ELECTION 2023 Milei’s challenges: an economic shock without a majority in Congress 20-11-2023 17:20 Javier Milei’s government programme requires major structural reforms – will he be able to deliver shock therapy?
BLOOMBERG - ANALYSIS Milei opens a new era: What comes next in Argentina policy-making 20-11-2023 09:25 Milei’s biggest political challenge will be his lack of support in Congress, where his party only counts a minority of senators and a fraction of lower house representatives.
INTERVIEW / PERIODISMO PURO Horacio Rodríguez Larreta: ‘PRO today is allying itself with an extreme rightist’ 11-11-2023 04:23 Buenos Aires City Mayor Horacio Rodríguez Larreta on his PASO primary defeat, the future of Juntos por el Cambio, Macri and Bullrich’s decision to back Milei and what happens after December 10. by Jorge Fontevecchia
POLITICS The new political configuration for 2024 07-11-2023 13:53 Horacio Rodríguez Larreta will seek refuge in a new foundation after the implosion of Juntos por el Cambio. Opposition governors, observing as the opposition implodes, are strengthening their regional power bases in time for negotiations with the next president. by Rodis Recalt
POLITICS The Acassuso Pact: How Macri and Milei sealed their deal 06-11-2023 15:21 Inside the meetings in the living room of the former president's home in San Isidro secured the agreement that fractured the opposition Juntos por el Cambio coalition. Causes and consequences of a crisis foretold. by Rodis Recalt
INTERVIEW Cristian Ritondo: ‘In the run-off, Milei represents change – being neutral is not an option’ 06-11-2023 12:14 National lawmaker and head of the PRO lower house caucus says that Javier Milei is the only option that represents change in the November 19 run-off and calls on Argentina to rebuff Sergio Massa, a “part and central protagonist of this government.” by Ezequiel Spillman
ELECTION 2023 Opposition politicians who are backing Massa in the run-off 01-11-2023 15:55 With great differences within Juntos por el Cambio and in particular the Unión Cívica Radical, Javier Milei is proving to be the dividing line for some.
ELECTION 2023 Massa, the political pro, pushes himself into pole position 28-10-2023 04:25 Sergio Massa has already achieved the unachievable, running on a disastrous economic record that would propel most politicians directly out of office. Professional, slick and unflustered, who would bet against him now? by James Grainger
Election 2023: BUENOS AIRES CITY Santoro pulls out of City mayoral run-off, handing Jorge Macri victory 24-10-2023 15:22 Unión por la Patria mayoral candidate Leandro Santoro decides not to compete in a run-off against rival Jorge Macri; With count ongoing, campaign says team have realised they cannot win, but sceptics will see move as a cynical bid to dampen turnout by Juntos por el Cambio voters on November 19. by James Grainger
Election 2023: BUENOS AIRES CITY Jorge Macri wins big City mayoral race but will face run-off 23-10-2023 04:41 Juntos por el Cambio close to retaining control in its stronghold; Jorge Macri almost wins in first round but will now face run-off against Leandro Santoro; Opposition also wins in Entre Ríos Province, but Catamarca will remain Peronist. by James Grainger
Campaign comments Expecting every voter to do their duty 21-10-2023 05:51 While tomorrow’s election is widely seen as a three-cornered affair (like the hats in the times of Trafalgar), all three of its fleets tend to believe that there are only two sides. Could tomorrow’s election echo the battle by ultimately leading to a breakdown of existing alliances with a new Argentina eventually resulting? by Michael Soltys
ELECTION 2023 Debt, inflation and the peso: Argentina's election worries 17-10-2023 12:27 As Argentines head to the polls on October 22 for a crucial presidential election, candidates have campaigned hard on proposed elixirs for the country's economic ills.
INTERVIEW Jorge Macri: ‘If Patricia Bullrich makes the run-off, she’s president’ 17-10-2023 08:15 Buenos Aires City mayoral candidate if confident Juntos por el Cambio will make it into the second round of the presidential election, pointing to “plenty of crossover” between Sergio Massa and Javier Milei and affirming that “the proximity to Luis Barrionuevo shows a dependence on the traditional political mechanisms” on the part of the liberals. by Ezequiel Spillman
ELECTIONS 2023 Bullrich says Rodríguez Larreta will be Cabinet chief if elected 14-10-2023 07:58 Opposition coalition leader Patricia Bullrich announces that Horacio Rodríguez Larreta, the rival she defeated in the Juntos por el Cambio primary, will be named as Cabinet chief if she is elected head of state.
ELECTION 2023 Patricia Bullrich: 'I'm convinced that I will be the next president' 09-10-2023 13:39 Opposition presidential candidate in bullish form after debate performance and says Argentina’s next government will be lead by her Juntos por el Cambio coalition.
ELECTION 2023 Patricia Bullrich crosses Macri after new wink at Milei 04-10-2023 15:32 Juntos Por el Cambio candidate voices discontent after former president offers words of support for libertarian frontrunner in the event of a potential presidency.
Elections 2023 Cross attitudes and crossfire as Marra targeted in City mayoral debate 28-09-2023 17:01 Four candidates to be the next mayor of Buenos Aires City – Jorge Macri, Leandro Santoro, Ramiro Marra and Vanina Viassi – take part in first televised debate; Libertarian draws eye with aggressive approach and strange comments.
ELECTIONS 2023 Cornejo romps past De Marchi to comeback as Mendoza governor 25-09-2023 16:59 Unión Cívica Radical leader’s Cambia Mendoza front finishes 10 points ahead of Milei-flirting Unión Mendocina, with Peronism a distant third on 15 percent.
CAMPAIGN COMMENTS Will Mendoza be the bulldozer? 23-09-2023 05:03 Whichever way Mendoza goes, it will be the last throw of the dice before general election day on October 22. by Michael Soltys
As I see it Who will wield the chainsaw? 23-09-2023 05:00 The marked reluctance of Peronist and Radical politicians to countenance anything that smacks of austerity has not made many Argentines better off. On the contrary, it is the main reason living standards for most have declined. by James Neilson
ELECTION 2023 Massa seeks to assert leadership of Peronist coalition 18-09-2023 21:07 Unión por la Patria presidential candidate is willing to occupy the space vacated by Cristina Fernández de Kirchner. If he wins the elections, he promises strong leadership, defined by decision-making and firmness. by Rosario Ayerdi
ELECTIONS 2023 Juntos por el Cambio dethrones Jorge Capitanich in Chaco 18-09-2023 14:34 Sixteen years of Kirchnerite rule in Chaco comes to an end; Leandro Zdero elected new governor, scoring 46.13% in first round victory; Provincial strongman Jorge Capitanich ejected from office, months after presumed murder of Cecilia Strzyzowski.
INTERVIEW Luis Petri: 'I don't hear Milei's allies talking about corruption’ 09-09-2023 11:03 Luis Petri, vice-presidential candidate for the opposition Juntos por el Cambio coalition, says that "the problem in Argentina is not the caste but corrupt politicians." Mendoza politician details proposals on security and explains why he thinks Sergio Massa won't make it to the run-off. by Ezequiel Spillman
Election 2023 PASO primaries: Final count narrows gap between Milei, Bullrich, Massa 01-09-2023 15:30 Election authorities issue final vote count from August 13 primaries; Difference between top three coalitions trimmed to just 2.58 points; La Libertad Avanza on 29.86%, Juntos por el Cambio on 28% and Unión por la Patria on 27.27%.
Election 2023 Bullrich presents Melconian as pick for economy minister 30-08-2023 18:50 Juntos por el Cambio presidential hopeful taps Carlos Melconian and his Fundación Mediterránea-IERAL development programme for Argentina.
JUNTOS POR EL CAMBIO Opposition leader unveils economy chief ahead of election 30-08-2023 18:49 Opposition presidential candidate unveils Carlos Melconian, an experienced celebrity economist who leads a local think tank, as her potential economy minister in an attempt to focus her campaign on the issue.
ELECTION 2023 Bullrich appeals to the epic, vowing to end Kirchnerismo 28-08-2023 15:14 Patricia Bullrich believes she has unified the opposition coalition behind her and is convinced of the message she needs to express: only Juntos por el Cambio can end Kirchnerism once and for all. by Ezequiel Spillman
LOOTING ATTACKS Inflation or politics? Nation hit by wave of looting 24-08-2023 17:28 Since last Friday, groups of people, sometimes dozens at a time, have forced their way into supermarkets and other stores. But who's behind the unrest?
ELECTION 2023 Patricia Bullrich: ‘Some of our voters switched to Milei, but they’ll be back’ 22-08-2023 13:09 Opposition presidential candidate offers post-PASO analysis, assuring that her internal contest with Rodríguez Larreta triggered “fears” of a “split” which finally did not occur. For Bullrich, Juntos por el Cambio is the “only space” capable of providing “the governability" Argentina needs. by Ezequiel Spillman
CAMPAIGN COMMENTS Two’s grieta, three’s a crowd 19-08-2023 06:01 While we are constantly told that Greater Buenos Aires is the “mother of all battles” deciding every election, Javier Milei’s win was hinterland payback, winning 16 of the 23 provinces, all inland – the mirror image of his 2021 midterm electoral advent by Michael Soltys
ELECTION 2023: PASO PRIMARIES The night Horacio Rodríguez Larreta's Casa Rosada dream died 14-08-2023 15:50 At the opposition coalition's 'unity' bunker on Sunday night, Patricia Bullrich revelled in her victory and thanked Horacio Rodríguez Larreta. Behind her embrace is a simple truth: Bullrich will need her rival's votes if she is to win the race for the Casa Rosada. by Ezequiel Spillman
OPPOSITION PRIMARY Bullrich confirms primary win with opposition 'unity' photo 14-08-2023 02:32 Newly confirmed presidential candidate for the Juntos por el Cambio opposition coalition secures clear victory over rival Horacio Rodríguez Larreta; Both vow ‘unity’ in the months ahead of October election.
ELECTION 2023 One outsider and two from the 'caste' – Argentina’s presidential race 14-08-2023 00:18 Argentina's race for the presidency now down to three leading candidates – an anti-establishment libertarian outsider and two politicians from the main coalitions.
ELECTION 2023: PASO PRIMARIES Milei delivers blow to main coalitions at ballot box 13-08-2023 22:43 Libertarian lawmaker emerges as candidate with most votes in initial results from PASO primaries; With 61% of polling stations reporting, Milei has 32.57%, trailed by Massa on 20.64%; Bullrich has large lead over Rodríguez Larreta in Juntos por el Cambio primary, with coalition on 27.57% in total.
Bloomberg Massa wins Greylock’s blessing in bid to save Argentina's economy 09-08-2023 14:52 Argentina’s inflation surged under Massa – Greylock sees him as best to save the economy.
BLOOMBERG FEATURE Next president on a collision course with hyperinflation 08-08-2023 13:25 Decades of failed policies and repeated debt defaults have led the country to 116% inflation. The question is who, if anyone, can avert a crash.
ELECTION 2023 Ruling coalition ramps up rhetoric as primaries draw closer 07-08-2023 14:39 Alberto Fernández slams lack of proposals from opposition presidential candidates on Sunday as ruling coalition leaders ramp up rhetoric ahead of the PASOs.
ELECTION 2023 Voter turnout set to be defining factor in Argentina’s election 26-07-2023 15:04 Voter turnout will impact Argentina's presidential race, benefiting passionate candidates Bullrich and Milei, while low expected turnout poses challenges for Larreta.
ELECTION 2023 Opposition infighting is hurting its election chances 06-07-2023 13:02 Juntos por el Cambio’s polarising strategy is wrong, pollster says; About 30% of Rodríguez Larreta, Bullrich voters wouldn’t back each other.
ELECTIONS 2023 – ANALYSIS Radical running-mates add value to PRO presidential tickets 06-07-2023 00:19 Radical party chairman Gerardo Morales and the Mendoza politician Luis Petri will accompany Horacio Rodríguez Larreta and Patricia Bullrich on their presidential tickets. Tussles, negotiations and their role in the structure. by Rodis Recalt
ELECTIONS 2023 Opposition wins San Juan governor race, ending 20 years of Peronist rule 03-07-2023 12:29 Juntos por el Cambio leaders hail Marcelo Orrego’s triumph in San Juan gubernatorial race; Twenty years of Peronist rule ended as opposition capitalises on Supreme Court’s blocking of Governor Sergio Uñac’s re-election bid.
ELECTION 2023 August 13 PASO primaries – the frontrunners 01-07-2023 06:36 There will be 13 presidential tickets on the ballot come August 13, but most analysts believe only four candidates have a real chance of becoming Argentina’s next head of state.
ELECTION 2023 Market optimism on Argentina's elections overblown, pollster says 29-06-2023 19:38 Market optimism that Argentina’s next government will move in a more pro-business direction after October elections is exaggerated, says one leading pollster.
ELECTION 2023 Sparks fly as Rodríguez Larreta, Bullrich kick off primary campaigns 29-06-2023 19:06 Two presidential nominees for opposition Juntos por el Cambio coalition and their teams trade blows as they begin battle for votes in an aggressive style.
BLOOMBERG - ANALYSIS JP Spinetto: As Argentina turns right, prepare for turbulence 27-06-2023 09:42 Investors are right to be cheered by a shift in the country’s politics, but changing its economic policies will be difficult.
argentina Opposition leads in analysis of polls, says Clarín poll 25-06-2023 21:37 Juntos por el Cambio has taken the lead in an analysis of polls ahead of the August 13 presidential primary, Clarín reports.
INTERVIEW / PERIODISMO PURO Alfredo Cornejo: ‘People vote far more freely in the PASOs’ 23-06-2023 01:11 Senator Alfredo Cornejo, candidate for Mendoza Province governor and a leading figure in the Unión Cívica Radical, on the provincial elections so far and his party's relationship with PRO. by Jorge Fontevecchia
ELECTIONS 2023 Opposition outperforms Capitanich in Chaco PASO primaries 19-06-2023 18:19 Juntos por el Cambio’s candidates claim a five-point lead over Jorge Capitanich's ruling party in Chaco Province PASO primaries.
INTERVIEW / PERIODISMO PURO Fernando Straface: ‘There's genuine US concern about Chinese presence in the region' 17-06-2023 06:39 Fernando Straface, secretary-general and secretary of foreign affairs for the Buenos Aires City government, on international relations, the legacy of the Mauricio Macri government and what a Horario Rodríguez Larreta Presidency would look like. by Jorge Fontevecchia
ELECTIONS 2023 Argentina’s political hegemony crumbles in the face of primaries 17-06-2023 06:04 In a nation accustomed to charismatic leaders that create vertical organisations, the fragmentation of the political field is creating a whole lot of stress and volatility. And savagery has taken over. by Agustino Fontevecchia