News of luis

Report: Miami-based Argentine pilot brokered payment for Bolsonaro escape flight

05-11-2026 21:46 An Argentine pilot based in Miami acted as an intermediary in the payment for Bolsonaro’s escape flight, a source close to the matter tells the AFP news agency.

BANKING & BUSINESS

Milei retreats on bank account freezes that crushed businesses

05-11-2026 12:29 President likes to quip that “taxes are robbery.” Yet aggressive enforcement tactics by the ARCA bureau have fuelled anger among shopkeepers and small-business owners.

FOREIGN POLICY

Officials play down fallout from Trump's midterm defeat

05-11-2026 00:36 Luis Caputo says ties with Washington will endure; 'Beautiful morning' – Cristina Fernández de Kirchner celebrates in English, but Milei stays silent.

Flávio Bolsonaro flees Brazil

Judge orders Milei government to disclose details of Flávio Bolsonaro assistance

29-10-2026 22:15 Federal Judge María Eugenia Capuchetti orders measures at request of prosecutor; Airline owner says 'US broker' paid for Bolsonaro's flight.

Flávio flees Brazil

Private jet firm used by Bolsonaro previously sparked scandal for Milei

29-10-2026 00:46 Bolsonaro flew on a Gulfstream operated by Baires Fly SA after crossing into Argentina; Firm's manager was accused by prosecutors last year of involvement in ANDIS graft scandal.

POLITICS – ANALYSIS

Being Javier Milei

24-10-2026 00:01 The President is out there doing politics on behalf of the global far-right movement that has taken the world by storm.

by Agustino Fontevecchia

Corruption & the courts

José Luis Espert ordered to stand trial on money-laundering and graft charges

22-10-2026 19:08 Former national deputy is being investigated for having received US$200,000 from Federico ‘Fred’ Machado, a businessman detained in the United States for drug-trafficking.

BONDS & MARKETS

Bond sell-off blindsides bulls as election fears grow

21-10-2026 15:10 Rout has taken investors by surprise; Sovereign dollar bonds have been the worst performers across emerging markets over the past two months.

ECONOMIC OUTLOOK

Caputo sees strong recovery, rismisses recession odds

16-10-2026 13:18 Argentina’s economy minister says he expects a strong rebound in the fourth quarter of the year, dismissing the chances of a recession.

MARKETS & BONDS

Argentina pauses local dollar bond sales as debt wall nears

15-10-2026 17:27 Government hasn’t issued a Bonar dollar bond at home in two months – its longest pause since launching the programme.

CURRENCY SWAP

Argentina eyes tapping China swap to cover 2027 financing needs

14-10-2026 14:30 Milei administration may look to tap currency swap line with China if it can’t refinance dollar-denominated bonds under local law.

Economic indicators

Inflation edged up 1.9% in September, lifting annual rate to 33.4%

13-10-2026 17:19 September’s consumer price index rose by 0.2 percentage points from August, according to INDEC; Food prices a concern; Inflation so far this year now totals 23.6%.

ECONOMIC OUTLOOK

IMF slashes Argentina’s 2026 growth forecast to 2.1%

13-10-2026 11:15 International Monetary Fund cuts 2026 growth forecast to 2.1%; Inflation and unemployment estimates also rise; Revision comes as Milei administration seeks approval for a fresh US$860-million disbursement of funds.

ANALYSIS: SHOCK THERAPY

Milei fails to boost lending as banks load up on government debt

08-10-2026 08:54 Tight monetary policy and high interest rates are driving banks back into government debt as the economy slows, partly due to a lack of credit.

POLITICS & IMMIGRATION

Pay for passports: Milei government unveils citizen by investment scheme

03-10-2026 09:26 Applications to open in fourth quarter as government pitches citizenship programme to foreign investors; Would cost around US$5000 for family of four – applicant, spouse and two minors – to gain Argentine passports.

POLITICS

Caputo: 'Kirchnerism is hell, Kicillof is the antichrist’

29-09-2026 18:49 Argentina’s economy minister made the remark at a business forum while defending the government’s economic record and its prospects for 2027.

Brazil election 2026

Lula battles for Brazil’s northeast against Flavio Bolsonaro

28-09-2026 11:43 As key election draws near, incumbent scraps for every vote in a part of Brazil he's dominated for decades.

ANALYSIS: SHOCK THERAPY

Milei’s strong peso is holding back economic growth

17-09-2026 12:46 Government's efforts to tame inflation with a strong currency are taking a growing toll on the economy.

ECONOMIC OUTLOOK

Budget: Government projects 4% growth and 18% inflation for 2027

15-09-2026 20:12 Milei government unveils its forecast in 2027 Budget bill that it will present to Congress; Annual inflation currently stands at 33.5%.

Economic indicators

Inflation slowed to 14-month low in August

10-09-2026 16:11 Monthly inflation falls to 1.7%, annual rate now standing at 33.5%; Figure marks a return to the government's hoped-for downward trajectory after July's uptick.

GOLD RESERVES

Mystery solved: Argentina's missing gold is in Switzerland

10-09-2026 10:27 After a year of truck-video conspiracy theories and opposition demands for answers, Central Bank Governor Santiago Bausili has finally revealed the location of Argentina's gold reserves.

BEYOND THE HEADLINES

Worthy of their higher?

05-09-2026 00:40 Milei’s government seems so grateful that unemployment has not risen dramatically, despite drastic austerity, that they’ve apparently settled for the falling productivity and job quality accompanying the relatively stable employment levels.

by Michael Soltys

CITY HONOURS LATE PHOTOGRAPHER

Street to be renamed in tribute to José Luis Cabezas

04-09-2026 12:50 Initiative was approved by 47 of the 56 legislators present with the La Libertad Avanza caucus deciding to abstain

POLITICS & CONGRESS

Congress puts Peter Thiel's Argentina interest under the microscope

02-09-2026 14:55 Three journalists from Editorial Perfil among those to speak at last week's lower house hearing about Peter Thiel's presence in Argentina, his ties to Javier Milei's government and his technology projects.

CRIME & INSECURITY

Milei-linked consultant refuses to testify in Bolivia shooting case

19-08-2026 10:13 Fernando Cerimedo was arrested after his former partner was shot in Santa Cruz, with Bolivian prosecutors investigating whether others masterminded the attack; Victim Nadia Beller accuses her ex-lover of attempting to kill her and makes allegations about consultant's past and involvement in ANDIS scandal linked to Milei siblings.

CRIME & INSECURITY

Former Milei aide arrested after pregnant woman shot in Bolivia

18-08-2026 22:09 Argentine political strategist Fernando Cerimedo under arrest in Bolivia; Woman, who says she is pregnant with his child, survives shooting and accuses him of orchestrating attack.

Editorial

Economic conundrums

15-08-2026 07:00 The Milei administration has yet to square the circle of taming inflation without recession.

CENTRAL BANK

Argentina eases post-2001 dollar loan curbs to boost economy

14-08-2026 09:18 President Javier Milei’s government seeks to boost credit and economic activity by easing longstanding restrictions on dollar lending.

ANALYSIS

Inflation edged up last month on winter holidays

13-08-2026 17:00 Economy Minister Luis Caputo announces companies without earnings in dollars will now be able to borrow greenbacks.

ECONOMIC INDICATORS

Inflation ticks up slightly, rising to monthly 2.1%

13-08-2026 16:05 Consumer prices rose 2.1% in July, lifting annualised inflation figure to 33.8%; July figure slight acceleration on 1.9% recorded previous month.

MINISTER SPEAKS

Caputo says ‘Argentina has been laid waste over last 25 years’

12-08-2026 17:08 Economy minister claims nation must be “rebuilt” after quarter-century of devastation; Flags arrival of new investment, talks up President Milei’s potential re-election during speech at Córdoba Stock Exchange.

ANALYSIS: SHOCK THERAPY

Milei eases cash crunch to reignite economic growth

12-08-2026 14:02 Milei administration starting to shift its focus from solely crushing inflation to a more balanced approach.

CURRENCY SWAP LINE

Argentina, China extend currency swap deal

05-08-2026 18:30 Central banks of Argentina and China renew US$19-billion bilateral currency swap.

Currency deal

Argentina renews US$19-billion China swap for another five years

05-08-2026 18:24 Argentina's Central Bank renews US$19-billion currency swap with the People’s Bank of China for five years.

ANALYSIS

Milei’s money man shuns foreign markets after failed bond binge

03-08-2026 18:27 Luis Caputo previously tapped foreign bond markets again and again, earning the moniker “serial borrower” from his critics. But nowadays, he's not selling bonds overseas.

ENERGY & GAS

IMF chief visits Vaca Muerta shale field

29-07-2026 11:38 IMF chief Kristalina Georgieva tours Loma Campana field, operated by YPF in Neuquén, during visit to Argentina.

Analysis

IMF chief visits Milei as Argentina’s US$57-billion bill comes due

28-07-2026 04:17 Eight years, three deals and US$57 billion since the last IMF leader came to Argentina, Kristalina Georgieva arrived Monday in Buenos Aires.

IMF LEADER VISITS

IMF boss hails 'much sounder' Argentine economy under Milei

27-07-2026 18:42 International Monetary Fund director Kristalina Georgieva hails economic progress under President Javier Milei during visit to Buenos Aires.

IMF LEADER IN TOWN

IMF leader Georgieva to visit Milei in Buenos Aires

27-07-2026 04:31 IMF sources say Georgieva also plans to meet with Economy Minister Luis Caputo, Central Bank Governor Santiago Bausili and experts from the business world and academia.

ECONOMIC OUTLOOK

Caputo boldly claims Argentina will ‘reach zero inflation’

27-07-2026 04:12 Prediction comes after inflation fell sharply during President Milei's first two years in office.

WORLD CUP 2026: FINAL

King Messi faces Prince Yamal in final with World Cup at stake

16-07-2026 17:14 Almost 20 years on from the famous photo that Argentina’s skipper took with football’s newest star when Lamine Yamal was just a baby, the two will go head-to-head with the World Cup trophy at stake.

WORLD CUP 2026: THE FINAL

Master and apprentice as Spain, Argentina coaches meet in World Cup final

16-07-2026 15:39 Nine years ago, Argentina's coach was just another former professional player pursuing a career in coaching, studying for his pro-licence on the outskirts of Madrid. His teacher on the course? Luis de la Fuente.

Inflation in Argentina

Boost for Milei as monthly inflation read dips below 2%

14-07-2026 17:19 Consumer prices rose 1.9% in June, the slowest monthly pace in 10 months, reports INDEC; Annual inflation remains high at 33.5%, prices up nearly 17% so far this year.

ECONOMY & POLITICS

IMF welcomes Milei's reform proposal for Argentina's Central Bank

09-07-2026 18:58 Multilateral lender welcomes Milei administration's proposal for Central Bank; IMF Managing Director Kristalina Georgieva will visit Argentina on July 28 and 29.

Economy

Argentina to repay US$4 billion, defying critics who doubted tack

08-07-2026 16:50 Argentina is set to make a major payment on its dollar bonds this week, pulling off a feat few investors thought possible.

SUBMARINE TRAGEDY

Ex-navy commander convicted over 2017 ARA San Juan submarine tragedy

08-07-2026 15:48 Submarine force commander Claudio Villamide handed three-year suspended sentence for negligence and breach of duties; Three other Navy officers acquitted.

economic outlook

IMF confirms 3.5% growth forecast for Argentina in 2026

08-07-2026 15:15 Multilateral lender’s chief Kristalina Georgieva to visit Buenos Aires this month; International Monetary Fund sees Argentina’s economy expanding 4% in 2027.

MARKETS & FINANCING

Caputo: Argentina has secured funds for 2026 debt payments

06-07-2026 15:23 Economy Minister Luis Caputo says Milei government has secured enough funds to meet this year's external debt obligations; Administration open to international markets to refinance future maturities, but not in a rush.

MARKETS & FINANCING

Argentina shuns markets for now, sees investment grade by 2031

06-07-2026 15:00 President Javier Milei’s administration is targeting investment-grade status for Argentina by the end of a potential second term in 2031, announces Economy Minister Luis Caputo.

ECONOMIC PROGRAMME

Argentina targets investment grade rating by 2031, Caputo says

06-07-2026 14:16 Milei administration is targeting investment-grade status for Argentina by the end of a potential second term in 2031, announces minister.

News of luis

Report: Miami-based Argentine pilot brokered payment for Bolsonaro escape flight

Milei retreats on bank account freezes that crushed businesses

Officials play down fallout from Trump's midterm defeat

Judge orders Milei government to disclose details of Flávio Bolsonaro assistance

Private jet firm used by Bolsonaro previously sparked scandal for Milei

Being Javier Milei

José Luis Espert ordered to stand trial on money-laundering and graft charges

Bond sell-off blindsides bulls as election fears grow

Caputo sees strong recovery, rismisses recession odds

Argentina pauses local dollar bond sales as debt wall nears

Argentina eyes tapping China swap to cover 2027 financing needs

Inflation edged up 1.9% in September, lifting annual rate to 33.4%

IMF slashes Argentina’s 2026 growth forecast to 2.1%

Milei fails to boost lending as banks load up on government debt

Pay for passports: Milei government unveils citizen by investment scheme

Caputo: 'Kirchnerism is hell, Kicillof is the antichrist’

Lula battles for Brazil’s northeast against Flavio Bolsonaro

Milei’s strong peso is holding back economic growth

Budget: Government projects 4% growth and 18% inflation for 2027

Inflation slowed to 14-month low in August

Mystery solved: Argentina's missing gold is in Switzerland

Worthy of their higher?

Street to be renamed in tribute to José Luis Cabezas

Congress puts Peter Thiel's Argentina interest under the microscope

Milei-linked consultant refuses to testify in Bolivia shooting case

Former Milei aide arrested after pregnant woman shot in Bolivia

Economic conundrums

Argentina eases post-2001 dollar loan curbs to boost economy

Inflation edged up last month on winter holidays

Inflation ticks up slightly, rising to monthly 2.1%

Caputo says ‘Argentina has been laid waste over last 25 years’

Milei eases cash crunch to reignite economic growth

Argentina, China extend currency swap deal

Argentina renews US$19-billion China swap for another five years

Milei’s money man shuns foreign markets after failed bond binge

IMF chief visits Vaca Muerta shale field

IMF chief visits Milei as Argentina’s US$57-billion bill comes due

IMF boss hails 'much sounder' Argentine economy under Milei

IMF leader Georgieva to visit Milei in Buenos Aires

Caputo boldly claims Argentina will ‘reach zero inflation’

King Messi faces Prince Yamal in final with World Cup at stake

Master and apprentice as Spain, Argentina coaches meet in World Cup final

Boost for Milei as monthly inflation read dips below 2%

IMF welcomes Milei's reform proposal for Argentina's Central Bank

Argentina to repay US$4 billion, defying critics who doubted tack

Ex-navy commander convicted over 2017 ARA San Juan submarine tragedy

IMF confirms 3.5% growth forecast for Argentina in 2026

Caputo: Argentina has secured funds for 2026 debt payments

Argentina shuns markets for now, sees investment grade by 2031

Argentina targets investment grade rating by 2031, Caputo says

Milei: It’s important Trump ‘emerges stronger’ from US midterms

Argentina's government prepares for possibility Pope Leo may not visit

Rio Tinto sees lithium output impacted by Argentina rainfall

Argentina eyes tapping China swap to cover 2027 financing needs

Argentina, US amend trade deal in bid to secure ratification

Martín Fierro de la Música: la lista completa de ganadores, incluyendo quién se llevó la estatuilla de Oro

Una encuesta comparó los gobiernos de Milei y Alberto Fernández: la llamativa ventaja "por un pelo"

Rubinstein sobre los dichos de Milei: "Los 125 mil millones es una fantasía que no tiene ningún asidero"

Santiago Caputo pidió recuperar las Malvinas porque Gran Bretaña está "siendo colonizada por el Islam" y Milei lo compartió

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