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Argentina Energy Surplus Hits a Record 7 Billion Dollars in Six Months
Argentina’s energy surplus reached $6.99 billion in the first half of 2026, an 87% increase from the previous year. The growth was primarily driven by higher export volumes rather than price changes, with the Vaca Muerta region as a key source.
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