— Analysis and summaries of current economic conditions, policies, and trends within Argentina. —
Economist Emmanuel Álvarez Agis sharply criticized the Large Investment Incentive Regime (RIGI), arguing it offers a general solution for specific sectoral issues. He stated that while Vaca Muerta might need special capital attraction conditions, extending these benefits across the entire economy ma
President Javier Milei announced future export tax cuts for key agricultural products, a long-awaited move. Export duties for wheat and barley will drop from 7.5% to 5.5% starting June 2026. Soy taxes will see a progressive reduction from January 2027, decreasing by 0.25 to 0.5 percentage points mon
Economist Emmanuel Álvarez Agis forecasts a "complex" 2025 for Argentina, calling it an "economic Vietnam" — not the "walk in the park" Minister Caputo suggested. He argues the government's "Cuca risk" rhetoric (Kirchnerist political risk) may become a self-fulfilling prophecy, as opposition policie
Global perception of Argentine President Javier Milei has undergone a dramatic shift, moving from initial bewilderment and a degree of fascination over a supposed economic miracle to pronounced skepticism. Influential publications such as The Economist, The Wall Street Journal, and the Financial Tim
Economist Emmanuel Álvarez Agis warns of a growing, dangerous family debt cycle in Argentina. Unlike past eras where inflation eroded installment debts, stagnant wages now trap households. Many use credit cards for essential groceries, incurring high interest. Agis highlights a lack of financial lit