In a bold move to combat skyrocketing inflation, the Argentine Central Bank has reduced its benchmark interest rate from 70% to 60%. This decisive action marks the second 10-point rate cut this month, highlighting President Javier Milei’s aggressive strategy to stabilize the economy. With inflation climbing close to 300% annually, these cuts reflect growing confidence […]
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