ECONOMY – ANALYSIS The risks of the Milei government’s economic plan Yesterday 10:03 Macroeconomic order and disinflation alone do not guarantee long-term sustainability. by Luis Secco
ECONOMIC INDICATORS Milei celebrates as June inflation data hints at stabilistation 14-07-2025 20:02 Inflation last month only slightly up at 1.6%, barely up on last month; Consumer prices rose 15.1% in the first half of the year, up almost 40% over the last 12 months, INDEC reveals.
ECONOMY – ANALYSIS Inflation ticked up slightly last month, less than expected 14-07-2025 18:54 Inflation ticked up slightly but less than expected in June, another win for President Javier Milei ahead of midterm elections.
POLITICS Move Group: the consultancy firm advising government and opposition 12-07-2025 07:15 From Mayra Mendoza to Rolando Figueroa and Alberto Weretilneck. During the Javier Milei Presidency, a wide range of leaders have contracted the services of the consultancy firm where Santiago Caputo previously worked. by Giselle Leclercq
POLITICS – ANALYSIS Corruption claims and political miscalculations 12-07-2025 06:16 The Milei government must defend its hard-fought macroeconomic stability at all costs, at least until the election. That’s why Caputo and Milei went on the offensive, making the rounds with their typical, friendly interviewers to accuse provincial governors and the opposition at large of seeking to destabilise the government. by Agustino Fontevecchia
CAMPAIGN COMMENTS Independence for whom? 12-07-2025 06:13 The Independence Day alliance on the right leaves the Peronists playing catch up after their stab at unification at the Partido Justicialista Congress. by Michael Soltys
FEATURE Santiago Caputo, Milei’s secret weapon, disrupts domestic politics 08-07-2025 10:57 Top adviser is upending Argentine politics amid rumoured tension with the President’s sister, Karina Milei, ahead of crucial midterm vote.
opinion and analysis Carnal relations 28-06-2025 06:01 Halfway between the ‘Conurbano’ and World War III. by Agustino Fontevecchia
Politics – Analysis From ‘Caputito’ to ‘Fat Dan’ – weird scenes of digital disinformation 31-05-2025 06:39 Milei and his digital pit-bulls appeal to freedom of expression while relying on manipulative and even false information to get their message across, while fostering censorship and hate of the traditional media. Freedom of speech for those who express the same kind of things as me, censorship for the rest. by Agustino Fontevecchia
ESPIONAGE & FREEDOM OF THE PRESS SIDE: from the sewers to the forces of heaven 31-05-2025 06:38 Until now, the path taken by Javier Milei’s “forces of heaven” is no different from their predecessors. by Javier Calvo
Editorial Enemies of the state 31-05-2025 06:36 Instructions against those who “erode … the political and institutional structure of the country” can be carried to the extreme of converting any criticism of the administration into a crime against the state – more to be expected from Communism than anarcho-capitalism.
Intelligence services Milei denies targeting critics after intelligence plan leak 30-05-2025 14:45 Leaked national intelligence plan raises concerns over potential surveillance of journalists, experts, social leaders and opposition figures; Argentina’s government issued statement denying SIDE agents will persecute critics.
INTELLIGENCE SERVICES Espionage plan claims remain in spotlight with further SIDE revelations 29-05-2025 15:05 Bicameral intelligence committee, chaired by Radical senator Martín Lousteau, has summoned Sergio Neiffert to explain the objectives of this plan, especially its more questionable aspects.
BACK TO MARKETS Argentina sells peso bonds abroad for first time since Macri era 28-05-2025 23:49 Milei government says it has raised US$1 billion in first peso-denominated bond issuance in nine years.
ANALYSIS: SHOCK THERAPY Milei intervenes in currency market despite letting peso float 28-05-2025 11:36 Argentina’s government has intervened in the currency markets to influence the peso’s value and is likely to miss reserve accumulation targets.
DISCREDIT & DISTRACTION Darín and Milei’s online army: empanadas or rotten fish 27-05-2025 14:43 Argentina’s government, along with its army of online trolls and sympathetic journalists, used the price of empanadas to mock Ricardo Darín and distract from the economic crisis. Viral mockery and aligned media coverage helped them avoid talking about frozen wages, austerity, and the loss of purchasing power. by Nicolás Gonzalez
INTELLIGENCE SERVICES Milei government says SIDE intelligence services won’t target critics 27-05-2025 10:40 President Javier Milei’s government denies a report in La Nación newspaper claiming that SIDE intelligence services will collect information on individuals – potentially journalists, experts and opposition politicians – who could undermine confidence in government policies.
BACK TO MARKETS Caputo confirms first peso-denominated debt sale in nearly a decade 27-05-2025 09:52 Argentina unveils first sale of peso-denominated debt in nearly a decade – a high-stakes test of international investor confidence.
MARKETS & BONDS Argentina claims return to global markets with peso bond sale 26-05-2025 20:51 Argentina’s government will issue a five-year bond denominated in pesos that’s aimed at international investors who are allowed to purchase it in US dollars.
Price of speaking up? Empanada attack: Milei’s defenders slam actor Ricardo Darín 26-05-2025 16:53 Defenders of President Javier Milei’s government – including Economy Minister Luis Caputo – slam actor Ricardo Darín after he expresses concern over high prices in Argentina.
NEW MEASURES Milei’s revamp lets Argentines send US$43,700 – no questions asked 22-05-2025 19:33 ARCA tax agency will stop collecting large swathes of information from citizens and businesses, ranging from used car and home sales to everyday supermarket purchases, starting Friday.
AMCHAM SUMMIT 2025 Investments, remonetisation, reforms – doubts of US business leaders 22-05-2025 09:31 Milei’s RIGI incentives do not convince, the 'quasi-whitewash' needs "rationality" and reform bills into 2026. Electoral atmosphere at this year’s AmCham Summit and business optimism. by Eugenia Muzio
AMCHAM SUMMIT 2025 ‘Invest because Argentina is very cheap,’ Milei tells business leaders 20-05-2025 19:55 President Javier Milei tells business leaders today that “those who bet on Argentina will come out winning,” as he headlines the AmCham Summit 2025 in Buenos Aires.
'CRYPTOGATE' SCANDAL President shuts down unit investigating crypto scandal 20-05-2025 14:46 Closing investigative unit probing 'Cryptogate' scandal ends the government’s internal investigation into the matter.
ELECTIONS 2025: BUENOS AIRES CITY Adorni hails ‘win for freedom,’ takes aim at PRO, Peronists 18-05-2025 22:35 Javier Milei gave the baton to his top spokesman and the candidate delivered; Manuel Adorni calls for allies to join La Libertad Avanza in order to “end Kirchnerism.”
Analysing Argentina Re-election in 2027? It’s Milei’s to lose 17-05-2025 06:53 Milei has at hand all the variables that will determine his future. Winning or losing will depend on how he handles them. The more pragmatic and less ideological, the better. by Marcelo J. García
POLITICS – ANALYSIS More to lose than to win 16-05-2025 10:15 In the City, the battle for first place is less interesting than the struggle between the Mileis and the Macris. by Agustino Fontevecchia
ELECTIONS 2025 Paid militants, tensions, anger at Macri – inside Adorni’s campaign finale 15-05-2025 13:12 Manuel Adorni, heading La Libertad Avanza’s list for the City Legislature elections, accompanied by Javier and Karina Milei, Cabinet ministers and others at his closing campaign rally in Recoleta – but tensions are brewing behind the scenes. by Giselle Leclercq
ANALYSIS: SHOCK THERAPY How Milei keeps peso strong ahead of midterm vote 14-05-2025 12:00 President Milei's government doubles down on a strong peso strategy, making it the cornerstone of his midterm election campaign.
EDITORIAL Clean slates – for greenbacks only 10-05-2025 07:25 At least two of this week’s main news items may be considered further setbacks in the fight against corruption. Every suspicion of a meticulously manipulated Senate result instead of free votes of conscience, while those complying with the conditions of last year’s tax whitewash might ask themselves why they went to all that trouble – a black week for removing the stain of corruption with no guarantee against more to come.
POLITICS & COMMUNICATION Milei: Hate, peace, Popes and social media 10-05-2025 07:21 The Milei administration built its strength on synthetic power and effectively navigated the first part of the presidency. With the campaign fully underway, La Libertad Avanza will once again rely on their not-so-secret weapon. by Agustino Fontevecchia
'Blanqueo permanente'? Experts say Argentina’s dollar thirst could open door for illegal funds 06-05-2025 12:26 Experts raise concerns about legal and tax consequences of using undeclared money after Economy Minister Luis Caputo urged Argentines to take their dollars out and "remonetise" the economy – without having to answer questions. by Eugenia Muzio
NEW ECONOMIC MEASURES Caputo: Argentines should spend dollars without 'explanations' 05-05-2025 15:31 Argentina’s Economy Minister Luis Caputo calls for “cultural shift” in which citizens should be able to spend dollars without “having to provide explanations” over what they buy or origin of funds; Government to introduce measures to facilitate circulation of greenbacks.
POLITICS & MEDIA Milei administration intensifies offensive against press 03-05-2025 10:23 President Javier Milei’s government is presenting the media and journalists to voters as the “new caste” and has decided to ramp up its attacks on reporters; New attack attempts to associate them with “lies” and “defamation,” with one online ally even calling for one journalist to be jailed. by Pablo Varela
Editorial Will April showers bring May flowers? 03-05-2025 07:45 Critics of the exit from the ‘cepo’ currency and capital controls argue that it opens the door to speculative peso-dollar shuffles. Whether or not they are right will go much further towards defining the outcome of the October midterms than any cultural battles.
ANALYSING ARGENTINA Milei’s Macri mirror 03-05-2025 07:14 Javier Milei and Luis Caputo want the economy to be booming when the country goes to vote in October. The question is how much it will cost them – and the country. by Marcelo J. García
POLITICS Transport secretary for chop as Milei government churn continues 01-05-2025 15:18 Franco Mogetta, linked to Córdoba Province Governor Juan Schiaretti, set to be latest official removed from President Milei’s administration.
NEW MEASURES Argentina eliminates export duties for thousands of manufactured goods 30-04-2025 21:34 President Javier Milei's government eliminates export duties for thousands of industrial products; Economy Minister Luis Caputo says tax levy was "affecting competitiveness" in announcement hailing the move.
POLITICS & ECONOMY – ANALYSIS Milei dreams of re-election – with IMF's help 19-04-2025 06:00 Whether signing an IMF deal represents a “day of liberation” or one of mourning, it lifts a cloud of uncertainty and allows the political ecosystem to focus on upcoming elections. by Agustino Fontevecchia
Analysing Argentina Milei and the bicycle temptation 19-04-2025 06:00 The Milei government is confident it can make it to the midterm elections in October without major volatility. But this relative calm — won by force of debt — should not obscure the storm that was brewing before the cash injection. by Marcelo J. García
Foreign relations & diplomacy US Treasury secretary offers 'full support' to Milei at Casa Rosada 14-04-2025 17:29 US Treasury Scott Bessent visits Buenos Aires for talks with Javier Milei, his economic team and private-sector representatives; Official tells President he wants Washington to be Argentina's "partner of choice".
ECONOMIC CHANGES Peso slides, bonds jump after FX rules lifted 14-04-2025 13:46 Argentina’s sovereign debt climbed Monday while the peso slipped after the country lifted most of its currency-market restrictions.
POLITICS – ANALYSIS Milei gains 'breathing room' from his ties with Trump 12-04-2025 11:54 The support President Milei has garnered from the Trump administration stands in stark contrast to the mounting challenges on the home front. by Pablo Varela
ECONOMIC CHANGES Milei ends 'cepo' as IMF board approves US$20-billion bailout 11-04-2025 23:32 Milei declares "cepo is gone for good" as IMF unlocks US$12 billion in immediate funding and Argentina lifts capital controls in 48-month US$20-billion programme.
FIN DE CEPO? Caputo announces new IMF deal, end to exchange controls 11-04-2025 18:45 President Javier Milei's government announces elimination of foreign exchange controls ahead of confirmation of new US$20-billion IMF programme.
ECONOMY & POLITICS 'Chau cepo?': Argentina overhauls exchange rate access 11-04-2025 18:27 President Javier Milei’s government to lift capital and currency controls as of Monday, with exchange rate of between 1,000 and 1,4,00 per greenback; ‘Phase Three’ of economic programme will see monthly cap lifted for individuals and firms.
NEW IMF PROGRAMME Milei nears US$20-billion Argentina loan as IMF staff sign off 09-04-2025 08:49 Members of the Washington-based lender’s executive board are expected to vote on the agreement Friday.
POLITICS: MIDTERMS 2025 Milei’s worst week yet complicates La Libertad Avanza’s campaign 07-04-2025 10:17 Preoccupied by other pressing matters, La Libertad Avanza’s campaign for the upcoming elections is set to kick off with the “chainsaw tour,” which Manuel Adorni front and centre. by Pablo Varela
IMF PROGRAMME IMF met again on Argentina as upfront payment proves contentious 04-04-2025 19:30 There is still no consensus among board members on the size of the upfront payment to Argentina, according to reports.
Foreign relations & diplomacy Milei looks for IMF support, trade deal from Trump 03-04-2025 19:27 President in Florida to receive award; Milei seeking crucial backing from United States for new IMF programme, days after 10% tariffs are introduced.