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Argentina Sets 2.8% February Increase for Pensions and AUH After December CPI

The CPI-linked mobility formula now lifts ANSES benefits across the board, but the final income for low‑income retirees hinges on whether the frozen 70,000‑peso bonus is extended.

Overview

  • INDEC reported December inflation at about 2.8%, which ANSES uses to update February pensions, AUH and other assignments under the monthly mobility regime.
  • The minimum pension rises to roughly $359,080 before any bonus, while the AUH climbs to about $129,000 gross, with around $103,200 paid monthly after the 20% retention.
  • Reports differ on the February continuity of the 70,000‑peso reinforcement for lower‑income retirees, a decision that materially affects take‑home amounts.
  • ANSES calendars indicate payments for minimum benefits begin in the second week of February, with higher‑amount pensions paid later in the month.
  • The adjustments are mandated by Decree 274/2024, which ties monthly benefit updates to the CPI from two months earlier to reduce indexation lag.