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Argentina’s Knowledge Economy Hits Record $9.685 Billion in Exports

AI adoption is driving growth despite a stronger peso eroding price competitiveness.

Overview

  • Exports reached US$9.685 billion for July 2024–June 2025, up about 20.8% year over year, with Q2 2025 setting a quarterly record at US$2.447 billion (+15.5%).
  • The sector now ranks third among Argentina’s export complexes, contributing roughly 12% of national exports.
  • Employment stands near 283,500, with about 3,200 net jobs added in the latest period measured.
  • Professional services account for 64.1% of sales, followed by software and IT at about 28%.
  • Industry leaders cite AI-driven demand as a growth engine, while peso appreciation is squeezing margins and proposed AI regulations could weigh on competitiveness; Argencon projects about US$11 billion in 2026 and up to US$30 billion within a decade if stability holds.