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Argentina is set to secure a major financial lifeline as the World Bank prepares to announce a $12 billion financing package, complementing the International Monetary Fund’s expected approval of a $20 billion loan deal, according to sources familiar with the matter.
The substantial aid comes at a pivotal moment for Argentina’s struggling economy. On Friday, the country’s central bank confirmed it will relax foreign exchange controls, allowing the peso to trade within a managed floating band of 1,000 to 1,400 pesos per U.S. dollar. This policy shift marks a significant move toward market liberalization and is widely viewed as a condition for unlocking international financial support.
The Inter-American Development Bank (IDB) is also expected to unveil its own support package for Argentina, reinforcing the coordinated international effort to stabilize the country’s economy. The combined announcements from the IMF, World Bank, and IDB are anticipated to be made on the same day, signaling strong multilateral backing for Argentina’s economic reforms.
These developments come amid deep financial challenges, with inflation soaring and reserves dwindling. Easing capital controls and allowing a more flexible exchange rate are seen as critical steps toward restoring investor confidence and ensuring long-term economic stability.
The total financial support—expected to reach $32 billion—aims to help Argentina replenish reserves, support structural reforms, and stabilize the volatile peso. The move highlights growing international commitment to assisting Argentina’s economic recovery through a mix of financial aid and policy support.
This coordinated effort from global financial institutions underscores the urgency of Argentina's fiscal reforms and its bid to regain economic balance in a challenging global environment.
