The Central Bank of Argentina (BCRA) has updated its official statistics, putting international reserves back in the spotlight. How much have they grown this year? What impact do they have on everyday life? Discover the details, why these numbers matter, and how to access the official data.
On Friday, September 4, 2026, Argentina's blue dollar climbed to AR$1,540 for sale, while the official rate remained stable at AR$1,530. The exchange market saw volatility, and the country risk dropped to 495 points. Here are all the details of the day.
On Thursday, September 3, 2026, the Rosario grain market saw corn take center stage, with spot prices holding at US$ 190 per ton and new offers emerging for the 2026/27 season. Meanwhile, soybeans remained stable and wheat traded lower, in a session marked by caution in Chicago.
In a day of strong optimism, Argentina's country risk fell back below 500 basis points, while the official dollar dropped 5 pesos at Banco Nación. Sovereign bonds and Argentine stocks on Wall Street are mostly trading higher, driven by US employment data and a Citi report that downplays political risk.
Venezuelan defaulted bonds jumped to four-month highs following a landmark oil agreement with the Trump administration. Investors are speculating on a debt restructuring that could exceed US$200 billion, while the interim government defends the pact and the opposition calls it unconstitutional.
In a stark warning at the London School of Economics, Bank of England Governor Andrew Bailey said populism poses a serious challenge to central bank independence. He cautioned that institutions like his could be seen as an unrepresentative elite, amid growing political pressure from parties like Reform UK and figures such as Donald Trump.
On Friday, September 4, 2026, the blue dollar in Córdoba remains unchanged, while Buenos Aires sees a $5 decrease. The official rate opens stable, and the market anticipates a slight adjustment. Here are all the details on exchange rates and the economic context.
Argentina's Energy Secretariat has removed subsidies for residents of high-income gated communities in Neuquén, detecting 17,843 fraudulent applications in exclusive areas. The government also announced the cleanup of nearly one million incomplete or erroneous applications filed since 2022, as part of a new tariff segmentation policy aimed at ensuring state aid reaches those who truly need it.
In Argentina, using credit cards to finance purchases is falling sharply. A new report shows a 10.1% real annual drop in August, driven by record delinquency, stricter bank policies, and weak demand. Here’s what’s happening and what it means for households.
Banco Provincia (BAPRO) is back in the UVA mortgage market with a renewed offer aimed at boosting construction in Buenos Aires province. With amounts up to $524 million, rates from 9%, and a salary protection clause, the bank aims to fix a 'market failure' and make housing more accessible.
Venezuelan bonds hit a four-month high after the signing of an oil agreement between Donald Trump and Delcy Rodríguez. The market is betting on a future restructuring of a debt that could exceed US$200 billion, while analysts debate the real impact of the pact.
German automotive giant Volkswagen has signed an agreement to eliminate 50,000 additional jobs in a bid to tackle the sector's crisis. However, the pact leaves numerous questions unanswered about the company's future and its workers.
Diesel prices have surged dramatically for farmers in the UK and US, driven by renewed US-Iran conflict and Russia's extended export ban. British farmers face increases of up to 14 pence per liter in a week, while the US hits a historic record. The Middle East crisis and global refining cuts worsen the situation.
Argentina's National Commission for Work in Private Households has officially confirmed a staggered salary increase of 8.6% for domestic employees, effective between August and December 2026, plus a one-time non-remunerative bonus of up to $20,000. Here are the new pay scales and how they affect each category.
In a strategic move to expand its corporate services, Grupo Clarín, through its subsidiary GC Gestión Compartida, has acquired 60% of Gestión de Préstamos y Cobranzas S.A. The deal, closed on September 2, 2026, aims to build a leading BPO and debt collection platform in Argentina, a market boosted by rising household arrears.
Argentina's National Commission for Work in Private Homes has approved a new salary scheme for domestic workers, featuring five cumulative monthly increases from August to December 2026, plus a one-time non-remunerative bonus. Here are the new minimum wage scales by category and work modality.
Volkswagen's supervisory board has given the green light to an ambitious restructuring plan that will eliminate 50,000 jobs globally. The measure, approved on September 3, 2026, aims to tackle the automotive sector crisis and accelerate the transition to electric mobility, according to reports from Le Monde.
On September 3, 2026, Volkswagen confirmed the biggest job cut plan in the history of the global automotive industry: 100,000 positions will be eliminated by 2030, nearly 15% of its workforce. The measure, approved by the supervisory board, includes closing four plants in Germany and halving its model lineup, amid fierce Chinese competition and falling sales.
On September 3, 2026, global wheat markets experienced a sharp selloff after Russian President Vladimir Putin suggested a potential peace deal with Ukraine. Chicago futures dropped up to $12 per ton intraday, closing 2.5% lower at around $270 per ton. Argentine traders are now watching the risk premium closely as the Black Sea conflict reshapes global grain flows.
At a meeting organized by the Libertad y Progreso Foundation, Deputy Minister José Luis Daza highlighted Argentina's unique role in the G20, being the only country with both external and fiscal surplus while growing above the bloc's average. A recognition that reinforces confidence in the economic direction.
At the 'Vientos de Cambio' forum, Argentina's Deputy Economy Minister José Luis Daza announced that the RIGI (Large Investment Incentive Regime) has already accumulated $200 billion in investment requests. This staggering figure, he said, will surpass the country's productive capacity, opening a horizon of optimism for the Argentine economy.
On Thursday, September 3, 2026, Argentina's country risk closed at 493 basis points, its lowest level in over two weeks, while the official dollar fell by 5 pesos at Banco Nación. The blue dollar rose slightly, and analysts see genuine compression of local risk, though stocks fell after several consecutive gains.
In a day of intense trading, Argentina's wholesale dollar fell for a second straight session to close at 1,508 pesos, while the blue dollar rose 5 pesos, snapping a six-day losing streak. Trading volume hit its second-highest of the year, and central bank reserves surpassed the 50 billion dollar mark. Analysts project the dollar to reach around 1,600 pesos by year-end.
Argentina's Central Bank (BCRA) saw its international reserves climb to USD 50.8 billion on September 3, 2026, boosted by gold and currency revaluations. However, official dollar purchases in the wholesale market were the weakest for a month's start this year, raising questions about the sustainability of reserve accumulation.
At the 47th Annual IAEF Convention in Puerto Iguazú, BCRA Vice President Vladimir Werning stated that family loan defaults are a private-sector issue, urging banks to refinance at much lower rates and absorb losses with their own capital. He rejected populist solutions and defended the economic course.
