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Argentina Pauses Dollar Buying After US$13 Billion Run
The Central Bank of Argentina paused daily dollar purchases for the first time since January 2, 2026. Argentina's gross foreign reserves reached US$48.9 billion, a high since 2019, after accumulating US$13 billion this year. The IMF praised the reserve buildup.
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