Feb 13 • 21:41 UTC 🇦🇷 Argentina Clarin (ES)

The currency 'summer' continues: the dollar closed the week with a drop of $30 and the Central Bank bought $2.1 billion

The Argentine dollar saw a significant decline this week, reinforcing the ongoing period of relative currency stability known as the 'summer'.

This week in Argentina's financial landscape was characterized by a notable decrease in the value of the dollar, which has contributed to a feeling of economic relief often referred to as the 'veranito' or 'summer'. The official dollar closed on Friday at $1,420, down $30 from the previous Monday, indicating a relatively stable currency environment. The Central Bank has also intervened in the market by purchasing $2.1 billion, which may further stabilize foreign exchange rates despite ongoing volatility in other financial indicators, especially regarding Argentine stocks traded on Wall Street.

Despite the decline in the dollar's value, there are signs of volatility in the broader market. The Argentine Depositary Receipts (ADRs) experienced significant losses exceeding 10%, reflecting tensions in the financial markets influenced by recent drops on New York's exchanges. On Friday, there was a slight increase in the wholesale exchange rate after a sustained period of decline, indicating that while the dollar's overall trend for the year remains a drop of 4.5%, market conditions are still quite fluid.

Currently, the dollar is maintaining its lowest levels in months, sitting below $1,400, which places it 11% away from the upper floating band. Analysts suggest that this stability, although welcomed by savers and the economy, needs to be monitored closely as external factors continue to influence the market dynamics, ensuring that such 'veranito' conditions can be sustained amid global economic uncertainties.

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