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#currency-swap
fromwww.theguardian.com
3 days ago

Do populists always crash the economy?

Cambio, cambio. Under the blazing sun, dozens of money changers are hawking US dollars along Florida Street, a bustling pedestrian strip in Buenos Aires. Known as arbolitos (little trees), they are thriving ahead of the 26 October midterm elections in a country long used to saving in the greenback. The best time to buy is now, says one arbolito, declining to give her name. [The dollar] went down a little but it is a fake-out it'll rise again.
World news
#javier-milei
US politics
fromwww.aljazeera.com
4 weeks ago

Can Trump save Argentina's crisis-stricken economy as he hopes?

United States plans a $20 billion loan to support Argentina and President Javier Milei amid a severe currency collapse, bond selloff, and deep economic instability.
World news
fromemptywheel
1 month ago

Scott Bessent Links Bailout of Argentina to Trump's Election Interference, Even as Argentina Poaches US Soybean Markets - emptywheel

Argentina's libertarian president Javier Milei sought external financial support to defend a dollar peg as the peso faced a sharp sell-off.
fromemptywheel
1 month ago
World news

Scott Bessent Links Bailout of Argentina to Trump's Election Interference, Even as Argentina Poaches US Soybean Markets - emptywheel

#beef-prices
Agriculture
fromFortune
1 week ago

'Nobody's happy about it, let's put it that way': America's cattle ranchers were looking forward to a rare profitable year before the Argentina gambit | Fortune

Trump's plan to import more Argentine beef faces strong opposition from U.S. ranchers and likely would not meaningfully lower U.S. retail beef prices.
World news
fromThe New Yorker
1 week ago

Donald Trump's Forty-Billion-Dollar Exception to "America First"

The President pledged 'America First' yet proposed substantial financial support for Argentina's far-right government, backing Javier Milei with large rescue packages.
Soccer (FIFA)
fromESPN.com
1 week ago

Morocco shocks Argentina to win U20 World Cup

Morocco won the Under-20 World Cup, defeating Argentina 2-0 for the country's first World Cup victory at any age-group level.
World news
fromFortune
1 week ago

Scott Bessent working on another $20 billion of Argentina financing with private banks, sovereign funds, 'more focused on the debt market' | Fortune

The U.S. plans an additional $20 billion private-sector financing package to complement a $20 billion swap line to support Argentina's currency and debt markets.
US politics
fromFast Company
1 week ago

Trump administration looks to double aid for Argentina to $40 billion. Here's how

The U.S. is arranging an additional $20 billion financing via private banks and sovereign funds to complement a $20 billion swap line for Argentina.
fromwww.fourfourtwo.com
1 week ago

How to watch Argentina vs Colombia: Live streams for FIFA U-20 World Cup semi-final

Watch from anywhere: Use NordVPN to unblock your usual stream Argentina are arguably the favourites, with a greater historic track record in the U-20 World Cup and the greater form this tournament. In fact, the Albiceleste have won a record six U-20 World Cup titles, and they've won every single game they've played so far, topping Group D before easing past Nigeria and Mexico in the knockout rounds.
Soccer (FIFA)
#us-treasury
fromFortune
2 weeks ago

Argentina passes the begging bowl, again | Fortune

Where will that kind of money come from? Secretary Bessent will dip into the seldom-used Exchange Stabilization Fund at the U.S. Treasury. He will do so without Congressional approval. Why? Because President Trump has bet on President Milei. Trump sees Milei as Uncle Sam's man in Latin America-the man who will lead the charge against the " pink tide " of leftist Latin American governments and counter the commercial and geopolitical inroads made by China in the region.
World news
#puerto-rico
fromSoccer News
2 weeks ago

Scaloni offers challenge for Argentina's 'new guys' ahead of friendly - Soccer News

The test is very useful for us; it shows us that all our rivals are tough. All our opponents play at 100%. Venezuela played a good game. We won, but that's not the important thing. We wanted to see how the team was doing and get some playing time under our belts. I wanted to try the 5-3-2 option, which is an interesting variation, and we have the players to do it. There are times when defensive solidity is needed.
Soccer (FIFA)
World news
fromFortune
2 weeks ago

Bessent's big gamble on Argentina has a narrow road to pay off | Fortune

The US-backed $20 billion support aims to stabilize Argentina's peso and political standing to enable President Milei's reforms, but significant political and economic risks remain.
Soccer (FIFA)
fromSoccer News
2 weeks ago

France not afraid of Argentina and Spain ahead of World Cup, claims Saliba - Soccer News

France insist they are not afraid of Argentina or Spain and believe they can beat any team at the upcoming World Cup.
#peso-crisis
#venezuela
#assassination-attempt
Soccer (FIFA)
fromESPN.com
3 weeks ago

Report: Argentina-PR moved, Chicago unrest cited

Argentina's friendly against Puerto Rico moved from Chicago's Soldier Field to Fort Lauderdale's Chase Stadium because of unrest tied to Chicago's immigration crackdown.
World news
fromFortune
3 weeks ago

Inside the Trump team's secret talks to rescue Argentina-with the help of the 'Money Doctor' who wants to stop the 'pink tide' sweeping Latin America | Fortune

The Trump administration is seriously considering dollarizing Argentina's economy to stabilize it and shore up President Javier Milei's reforms.
#lionel-messi
fromSoccer News
1 month ago
Soccer (FIFA)

Messi's emotional farewell in Buenos Aires raises questions about his final bow - Soccer News

Soccer (FIFA)
fromSoccer News
1 month ago

Emotional Messi given Argentina farewell he always dreamed of - Soccer News

Lionel Messi finished his final competitive home match for Argentina with a 3-0 win, scoring two goals and receiving an emotional farewell.
Soccer (FIFA)
from101GREATGOALS.COM
1 month ago

Messi refuses to commit to 2026 World Cup after tearful Argentina farewell

Lionel Messi scored twice in a 3-0 home win over Venezuela in what appears to be his Argentina farewell, remaining undecided about the 2026 World Cup.
fromSoccer News
1 month ago
Soccer (FIFA)

Messi's emotional farewell in Buenos Aires raises questions about his final bow - Soccer News

#swap-line
fromFortune
3 weeks ago
US politics

By supporting Argentina, the U.S. government hopes to start a domino effect of preventing 'failed states' across South America, says Bessent | Fortune

fromFortune
3 weeks ago
US politics

By supporting Argentina, the U.S. government hopes to start a domino effect of preventing 'failed states' across South America, says Bessent | Fortune

#femicide
#drug-gangs
World news
fromwww.theguardian.com
1 month ago

Sacha Feinberg-Mngomezulu leads South Africa to nine-try rout of Argentina

South Africa beat Argentina 67-30, Sacha Feinberg-Mngomezulu scored 37 points including a hat-trick, putting South Africa top of the Rugby Championship.
fromwww.theguardian.com
1 month ago

Drug traffickers livestream Argentinian women's torture and killing

The murder of three young Argentinian women whose torture by suspected drug traffickers was livestreamed on a private Instagram group has sent shock waves through a country unused to such extreme levels of narco violence. Brenda del Castillo, 20, Morena Verdi, 20, and Lara Gutierrez, 15, went missing on Friday, after they were lured to a house in the outskirts of Buenos Aires by a promise that they would be paid US $300 for taking part in a sex party.
World news
Agriculture
fromFortune
1 month ago

'The frustration is overwhelming': Soybean farmers feel betrayed as Argentina blows a hole in rural America's $47 billion soybean bonanza | Fortune

U.S. soybean farmers face falling prices and lost China market share after U.S. support for Argentina and Argentina suspended soybean export taxes.
World news
fromFortune
1 month ago

Bessent halts Argentina crisis as U.S. lifeline upends short bets | Fortune

US government's potential $20 billion intervention and bond purchases halted Argentina market selloffs and stabilized stocks, bonds and currency before national elections.
US politics
fromenglish.elpais.com
1 month ago

US negotiates $20 billion bailout and debt purchase with Argentina

The United States is arranging a $20 billion currency swap, bond purchases, and ESF credit to strengthen Argentina's reserves and back President Javier Milei.
World news
fromFortune
1 month ago

Milei's peso is 20% overvalued and fragile, analysts say | Fortune

The Argentine peso is significantly overvalued and requires substantial depreciation to restore competitiveness, meet IMF targets, and revive the economy.
Miscellaneous
fromwww.theguardian.com
1 month ago

Wallabies fall short of huge comeback in Rugby Championship defeat to Argentina

Australia staged a dramatic late comeback but lost 28-26 to Argentina after conceding 13 penalties and allowing Santi Carreras to convert eight kicks.
Soccer (FIFA)
fromSoccer News
1 month ago

Scaloni acknowledges life after Messi will be difficult for Argentina - Soccer News

Replacing veteran stars like Messi, Di María, and Otamendi will be difficult after Argentina's 1-0 loss to Ecuador exposed squad transition challenges.
Miscellaneous
fromFast Company
1 month ago

Argentina's markets plunge after President Milei's party loses in Buenos Aires

Argentina's markets plunged and the peso hit a historic low after President Javier Milei's party suffered a heavy election defeat, raising doubts about economic reforms.
#nazi-looted-art
World news
fromwww.theguardian.com
1 month ago

Angus Bell's last-gasp try gives Wallabies dramatic Rugby Championship win over Argentina

Australia scored an 86th-minute winner to beat Argentina 28-24 after turning down three penalty kicks and mounting a second-half comeback from 21-7.
Soccer (FIFA)
fromESPN.com
1 month ago

Which South Americans used the transfer window to boost their World Cup chances?

Argentina's attack now relies on Thiago Almada linking with Julián Álvarez, creating a Messi-independent plan as players position for club and World Cup success.
fromenglish.elpais.com
1 month ago

Milei gets judge to ban publication of audio recordings of his sister inside presidential palace

In a parallel court filing, the government alleged that these recordings, as well as previous ones in which a now former senior official reveals an alleged internal corruption network, are part of an illegal intelligence operation aimed at destabilizing Argentina's democracy. According to Security Minister Patricia Bullrich, journalists and people linked to Russian intelligence services with influence in Venezuela are behind the plot.
World news
Podcast
fromSlate Magazine
1 month ago

A Comedy Writer Tries to Make Sense of Her Sex-Positive, Goofy, Sometimes Inappropriate Family

A childhood split between Argentina and the U.S. involved a loud, crass, sex-positive, and often hilarious nuclear family with complex emotional ups and downs.
fromRaptors Republic
1 month ago

Argentina dominates Canada in AmeriCup semifinals

Argentina came out swinging in the first quarter, starting the game on an 11-0 run over the first four minutes. Meanwhile, it was a discombobulated, disjointed mess from the SMNT, especially on the offensive end as they didn't record a single FG in the first eight minutes of the game, missing their first eight attempts and turning it over three times.
Canada news
World news
fromwww.theguardian.com
2 months ago

Javier Milei reels from scandal' tying powerful sister to alleged kickbacks

Argentina's president Javier Milei faces an alleged corruption scandal linking his sister Karina to kickbacks from pharmaceutical contracts for disability medicines.
fromwww.bbc.com
2 months ago

Harlequins sign Argentine prop Wenger

Image source, Getty Images Harlequins have completed the signing of prop Boris Wenger ahead of the 2025-26 season. Wenger, 23, joins from the Argentine club Dogos XV in Cordoba, where his performances earned him a place in the Super Rugby Americas team of the season for 2024. He made his international debut in June as Argentina beat the British and Irish Lions 28-24. Harlequins head coach Danny Wilson described the signing of Wenger as "a major boost".
UK news
Film
fromwww.theguardian.com
2 months ago

The Guide #204: The local dystopian TV shows captivating global audiences

The Eternaut is a dystopian thriller set in Argentina, rooted in socio-political themes despite its alien invasion premise.
Environment
fromwww.theguardian.com
2 months ago

We've begun oil spill response training': Patagonia prepares for the largest crude oil export port in Argentina

The Valdes Peninsula's rich ecosystem is under threat from oil infrastructure developments and environmental policy dismantling in Argentina.
#dirty-war
Social justice
fromwww.theguardian.com
2 months ago

I am one of the last of the Abuelas the grandmothers still searching for Argentina's disappeared'. I'm 87, but I will never give up

The military dictatorship in Argentina caused the disappearance of 30,000 people, including many infants taken from their parents.
fromFlowingData
2 months ago

When other countries shunned their data and statisticians

Argentina's case illustrates the severe repercussions of manipulating inflation data. Systematically understating figures led to a loss of faith from the international community, resulting in skyrocketing borrowing costs and a worsening debt crisis.
US politics
#travel
fromTravel + Leisure
2 months ago
Travel

Why This Underrated Region of Argentina Deserves More Attention, According to a Travel Advisor

Northwest Argentina features unique landscapes, including the Quebrada de Humahuaca valley and the vibrant Cerro de los Siete Colores.
fromwww.mercurynews.com
3 months ago
Travel

Wish You Were Here: Glacier spotting in Antarctica, an elephant ride in India

Travelers experienced Argentina, Chile, Antarctica, and India, with useful tips on layering clothes and currency exchanges.
fromwww.aljazeera.com
3 months ago

Milei tames inflation, but Argentines still struggle to afford basics

Milei managed to fulfill one of his campaign promises: radically cut inflation, which had reached a record monthly rate of 25 percent in December 2023. Now at 1.6 percent, the monthly rate is among the lowest since April 2020.
Black Lives Matter
US politics
fromArtforum
3 months ago

Full Circle

Argentina is experiencing an extreme economic experiment under President Javier Milei, characterized by severe cuts to public sector funding and privatization.
fromenglish.elpais.com
3 months ago

Why Javier Milei can't escape the $Libra case

On February 14, an unknown 28-year-old American, Hayden Davis, launched $Libra, and it drew in hundreds of millions of dollars, mostly due to a tweet from President Milei promoting its benefits.
US politics
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