One in Eight Argentine Families Is Behind on a Loan
Argentina loan arrears are 7.6% across the system, but families are at 12.7% and lending outside the banks is running...
August 21, 2026Section
Argentina News in English
Argentina news in English from The Rio Times — Buenos Aires politics, economy, markets and culture.
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Argentina Votes Wednesday on Central Bank Reform
The Argentina central bank reform reaches the Chamber of Deputies on 26 August, if the government finds a quorum. One...
August 21, 2026
Rosario This Weekend: Bossi, Spinetta and Kapanga
Rosario this weekend: Martín Bossi comedy, Dante Spinetta, Kapanga and more. Dates, times and ticket prices for 21-23 August 2026.
August 21, 2026
Aeroparque Closes 55 Hours: Flights Move to Ezeiza
Aeroparque closes for 55 hours next week, and your flight may move to Ezeiza. Learn exact dates, affected airlines, and...
August 21, 2026
Argentina Reserves Top US$50 Billion Again
Argentina reserves top US$50 billion as the central bank keeps buying dollars, reaching a seven-year high. Learn about the buying...
August 21, 2026
Argentina Flood Risk Covers 5.5 Million Hectares of Farmland
Argentina flood risk covers 5.5 million hectares of farmland, with wheat planting nearly complete and maize area projected lower.
August 21, 2026
Buenos Aires Digital Wallets Face a Lending Inquiry
Buenos Aires digital wallets face a provincial inquiry into lending practices, with fines up to US$1.26 million. Learn about the...
August 21, 2026
Argentina Markets: Merval & the Peso — August 21, 2026
The S&P Merval closed at 2,875,950, up 0.05%, while the peso held near 1,497 per dollar. Energy names led a...
August 21, 2026
Argentina Economy Grew 2.7% as Country Risk Climbed
The Argentina economy grew 2.7% in June on mining and farming, yet country risk climbed to 517 basis points, its...
August 21, 2026