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Fintechs Prioritize Good Payers After Credit Morosity Rise
Argentine fintechs shift focus to reliable borrowers as credit defaults climb.
In brief
Argentine fintechs shift focus to reliable borrowers as credit defaults climb. Argentine fintechs now prioritize borrowers with strong payment histories after a rise in credit defaults. Originally reported by Perfil.
Credit Expansion in Argentina
Private credit in Argentina doubled relative to GDP since 2023 government change but remains under regional average.
Credit Risk Rising
Credit irregularity reached 7.75% for private sector in August 2026 with family debt at 12.81% and businesses at 3.80%.
Fintechs Adjust Risk Models
Fintechs focus on identifying reliable borrowers while maintaining credit access amid rising defaults.
Matías Friedberg's View
Fintechs learned to segment borrowers better rather than tightening credit access universally.
Credit Default Trends
Household debt irregularity dropped to 12.20% in September 2026 from 19.28% a year earlier.
Debt Resolution Efforts
Over half a million people refinanced debts through tailored repayment plans in 2026.
Credit for Daily Needs
Some borrowers use credit to cover immediate expenses rather than major purchases due to income instability.
Macroeconomic Stability Needed
Long-term credit growth requires macroeconomic stability to prevent short-term defaults.
2027 Credit Outlook
Fintechs plan to invest over US$2.2 billion in 2027 despite ongoing credit risk challenges.
Key Challenges
Credit expansion needs better credit data, real-time scoring, and efficient collection systems to improve quality.
Fintechs' Strategy
Fintechs prioritize borrowers with strong payment histories to maintain credit access while reducing defaults.
The headline
Argentine fintechs now prioritize borrowers with strong payment histories after a rise in credit defaults.
