Overview

• La Plata was rated A- for long term and A2 for short term by Fix SA, placing it first nationally among municipalities.
• The city leads the long‑term ranking ahead of Mendoza, Rosario, Río Cuarto and Comodoro Rivadavia, and ties Mendoza for the top short‑term spot.
• Officials reported a 27% rise in cash availability in 2024 and said financial autonomy increased from 46% in 2023 to 53% in 2024, with a goal of 59% this year.
• The administration attributes the fiscal turnaround to a near‑50% staff reduction, biometric attendance controls and internal and external audits, alongside stronger own‑revenue collections.
• La Plata also received top marks in the provincial Transparency and Visibility Index, with local authorities saying a national transparency score moved from 0 to 100.