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WHAT'S NEXT?: Argentina domestic activity will be held back by rising inflation and the impact of numerous policy-induced economic distortions.

• [New] Argentina's agricultural sector is in a sweet spot: favorable weather, policy tailwinds, and global demand align to create a multi-year opportunity. UkrAgroConsult
• [New] Supply agreements for critical minerals will dominate Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi's visit to Ghana, Namibia, Brazil, Argentina and Trinidad & Tobago starting Wednesday as the South Asian country's industry grapples with restricted supplies from China. FDD
• [New] Latin America: Countries like Brazil and Argentina face hyperinflation risks, prompting private stablecoins pegged to USD or BRL to gain traction. Dzilla Pte. Ltd. - dzilla Wallet, Calculator, Media - d
• [New] Countries such as Brazil and Argentina are becoming critical markets, offering opportunities for both local and international agrochemical companies. https://exactitudeconsultancy.com/
• Economic and trade relations between Argentina and Vietnam have grown significantly in recent years, but are still far from reaching their full potential. THE VOICE OF VIETNAM
• The Economic Survey of Argentina will cover a range of critical areas, including macroeconomic stability, fiscal policy, and structural reforms. archyde
• Argentina offers opportunities in agricultural cooperation, lithium mining for India's clean energy transition, and expanded trade relationships. Blogger
• A record wheat harvest is forecast at 808 million tons, which is 1% more than in the previous season, thanks to significant harvests in the EU, Russia, Canada, Argentina, the UK and India. UkrAgroConsult
• There are expected to be ample harvests across most major producing countries, mainly the US, Brazil, Argentina, Ukraine, China, the EU, India and Russia. Wandile Sihlobo
• Foreign corn ending stocks for 2025-26 were reduced, with cuts to China, South Africa, India, and Canada partially offset by an increase for Argentina. High Plains Journal
• U.S. old and new corn crop export forecasts are both raised this month on increased price competitiveness and the slower-than-expected pace of shipments from Argentina and Brazil. Ag Proud
• Mexico, Australia, Argentina, India, and Turkey export lots of chickpeas to the U.S. President Donald Trump's tariffs on Australia, Argentina, India, and Turkey could disrupt existing agricultural trade relations. Mashed
• Once signed, the FTA is expected to remove high tariff barriers still applied by countries like Argentina and Uruguay, boosting Vietnam's price competitiveness against other exporters like China and India. Meksea
• Argentina sees expanding into offal exports as not just an opportunity to gain revenue, but also a strategic step toward tighter integration with one of the world's major consumer markets. Invezz
• In the Northern Hemisphere, the sowing campaign is already underway and looks favorable, but for South American countries such as Brazil and Argentina, weather will be a key factor in determining the final harvest results. UkrAgroConsult
• In Argentina, dry weather will allow farmers to continue to harvest their corn and soybeans but will reduce soil moisture for winter wheat. Successful Farming
• China and Japan are both expected to see year-over-year growth, while the economic recovery in Argentina and favorable calendar effects in Brazil should enable an expansion in sales in South America. Morningstar, Inc.
• Wheat production in 2025-2026 is estimated at 142.0 mmt in China; 136.0 mmt in the European Union; 83.0 mmt in Russia; 23.0 mmt in Ukraine; 36.0 mmt in Canada; 31.0 mmt in Australia; and 20.0 mmt in Argentina. DTN Progressive Farmer
• Revenue for 2025 is projected to reach US$ 26 billion, reflecting its scale and deepening penetration across key markets like Brazil, Mexico, and Argentina. BNN Bloomberg
• By 2030, countries in the Paraguay-Parana river basin will supply 40% of the world's grain, along with natural gas from Vaca Muerta shale, as well as lithium and copper from northwestern Argentina. Americas Quarterly
• Argentina's signing of open skies agreements with a number of countries is positive and will enhance connectivity and competition for the benefit of airlines and passengers. TravelDailyNews International
• Argentina experienced the most significant rise (128.88 km3), while 58 countries were projected to use less water due to improved irrigation efficiency and declining populations, with India experiencing the largest reduction (208.63 km3). Nature

Last updated: 17 July 2025