Crude became Argentina's largest single export in July, reversing a century-old profile. At home, the argument is about whether people can afford food.
Argentina · Economy & Politics
Argentina Now Sells More Oil Than Soybean Meal
July’s trade figures mark a quiet reversal of a century-old export profile — while at home, the argument is about whether people can afford food.
Key Facts
—The surplus. Argentina ran a US$2,115 million goods surplus in July, its 32nd straight monthly surplus, on exports of US$8,854 million.
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