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Argentina Eases Currency Controls After $20 Billion IMF Deal

4/11/2025

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Argentina's central bank has lifted stringent currency controls, letting the peso fluctuate between 1,000 and 1,400 per dollar. This pivotal shift comes after a $20 billion deal with the International Monetary Fund, designed to stabilize the economy and enhance foreign reserves, reflecting President Javier Milei's bold economic vision.

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Argentina's central bank has lifted stringent currency controls, letting the peso fluctuate between 1,000 and 1,400 per dollar. This pivotal shift comes after a $20 billion deal with the International Monetary Fund, designed to stabilize the economy and enhance foreign reserves, reflecting President Javier Milei's bold economic vision.