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In September, the Argentine Government maintained a fiscal surplus due to a nearly 1% adjustment in public spending and an increase in tax revenue. Economy Minister Luis Caputo met with Kristalina Georgieva from the IMF, who highlighted the fiscal discipline of Javier Milei's administration. So far in 2026, the Government has accumulated a primary surplus equivalent to 12% of GDP.
By Clarín
In September, Argentina's National Public Sector registered a primary surplus of $1.42 trillion and a financial surplus of $977.173 billion, marking a 215.6% increase compared to the previous year. Despite these positive results, the government anticipates it will not fully meet its fiscal targets agreed with the International Monetary Fund for 2026. Both revenues and expenditures showed significant year-on-year increases, particularly in social benefits and defense spending.
By El Cronista
Minister Federico Sturzenegger criticized the provincial government of Axel Kicillof for the 17.6% increase in the Vehicle Technical Verification (VTV) fee in Buenos Aires, accusing it of not adopting the deregulation promoted by the national government. This deregulation would allow vehicle owners to perform the VTV at various workshops, increasing competition and potentially reducing costs. In contrast, the province chose to maintain its previous regime with regulated fees and inspections at authorized plants.
By La Nación
The International Monetary Fund (IMF) urged Latin American governments to continue reducing subsidies, highlighting Argentina for its progress in this area. In its report, it suggested prioritizing direct transfers to vulnerable households instead of widespread subsidies. Additionally, it warned about the reduction of Argentina's economic growth projection, lowering it from 3.5% to 2.1% for 2026, citing weak domestic demand as one reason.
By La Nación
The International Monetary Fund (IMF) urged Argentina to continue reducing energy subsidies and downgraded its growth forecast for the country to 2.1% for 2026. Although acknowledging that this adjustment is complex, the IMF predicts a gradual economic recovery, expecting a 3.5% growth by 2027. The report stresses the importance of aligning internal prices more closely with international values and suggests improving the effectiveness of assistance mechanisms.
By iProfesional
Silvina Batakis, the Minister of Habitat and Urban Development of the Province of Buenos Aires, criticized Javier Milei's economic management, accusing it of "accounting makeup" that conceals fiscal issues. She pointed out inconsistencies in the budget and mentioned that the current economic situation is causing distrust in the markets, warning about the high debt maturities the Treasury faces. She cautioned that the government's optimistic projections do not align with the country's fiscal reality.
By Página/12
The IMF supported Javier Milei's government's policy of cutting energy subsidies and emphasized the need to preserve advancements in this area across Latin America. In its report, the organization highlighted that despite the international context of high energy prices, Argentina made progress in eliminating subsidies. While an economic recovery is anticipated in 2027, the IMF warned of the need for structural reforms and improved job creation.
By Perfil
Marcos Galperin, founder of Mercado Libre, expressed his support for the economic direction of Javier Milei's government and criticized the opposition during a day marked by incidents and attempted coups. He highlighted the significant dollar purchase made by the Central Bank of Argentina, which reached USD 182 million, as an indicator of the changes occurring in the country. Despite political tensions, Galperin believes that strengthening international reserves is key to the government's economic strategy.
By Derecha Diario
The economy in Argentina is stagnating, with Javier Milei's government approval at 39% and 38% of people believing that the situation will improve in the next year. However, there is strong polarization in evaluations, with high support among Milei's voters while critics from the opposition condemn the current management. Concerns about the economy and the cost of public services dominate the social landscape, reflecting a clear divide in perception among different sectors of the population.
By El Cronista
An official report from the Ministry of Labor indicates that since the beginning of Milei's administration, half of the collective agreements have lost purchasing power, averaging a 7% decline against inflation. Despite a slight 13% recovery in salaries in August, there are significant variations across sectors, with textiles experiencing a 32% loss. The report highlights wage disparities between sectors and their adaptation to the current economic situation, noting that disinflation has affected the real adjustment dynamics of salaries.
By Clarín
Javier Milei, speaking in Washington, claimed that Argentina's country risk would drop below 100 points by 2027, despite a recent increase to 623 points. He characterized his administration's efforts as a "miracle" repairing over a century of damage. However, current statistics contrast sharply with these optimistic projections, highlighting a disconnect between promises and market reality. Luis Caputo, speaking from Thailand, echoed this optimism about investments in Argentina, vowing strong economic growth in the coming years.
By Página/12
The article analyzes the new strategies of Argentina's Ministry of Economy and Central Bank to manage the country’s financial situation, particularly concerning dollar reserves and debt issuance. It discusses the tensions between traders and economists, as well as the political and economic climate before the 2027 elections, where President Milei's approval remains steady despite widespread economic dissatisfaction. The financial community assesses how these policies will impact economic recovery and future financing options.
By Ámbito
Economist Roberto Cachanosky explained that inflation in Argentina is not decreasing due to the strong monetary emission. He stated that inflation in September was 1.9%, far from the 0% target previously mentioned by President Javier Milei. He also warned about the current economic situation, characterized by inflation, recession, and an increase in precarious employment.
By Perfil