From Buenos Aires Times · Ezequiel Orlando · · 40s
Argentina's Business Drop
Argentina's companies hit lowest count in 19 years under Milei.
In brief
Argentina's companies hit lowest count in 19 years under Milei. Argentina has lost 32,290 companies since President Javier Milei took office, the lowest number since 2007. Originally reported by Buenos Aires Times.
Argentina's Business Drop
Argentina has lost 32,290 companies since President Javier Milei took office, leaving the country with its lowest number of businesses since 2007.
18-Month Decline
The decline in companies has continued for 18 consecutive months, affecting 14 economic sectors and 23 provinces.
Monthly Business Monitor
Fundar's report shows 32,290 companies disappeared since November 2023, a 3.1 percent drop from the same month last year.
Economic Impact
Central Bank lowered 2026 growth forecast to 1.5 percent, citing business challenges and falling domestic demand.
The bottom line
Argentina has lost 32,290 companies since President Javier Milei took office, the lowest number since 2007.
