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Rising energy and inflation in Argentina and Ecuador

Overview

Economic indicators in Argentina show rising wholesale inflation, with the Wholesale Price Index (IPIM) reaching 2.1% in August. This increase was driven by domestic products and imported goods, including crude oil, gas, and agricultural products.

In Argentina, industrial sectors such as the timber industry in Corrientes are experiencing significant electricity cost hikes, with some bills increasing by nearly 100%. Business leaders claim the current tariff scheme penalizes them as “Grandes Usuarios” (GUDI). Local energy authorities attribute these increases to the removal of subsidies and the mandatory transfer of costs set by national authorities.

Ecuador is also facing rising energy costs, with large-scale industries preparing for a tariff increase effective October 1, 2026. High-voltage rates are projected to rise from 12 cents per kWh to approximately 30 or 31 cents per kWh. Additionally, medium-voltage customers with high consumption are expected to face scheduled weekly disconnections.

Entities

FACUA-Consumidores en Acción · INDEC · Iberian Energy Market Operator · Argentina · Asociación Maderera y Afines de Corrientes

Timeline

6 days ago

[BUSINESS] 2 sources
Industrial sectors face rising electricity costs in Argentina and Ecuador
Industrial sectors in Argentina and Ecuador face rising electricity costs, with Corrientes timber producers reporting massive bill hikes and Ecuadorian industries anticipating significant tariff increases.
16 days ago

[BUSINESS] 38 sources
Argentina wholesale inflation rises to 2.1% as Spanish electricity costs climb
Argentina's wholesale inflation rose to 2.1% in August, driven by energy and imports, while Spanish electricity bills are projected to exceed 100 euros in September for the first time since 2022.

Sources

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