to impose strict timetable for debate to ensure the law passes before the end of the ordinary sessions.
INTERNATIONAL AGENDA Milei hails Charlie Kirk as ‘martyr of freedom’ in speech to Vox rally 15-09-2025 09:36 President explains absence at far-right rally, says he stayed in Argentina to defend his government after electoral setback in Buenos Aires Province.
CURRENCY WOES Peso posts sharpest weekly fall since Milei took office 13-09-2025 09:12 Market rout follows ruling coalition’s defeat in Buenos Aires Province election; Sell-off deepens amid corruption scandal and doubts over October elections.
ELECTION 2025: ANALYSIS How Milei raised the bar and paid the price in Buenos Aires Province 13-09-2025 06:54 The market and the political ecosystem, seems to have recalibrated its expectations, putting further financial pressure on the government. by Agustino Fontevecchia
As I see it Milei gets his comeuppance 13-09-2025 06:44 It should have been quite easy for Milei to build a broad enough coalition. But instead of making an effort, egged on by Karina, he decided to go it alone. by James Neilson
ANALYSING ARGENTINA The end of Milei’s single-issue government 13-09-2025 06:30 Until now, the Milei administration has been a single-issue government, working under the notion that a fiscal surplus will fix the country’s entire problems. The public does not seem to be OK with that anymore. by Marcelo J. García
Campaign comments Blast from the past 13-09-2025 06:09 Last Sunday’s election was very much the mayoral tail wagging the dog and here we’re not just talking about Greater Buenos Aires Peronist “barons” – almost the only successes of third parties came thanks to the PRO mayors bucking the Milei alliance, proving mayoral clout beyond the general trend. by Michael Soltys
DIPLOMACY Trump’s new ambassador prepares for imminent arrival in Argentina 12-09-2025 15:25 Peter Lamelas set to arrive in Buenos Aires in coming weeks to take up post as United States ambassador in Argentina. His mission: to support the government of Javier Milei, confront Kirchnerism and strengthen the strategic relationship with Trumpism.
ECONOMY – ANALYSIS Argentina let peso plunge and then stepped in to contain losses 12-09-2025 11:13 Milei administration allowed peso to weaken this week, while simultaneously moving to prevent the rush out of the currency from turning into a stampede.
INTERNATIONAL FOOTBALL Miss Lionel Messi when he's gone? We miss him already 12-09-2025 06:10 Lionel Messi gave the Monumental crowd and Argentina a suitable send-off against Venezuela. That’s the good out of the way; now, I'm afraid, we have to cover the bad… by Dan Edwards
IMF DEBT PROGRAMME IMF offers Milei backing, hails progress on inflation, fiscal reform 11-09-2025 14:25 IMF praises Milei inflation drop, cautions over market volatility; No immediate concerns over peso intervention, says Fund spokesperson.
Foreign relations & diplomacy Flight carrying Argentines deported from US lands in Buenos Aires 11-09-2025 08:43 First Trump-era deportation flight to Buenos Aires brings 17 Argentines back; Milei government tried to keep operation quiet and will not complain to Washington, but nation has been grouped alongside Brazil and Venezuela by the US administration.
POLITICS & CONGRESS Milei vetoes state university funding bill, escalating conflict 10-09-2025 22:38 President vetoes in full bill proposing new funding for state universities, pay rises for teaching and non-teaching staff; Move will increase tensions with education workers and opposition.
DEBT AUCTION Argentina posts strong debt auction after local vote fuelled rout 10-09-2025 19:05 Milei administration rolls over more than 91% of peso-denominated notes, selling a total of 6.6 trillion pesos (US$4.7 billion) in government notes.
POLITICS & ECONOMY President Milei plans reset with nationwide broadcast on budget 10-09-2025 17:58 Spokesperson Manuel Adorni announces that President Javier Milei will address the nation on Monday September 15, at 9pm, to present Argentina's 2026 Budget.
Foreign policy & diplomacy Milei plans visit to Paraguay for Peña meeting and CPAC event 10-09-2025 17:38 President to meet Paraguayan counterpart, address conservative summit after scrapping Spain trip for far-right rally.
ANALYSIS: SHOCK THERAPY Axel fuels investor fear after Milei’s big loss 10-09-2025 13:14 For investors, the anti-Milei has emerged – and he is worsening market jitters in Argentina.
GOVERNMENT & POLITICS Milei revives Interior Ministry in nod to governors, appoints Catalán 10-09-2025 11:33 Position had been previously scrapped by government; Lisandro Catalán will join Cabinet Chief Guillermo Francos and Luis Caputo on newly-formed “Mesa Federal,” bid to restore dialogue with provincial governors.
POLITICS & ECONOMY ‘Not a millimetre’: Milei vows no shift in policy as IMF offers support 10-09-2025 11:00 Following damaging electoral defeat and resulting market jitters, President insists his economic reform plan will continue unchanged.
PROFILE: AXEL KICILLOF Kicillof emerges as challenger to Milei after big win 09-09-2025 21:58 Buenos Aires Province governor enjoys 14-point victory that strengthens his presidential prospects; Peronist leader is building alliances across the spectrum, capitalising on Milei’s setbacks.
POLITICS – ANALYSIS Milei’s ‘boss’ becomes liability after brutal loss 09-09-2025 13:44 A humiliating election defeat is forcing President Javier Milei to face up to a series of political miscalculations – chief among them, his reliance on his beloved sister.
ECONOMIC FALL-OUT Morgan Stanley’s flip-flop shows speed of crisis ensnaring Milei 09-09-2025 09:47 It took less than a week to make Morgan Stanley abandon its bullish call on Argentina.
COURTS Fired ANDIS chief Diego Spagnuolo could turn whistleblower in graft case 09-09-2025 00:23 The former head of the ANDIS national disability agency is pursuing a different strategy to the Kovalivkers, the owners of the Suizo Argentina, who have asked for the case implicated top Milei government officials to be closed. by Giselle Leclercq