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U.S. Pledges Support Options for Argentina, Triggering Market Rally

Buenos Aires suspends grain export taxes to raise dollar inflows.

Overview

  • The U.S. Treasury said all options for stabilization are on the table, including swap lines, direct currency purchases, and Exchange Stabilization Fund purchases of Argentina’s dollar debt.
  • Argentine assets rebounded, with U.S.-listed stocks up over 10%, international bonds gaining more than 6 cents, and the peso strengthening about 2% after recent heavy reserve sales.
  • Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent said President Javier Milei will meet President Donald Trump in New York on Tuesday to discuss the situation.
  • Argentina announced a suspension of taxes on grain exports through October 31 to bolster the supply of dollars, according to a government statement.
  • Foreign Minister Gerardo Werthein said reports of a $30 billion U.S. loan were incorrect and that talks are focused on a much smaller amount.