Fitch Upgrades Argentina After Milei’s Economic Reforms

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Fitch Ratings upgraded Argentina's credit rating on May 5, 2026, citing President Javier Milei’s economic reforms. However, economists remain skeptical about the sustainability of the early signs of recovery amid persistent economic challenges. The upgrade may improve Argentina’s access to international financing, but uncertainty about long-term growth and stability persists.

Reported Facts

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•Fitch Ratings announced the credit rating upgrade for Argentina on May 5, 2026.
•President Javier Milei has implemented significant economic reforms aimed at fiscal improvement.
•Some economists expressed doubts about the durability of Argentina’s recent economic improvements as of May 8, 2026.
•The upgrade could lower borrowing costs and enhance investor confidence in Argentina’s financial markets.

What Could Happen If...

▸If President Javier Milei successfully implements further economic reforms Argentina could sustain economic growth and stabilize its debt, benefiting both domestic markets and international investors.

Market Exposure

BondArgentine sovereign bondsUpward Pressure

The Fitch upgrade improves Argentina’s creditworthiness, potentially increasing demand for its sovereign bonds and lowering yields.

This is not investment advice. Market exposure is based on conditional event analysis.

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FINANCEBloomberg - MarketsEconomists Cast Doubt on Milei’s Green Shoots in Weary Argentina FINANCEBloomberg - MarketsArgentina Upgraded by Fitch on Milei’s Economic Overhaul