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Categories: BUSINESS · POLITICS · CULTURE

Argentina's inflation‑hit wages, retail slump & meat shift

Entities: Argentina · Buenos Aires Province · Instituto Nacional de Estadística y Censos (INDEC) · Federation of Storekeepers of Buenos Aires Province (FABA) · Brazil

Overview

Inflation continues to erode real wages, leaving most workers with earnings far below the basic consumption basket. After paying for utilities and transport, households retain only 88 % of each 100 000‑peso income, a 12 % drop since December 2022. Beef consumption fell to 44.5 kg per person in April 2026 – the lowest level in two decades – as beef prices rose over 60 % and wages lagged. Pork consumption rose 8.4 % to more than 18 kg per capita, driven by its lower price relative to beef.

Retail activity remains weak. Supermarket sales fell 0.7 % YoY in May 2026, the fifth consecutive month of decline, while retail sales dropped 3.8 % YoY in April and 1.2 % YoY in May, marking a 13‑month contraction for SMEs. E‑commerce grew but could not offset falling brick‑and‑mortar traffic. In Córdoba, unit sales fell 14 % YoY in July and profitability slipped 12 %.

Price‑control measures have emerged. The ChangoMás chain rolled back prices on more than 200 items to 2025 levels, and the government’s import‑liberalisation in Buenos Aires’ Once market lowered garment prices. May 2026 inflation slowed to 2.1 % month‑on‑month, the lowest rate of the year, though annual inflation stayed above 33 %. Basic‑basket costs rose 2 % nationally, pushing a four‑person household’s poverty‑line needs to 1.5 million pesos.

Together, rising pork demand, record feedlot cattle numbers, persistent beef price pressure, and a deepening retail slump illustrate a shifting Argentine food market under sustained high inflation and policy reforms.

Coverage disagrees

Sources make claims that cannot both be true. CLSTR reports the disagreement; it does not decide who is right.

"Per‑capita pork consumption in Argentina rose from 6.22 kg in 2006 to 18.89 kg in 2025‑2026." (per‑capita pork consumption rose from 6.22 kg in 2006 to 18.89 kg in 2025‑2026)

vs

"Pork consumption in Argentina increased 171 % between 2006 and 2026." (Pork consumption increased 171 % between 2006 and 2026)

The first claim says pork consumption rose by 171 % from 2006 to 2026, while the second provides numbers (6.22 kg to 18.89 kg) that correspond to a ~204 % increase, so both percentages cannot be true.
"Price difference between beef and pork reached up to 120 % in 2026." (price difference between beef and pork reached up to 120 % in 2026)

vs

"In February 2026, three kilograms of pork cost roughly the same as one kilogram of beef." (In February 2026 three kilograms of pork cost the same as one kilogram of beef)

One claim says the price difference between beef and pork reached up to 120 % in 2026, while the other says three kilograms of pork cost the same as one kilogram of beef, which implies a 200 % price‑d
"In February 2026, three kilograms of pork cost roughly the same as one kilogram of beef." (In February 2026 three kilograms of pork cost the same as one kilogram of beef)

vs

"Average beef price in Argentina was $18,564 per kilogram in 2026." (Average beef price was $18,564 per kilogram in 2026)

The same three‑to‑one price ratio would require pork to cost about 6,188 $/kg given the reported beef price of 18,564 $/kg, but pork is reported as 8,944 $/kg, which cannot both be correct.
"Average pork (pechito) price was $8,944 per kilogram in 2026." (Average pork (pechito) price was $8,944 per kilogram in 2026)

vs

"In February 2026, three kilograms of pork cost roughly the same as one kilogram of beef." (In February 2026 three kilograms of pork cost the same as one kilogram of beef)

If three kilograms of pork equal the price of one kilogram of beef, pork must cost one‑third of the beef price (~6,188 $/kg), but the pork price is reported as 8,944 $/kg, a contradiction.

Claims

What the coverage asserts, and how well corroborated each claim is across sources.

[DISPUTED] Pork consumption in Argentina increased 171 % between 2006 and 2026. (Pork consumption increased 171 % between 2006 and 2026)
[DISPUTED] Per‑capita pork consumption in Argentina rose from 6.22 kg in 2006 to 18.89 kg in 2025‑2026. (per‑capita pork consumption rose from 6.22 kg in 2006 to 18.89 kg in 2025‑2026)
[DISPUTED] Average beef price in Argentina was $18,564 per kilogram in 2026. (Average beef price was $18,564 per kilogram in 2026)
[DISPUTED] Average pork (pechito) price was $8,944 per kilogram in 2026. (Average pork (pechito) price was $8,944 per kilogram in 2026)
[DISPUTED] Price difference between beef and pork reached up to 120 % in 2026. (price difference between beef and pork reached up to 120 % in 2026)
[DISPUTED] In February 2026, three kilograms of pork cost roughly the same as one kilogram of beef. (In February 2026 three kilograms of pork cost the same as one kilogram of beef)
[● 3 SOURCES] INTI concluded pork fat is comparable to olive oil and that pork provides high‑quality protein, essential minerals and natural creatine. (INTI study concluded pork fat is comparable to olive oil and that pork provides high‑quality protein, essential minerals)
[● 3 SOURCES] Beef consumption in Argentina fell to 47.3 kg per capita, the lowest level in two decades. (Beef consumption fell to 47.3 kg per capita, the lowest in two decades)
[● 2 SOURCES] Nicaragua's Monthly Economic Activity Index grew 0.9 % in May 2026 compared with May 2025. (Banco Central de Nicaragua)
[○ 1 SOURCE] The Salado basin in Argentina achieved an average cattle pregnancy rate of 89.4 % in early 2026. (INTA report)
[○ 1 SOURCE] Uruguay's retail sales increased 1.1 % and invoicing rose 3.3 % in the first half of 2026 versus the same period in 2025. (Radar Scanntech report)
[○ 1 SOURCE] Entre Ríos province in Argentina recorded a 3.7 % year‑on‑year decline in supermarket sales in May 2026. (Politikon Chaco analysis)

Timeline

1 day ago

[BUSINESS] 2 sources
Argentina's supermarket sales dip as shoppers trim non‑essential purchases
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1 day ago

[BUSINESS] 3 sources
Brazil meat exports to Argentina fall 19% amid domestic beef price shifts
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2 days ago

[BUSINESS] 8 sources
Argentina's retail sales plunge in Córdoba amid broader economic slowdown
Córdoba’s July retail sales fell 14% YoY and profitability 12%, while Argentina’s overall economic activity slipped 0.1% in June, with agriculture up but industry and construction down.
5 days ago

[BUSINESS] 16 sources
Argentina Supermarket Sales Fall; Uruguay Consumption Moderates
Argentina’s supermarket sales fell 0.7% in May 2026, with Buenos Aires down 3.4% and Entre Ríos down 3.7%, while Uruguay’s retail sales grew 1.1% in the first half of 2026.
5 days ago

[BUSINESS] 2 sources
Argentina and Mexico retail sales slump amid heat and weak demand
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5 days ago

[BUSINESS] 3 sources
Argentina beef sector confronts deregulation plan and shopper pullback
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5 days ago

[BUSINESS] 12 sources
Argentina pork consumption soars as price gap with beef widens
Argentina's pork consumption jumped 171 % to 18.9 kg per capita as beef fell to 47.3 kg; a 120 % price gap and INTI study on pork nutrition drive the shift.
5 days ago

[BUSINESS] 2 sources
Argentina's fruit and veg producers confront sharp sales slump and tax‑security woes
Rosario fruit‑veg sales dropped 50‑60% due to low consumer purchasing power, while Buenos Aires horticultural producers cite high taxes, insecurity and poor infrastructure as further strain.
7 days ago

[POLITICS] 2 sources
Argentina deputy Carlos Puglelli warns meat import surge threatens domestic livestock industry
Deputy Carlos Puglelli warns that a surge in beef, poultry and pork imports—costing about $54 M—threatens Argentina's livestock industry, jobs and competitiveness.
8 days ago

[BUSINESS] 4 sources
Argentina households lose 12% of disposable income as utility costs surge
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8 days ago

[BUSINESS] 5 sources
Argentina's cattle and dairy industries signal new expansion phase
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10 days ago

[BUSINESS] 8 sources
Argentina's metal sector contracts 4.6% in June amid low capacity use
Argentina's metal output fell 4.6% in June 2026, capacity use dropped to 40.8%, employment fell 2.3%, and most provinces saw declines, while agricultural machinery grew 3.6%.
11 days ago

[BUSINESS] 4 sources
Argentina pushes livestock sectors toward quality‑based pricing and certification
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13 days ago

[BUSINESS] 2 sources
Argentina bakery industry faces sales slump and rise of illegal bakeries
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14 days ago

[BUSINESS] 22 sources
Argentina wages leave 80% of workers below poverty line
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14 days ago

[BUSINESS] 32 sources
Argentina beef consumption drops 11.5% in first half of 2026 as prices surge
Argentina’s beef consumption fell 11.5% in H1 2026 to 1.02 Mt, per‑capita intake dropped to 47 kg, while prices rose 53.6% and exports grew 10.2%, shrinking the domestic market share to 71.4%.
14 days ago

[POLITICS] 7 sources
Argentina's Rural Groups Push for Voluntary IPCVA Funding and Reform of Livestock Transport Controls
Argentina's rural sector seeks voluntary IPCVA contributions and demands a review of Formosa livestock transport checkpoints that raise costs and animal‑welfare concerns.
15 days ago

[BUSINESS] 2 sources
Argentina's regional economies see profit squeeze as Santa Fe industry falls 4.4% YTD
Argentina's May 2026 regional economy report flags profit losses across most sectors, while Santa Fe industry output fell 4.4% YTD with 71% of branches in decline.
15 days ago

[BUSINESS] 21 sources
Inflation erodes wages and food prices surge across Latin America and Europe
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15 days ago

[BUSINESS] 10 sources
Argentina families confront higher vacation costs and parental burnout
A survey shows most Argentine parents want family vacations but crave personal time, while a study finds average winter vacation costs have surged to about 2.45 million pesos for 2026, cutting purchasing power.
17 days ago

[BUSINESS] 7 sources
Argentine ranchers raise cattle weight to tap booming beef export markets
Argentine ranchers are fattening cattle to about 550 kg to seize growing export opportunities after US and EU trade deals, forecasting up to a 50 % export boost in four years.
18 days ago

[BUSINESS] 8 sources
Argentina's industry at 58.4% capacity in May, idle capacity exceeds 40%
Argentina's industrial capacity utilization fell to 58.4% in May 2026, with idle capacity over 40%; oil refining led at 88.7% while metalworking and automotive lagged below 50%.
18 days ago

[BUSINESS] 3 sources
Argentina's bakery sector sees sharp drop in bread and pastry sales
Argentina's bakeries report a 30‑60% fall in bread and pastry sales as inflation and higher production costs force price hikes and reduced consumer purchases.
19 days ago

[BUSINESS] 2 sources
Dairy sector strains hit Spain's cheese makers and Argentine shoppers
Spain faces record cheese imports and pressure on traditional producers, while Argentina’s inflation drives up dairy prices and pushes shoppers toward cheaper brands.
20 days ago

[BUSINESS] 6 sources
Argentina's cattle slaughter falls to decade low
Argentina’s Rosario Stock Exchange reports first‑half 2026 cattle slaughter at 6.0 M heads, a 9% drop to a ten‑year low, offset by a record 240 kg average weight and feedlots supplying over 37% of slaughtered c
20 days ago

[BUSINESS] 3 sources
Argentina construction cost surge strains housing projects
Construction costs in Argentina have surged, with a 138% rise in dollar terms since Oct 2023 and a 33% annual increase in Mendoza, prompting developers to adopt early land purchases, industrialized building and
21 days ago

[BUSINESS] 2 sources
Patagonia meat prices fall dramatically as sanitary barrier lifts
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21 days ago

[BUSINESS] 9 sources
Argentina's retail and bakery sales slump up to 60%
Argentina’s retail sales fell sharply, with 60 % of shops reporting declines and bread consumption down 50‑60 %, leading to about 2 850 bakery closures and 17 000 job losses.
22 days ago

[BUSINESS] 2 sources
Argentina's meat processors anticipate price stability through spring
Argentina's meat processors forecast stable beef prices through spring despite a 10 % drop in slaughter and limited sector financing.
23 days ago

[BUSINESS] 2 sources
Argentina pork exports jump 91% while chicken consumption reaches record levels
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23 days ago

[BUSINESS] 2 sources
Argentina's middle class splits as wages fall short of rising costs
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24 days ago

[BUSINESS] 13 sources
Argentina supermarkets lose 15% market share as consumer spending collapses
Argentina’s supermarkets lost 15% market share as grocery spending fell over 20% YoY, with consumers shifting to smaller stores and lower‑value tickets, according to bank and industry data.
25 days ago

[BUSINESS] 2 sources
Chile's beef output slumps while Argentina's exports surge
Chile's Ñuble region sees an 8th‑year beef production drop amid rising imports, while Argentina's beef exports jump 46% in value, driven by global demand and higher prices.
25 days ago

[BUSINESS] 12 sources
Argentina's industrial output slips 5.7% in May while construction rebounds
INDEC says Argentina's manufacturing output fell 5.7% in May 2026, with textiles, machinery and autos hit hardest, while construction rose 4.1% year‑on‑year.
26 days ago

[BUSINESS] 2 sources
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26 days ago

[CULTURE] 2 sources
Buenos Aires names 16 iconic restaurants to showcase culinary heritage
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26 days ago

[BUSINESS] 2 sources
Argentina leaf vegetable prices hold steady despite winter cold
Winter frosts in Argentina have left most leafy vegetable prices unchanged, but lettuce prices rose sharply due to longer winter growth cycles, while overall supply stays regular.
26 days ago

[BUSINESS] 2 sources
Retail sales slump deepens in Argentina's Mendoza and Mar del Plata
Retail sales fell sharply in Argentina’s Mendoza province and Mar del Plata city, driven by weak consumer purchasing power and stalled investments.
27 days ago

[BUSINESS] 2 sources
Argentina’s poultry consumption to top 50 kg per person by 2026
Argentina’s chicken consumption is set to exceed 50 kg per person by 2026, driven by domestic demand and export growth, while the Agronea 2026 fair highlighted strong beef markets and financing opportunities.
27 days ago

[BUSINESS] 2 sources
Fuel price relief slows transport cost rise in Argentina and curbs inflation in Guatemala
June fuel price buffers slowed Argentina's transport cost rise, while lower oil prices helped Guatemala's inflation fall to 2.27%.
27 days ago

[BUSINESS] 6 sources
Argentina's cattle sector cuts female culling by 28% as export quota slots concentrate among ten frigoríficos
Argentina cut female cattle slaughter by 28% in H1 2026, aided by better pastures and a new Retention of Vientres programme, while ten frigoríficos secured 69% of the $400 M Hilton beef export quota for EU/UK.
27 days ago

[BUSINESS] 4 sources
Argentina completes 2025‑26 Hilton beef quota, announces 2026‑27 allocations
Argentina fully used its 2025‑26 Hilton beef quota, earning $406 M, and has allocated the 2026‑27 quota to 81 exporters, with ten firms receiving 67 % of the share.
27 days ago

[BUSINESS] 7 sources
Argentina's small‑business retail sales rise 0.9% YoY in June
Argentina's CAME reports June 2026 small‑business retail sales up 0.9% YoY, down 1.3% MoM; growth driven by SAC bonus and World Cup, with mixed sector results and cautious merchant outlook.
28 days ago

[CULTURE] 2 sources
Buenos Aires eateries highlight traditional Argentine locro and asado
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29 days ago

[BUSINESS] 14 sources
Argentina's chicken consumption overtakes beef for the first time
Chicken now leads Argentine protein consumption at ~50 kg per person, overtaking beef after two decades of industry growth, genetic advances, and shifting consumer preferences.
30 days ago

[BUSINESS] 25 sources
Argentina's June PYME retail sales rise 0.9% but semester falls 2.5%
June 2026 Argentine PYME retail sales rose 0.9 % YoY, driven by the bonus and World Cup, but fell 1.3 % MoM, leaving a 2.5 % semester decline; perfumery and pharmacy led gains, while bazar, hardware and shoes l
about 1 month ago

[BUSINESS] 3 sources
Argentina's Villa Mercedes merchants report sharp drop in consumer spending
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about 1 month ago

[BUSINESS] 4 sources
Argentina retail sales anticipate boost after June bonus payments
Argentinian merchants expect a sales rebound after June salary and bonus payments, while analysts say overall private consumption rose 8% in 2025, the drop in supermarket sales stems from channel shifts to e‑c
about 1 month ago

[BUSINESS] 3 sources
Córdoba, Argentina retail sales fall 6.6% YoY in June
June retail sales in Córdoba, Argentina fell 6.6% YoY, with most sectors down except pharmacy (+3.9%). Cash sales made up 71% and officials see a tentative floor in activity.
about 1 month ago

[BUSINESS] 2 sources
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about 1 month ago

[BUSINESS] 2 sources
Spain's supermarket fruit and tomato prices diverge sharply in June 2026
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about 1 month ago

[BUSINESS] 2 sources
Argentina supermarket sales slump deepens in early 2026
Argentina’s supermarkets and wholesale stores saw sales fall 3‑6% year‑on‑year in early 2026, with Jujuy reporting a 10.4% decline despite a 22% nominal revenue rise due to price inflation.
about 1 month ago

[BUSINESS] 2 sources
Tomato Prices Surge 50% in Chihuahua as Inflation Slows
Tomato prices in Chihuahua jumped 50.8% YoY in early June, while overall inflation eased; a U.S. anti‑dumping duty may keep prices high.
about 1 month ago

[BUSINESS] 2 sources
Spain's citrus season posts record lemon prices, Andalusian mandarins supply a third
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about 1 month ago

[BUSINESS] 2 sources
Trump tariffs raise Italian cheese export costs by up to 30%
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about 1 month ago

[BUSINESS] 3 sources
Argentina's supermarket sales lag while household consumption nudges up
Argentina’s Córdoba supermarkets saw a 0.7% sales dip in early 2026, while nationwide household consumption grew 0.9% in May as inflation slowed to 2.1%.
about 1 month ago

[BUSINESS] 2 sources
Argentina's Industry Output Falls and Beef Market Slows in May
Argentina's manufacturing fell nearly 5% YoY in May and cattle slaughter dropped 11%, with beef supply contracting and consumption falling 5%.
about 1 month ago

[BUSINESS] 4 sources
Argentina's inequality widens as inflation eases but unemployment spikes
Argentina’s inequality worsens (Gini 0.442, top earners 13× bottom), inflation slows yet stays high (33.2% YoY), unemployment falls to 7.8% but manufacturing joblessness jumps, and informal work rises to 44.2%.
about 1 month ago

[BUSINESS] 2 sources
Montenegro hikes basic bread price; Serbia sees record potato and bean costs
Montenegro raises basic bread price to €0.90, while Serbia’s Novi Pazar records the highest national prices for beans and potatoes amid broader food inflation.
about 1 month ago

[BUSINESS] 7 sources
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about 1 month ago

[BUSINESS] 3 sources
Argentina wages climb 3.7% in April, led by private informal sector
Argentina's Indec reports April wages up 3.7% month‑on‑month and 36.9% year‑on‑year, driven mainly by the unregistered private sector.
about 1 month ago

[BUSINESS] 7 sources
Argentina sees wage gains, rising food prices and gas cuts pressure households
Argentina's wages rose 3.5% in April while inflation stays above, food prices jumped 2.9% in Misiones, Buenos Aires incomes lag inflation widening inequality, and gas cuts of up to 50% hit firms.
about 1 month ago

[BUSINESS] 5 sources
Argentina’s cattle sector hits record weight and export surge in May 2026
Argentina’s beef cattle hit a record 240 kg average weight in May 2026 and saw exports rise 23 % to USD 425 million, with US shipments up 369 % and China retaining 60 % of volume.
about 1 month ago

[BUSINESS] 2 sources
Argentina cattle sector reports 9% drop in female slaughter as producers retain more stock
Argentina's cattle sector saw a 9% fall in female slaughter to 2.34 million heads in early 2026, reflecting higher herd retention amid good forage, though extraction rates stay high and calf intake drops.
about 1 month ago

[BUSINESS] 4 sources
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about 1 month ago

[BUSINESS] 4 sources
Argentina and Chile Expand Bilateral Investment Agenda
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about 1 month ago

[BUSINESS] 2 sources
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about 2 months ago

[BUSINESS] 11 sources
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about 2 months ago

[BUSINESS] 2 sources
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about 2 months ago

[BUSINESS] 2 sources
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about 2 months ago

[BUSINESS] 2 sources
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about 2 months ago

[BUSINESS] 6 sources
Argentina meat consumption hits 20‑year low as demand and prices slump
Argentina’s beef consumption fell to a 20‑year low of 47.5 kg per person, driven by reduced purchasing power, higher prices, and a cattle shortage, while pork gains market share.
about 2 months ago

[BUSINESS] 2 sources
Chile's seafood and fruit exports rise sharply in early 2026
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about 2 months ago

[BUSINESS] 5 sources
Argentina inflation climbs 2.1% in May, year‑on‑year CPI hits 14.7%
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about 2 months ago

[BUSINESS] 4 sources
Food price inflation rises in Argentina and Spain
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about 2 months ago

[BUSINESS] 2 sources
Mexico's basic food basket price rises 0.5% as potato costs jump
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about 2 months ago

[BUSINESS] 8 sources
Argentina beef consumption drops to 20‑year low, prompting shift to chicken and pork
Argentina's beef intake fell to a 20‑year low of 47.5 kg per person, driven by price spikes and weaker buying power, while exports to the U.S. rose and chicken/pork consumption increased.
about 2 months ago

[BUSINESS] 2 sources
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about 2 months ago

[BUSINESS] 4 sources
Mexico, Argentina and Spain record May 2026 rise in basic food basket costs
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about 2 months ago

[BUSINESS] 2 sources
Argentina and Chile record surge in agricultural and aquaculture export earnings
Argentina's grain and oilseed exports hit US$2.68 bn in May, while Chile's fisheries and aquaculture sales reached US$1.87 bn by Feb, both marking strong growth.
about 2 months ago

[BUSINESS] 3 sources
Argentina's retail sales slump deepens as SMEs face falling demand
Argentina's SME retail sales fell again in May, with a 1.2% YoY drop and a 3.1% Jan‑May decline; e‑commerce rose 15.2% but cannot offset falling demand, high costs and inflation, as merchants in Mercedes and
about 2 months ago

[BUSINESS] 2 sources
Mexico and Argentina grapple with rising basic basket costs amid inflation shifts
Mexico's basic basket cost fell 0.5% in May 2026 but remains high, while Argentina's utility and transport prices soar after subsidy cuts, squeezing household budgets.
about 2 months ago

[BUSINESS] 41 sources
Argentina's May 2026 inflation slows to 2.1% as CPI decelerates
Argentina's May CPI fell to 2.1% (down 0.5 pp), annual 33.2%, while a four‑person family now needs about 1.5 million pesos to stay above the poverty line.
about 2 months ago

[CULTURE] 3 sources
Argentina's affordable traditional dishes highlighted amid soaring inflation
Facing over 40% inflation, Argentine families are advised to prepare ten cheap, traditional dishes like locro, empanadas, and arroz con pollo to stretch food budgets.
about 2 months ago

[BUSINESS] 2 sources
Argentina sees surge in pork consumption as feedlot cattle numbers hit record
Argentina's pork consumption climbs amid soaring beef prices, while feedlot cattle numbers reach a record 2.2 million, hinting at future supply shifts.
2 months ago

[BUSINESS] 3 sources
Argentina's ChangoMás cuts prices on 200 items to 2025 levels
ChangoMás restores prices on 200 goods to 2025 levels as Argentina's May inflation eases to 2.4%, the year's lowest, though annual rates stay high.
2 months ago

[BUSINESS] 43 sources
Pork producers in Argentina and the US confront divergent market forces
Argentina’s pork output grows but producers battle low prices and export gaps, while U.S. pork thrives as China pulls back, boosting exports to Mexico and domestic sales.
2 months ago

[BUSINESS] 130 sources
Argentina retail sales drop in April amid weakened consumer spending
Argentina's April 2026 retail sales fell 3.8% YoY, with supermarkets down 4.5%, while e‑commerce surged 40.4%, per Scentia.
2 months ago

[BUSINESS] 3 sources
Argentina supermarket sales plunge in Q1 2026 as purchasing power erodes
Argentina's Q1 2026 supermarket sales fell 5% YoY, with most provinces seeing declines; only meat and bakery outpaced inflation while lower‑income families face deeper purchasing‑power loss.
3 months ago

[BUSINESS] 3 sources
Honduran beef market faces crisis as drought and exports push prices up
Honduran cattle producers warn drought and unchecked exports could lift beef prices to 165 lempiras per pound.
3 months ago

[POLITICS] 2 sources
Misiones province raises Ahora Pan bread price to 2,800 pesos per kilo
Misiones raises Ahora Pan bread price ceiling to 2,800 pesos per kilo until 15 June.
3 months ago

[BUSINESS] 4 sources
Argentina's beef intake hits 20‑year low as prices surge under Milei austerity
Argentina's per‑capita beef consumption fell to 44.5 kg, a 20‑year low, as prices rose >60% amid Milei’s austerity measures.
3 months ago

[BUSINESS] 162 sources
Virginia Gallardo lauds low prices in Buenos Aires' Once market after Milei's import opening
Deputy Virginia Gallardo praised low prices and bustling activity in Buenos Aires' Once market, crediting Milei's import opening.
3 months ago

[BUSINESS] 6 sources
Argentina's Beef Intake Plummets Amid Milei Austerity, While Chefs Push Culinary Revival
Beef consumption in Argentina hits a 20‑year low as inflation drives cheaper proteins, even as chefs showcase diverse cuts.
3 months ago

[BUSINESS] 5 sources
Mali's Bamako markets see sharp rise in food and livestock prices
Bamako faces soaring food and sheep prices as insecurity and transport costs push costs sharply higher.
3 months ago

[BUSINESS] 2 sources
Mato Grosso do Sul cities face soaring basic food basket prices
Basic food basket prices in Dourados and Campo Grande surged, with some items up over 300 % and costs eating more than half of minimum wage.
3 months ago

[BUSINESS] 48 sources
Argentina: Grocery basket price jumps 31% in Misiones, 32% in Buenos Aires interior
Argentina's grocery basket costs rose over 31% in Misiones and 32% in Buenos Aires interior, hitting low‑wage families hard.
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[BUSINESS] 2 sources
Meat prices climb sharply in Corrientes, Argentina
Meat costs in Corrientes rise, with beef up to 16,000 pesos/kg and chicken up 10 pesos, tightening shopper budgets.

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