The official dollar remains stable and the market operates at a low in the start of the week
The official exchange rate for the Argentine peso remained stable at $1.450 for purchase and $1.500 for sale on Monday, July 20, maintaining its upward trend from recent weeks. Meanwhile, most Argentine assets traded lower on Wall Street, with major stocks and ADRs showing negative performance. The country risk index stood near 400 basis points. The dollar blue maintained its value at $1.510 for purchase and $1.530 for sale, while the MEP and CCL rates showed slight declines. In local markets, the S&P Merval index fell slightly, with leading stocks like Sociedad Comercial del Plata and Cresud experiencing notable losses. However, some companies such as Mercado Libre and Pampa Energía saw modest gains. The Central Bank of Argentina (BCRA) purchased $39 million in foreign currency last Friday, bringing the annual total to $12.619 billion. International reserves increased by $253 million during the week.
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The article provides real-time updates on the exchange rates for various types of U.S. dollars in Argentina on July 17. The official dollar is quoted at $1445 for purchase and $1495 for sale at the Banco Nación, while the blue dollar, which operates informally, is trading at $1525 for sale. Other forms of foreign currency include the MEP and CCL dollars, which are used for financial transactions, and the card dollar, priced at $1950 due to additional taxes. The risk country index, measured by JP Morgan, stands at 412 points. Additionally, the article mentions cryptocurrency exchanges, including Ethereum, which is trading at $1840.85, and notes that June’s inflation rate was 1.9%, contributing to an annual inflation rate of 16.8%.
Bias read (Center): The article presents factual data on currency exchange rates, inflation figures, and cryptocurrency values without overtly favoring any political stance or ideology. It focuses on economic indicators and market conditions rather than political commentary or advocacy.
Why factuality (80): This article reports on July 17th, but many of the dollar rates align with previous days’ data from July 15th. It includes detailed rates for various currencies and mentions the risk country index, which is corroborated by other sources. However, the mention of 'home banking' and 'how to buy dollars
Why objectivity (85): The article maintains a neutral tone, presenting information without overt bias. It focuses on factual updates rather than opinion-based analysis.
La NaciónIndependent🔒CenterFactual 80Objective 859 days ago
The article provides real-time exchange rate information for various currencies in Argentina on July 14, 2025. It reports that the official dollar (dólar oficial) is trading at $1450 for purchase and $1500 for sale, while the parallel market dollar (dólar blue) remains stable at $1479.25 for purchase and $1525 for sale. The article also mentions the Bank of Argentina's (BNA) daily closing rates and notes that the inflation rate for June will be announced later that day. Additionally, it covers other financial updates, including a significant drop in IBM stock prices due to disappointing earnings results and the current value of the Brazilian real against the Argentine peso.
Bias read (Center): The article presents factual economic data without overt ideological framing. It reports on currency exchange rates, stock market movements, and inflation expectations in an objective manner, balancing both official and parallel market figures. There is no clear leaning toward either political side,
Why factuality (80): The article provides accurate dollar rates for July 14th, including official, blue, MEP, CCL, and others. It also includes the risk country index and related economic indicators. The information is consistent with other sources and presented clearly.
Why objectivity (85): The tone remains neutral, focusing on factual reporting without introducing subjective commentary.
PerfilIndependentCenterFactual 75Objective 853 days ago
The article provides exchange rate information for various currencies in Argentina on Tuesday, July 21. The blue dollar (dólar blue) is quoted at $1.520 for purchase and $1.540 for sale. The official dollar (dólar oficial) closed at $1.450 for purchase and $1.500 for sale. The blue dollar reached its highest level in nine months, while the official dollar has been rising for four consecutive days. Other currencies mentioned include the MEP dollar ($1.510,40 for purchase and $1.514,70 for sale), the CCL dollar ($1.572,40 for purchase and $1.572,90 for sale), and the crypto dollar ($1.571,98 for purchase and $1.574,13 for sale). Additionally, the article mentions a reference rate for the dollar on credit cards ($1.950) and notes that the risk country indicator (risco país) was at 416 basis points.
Bias read (Center): The article presents factual economic data without overt ideological framing. It reports on currency rates and financial indicators without taking a stance on policy or political issues. The content is purely informational and does not exhibit a clear left or right bias.
Why factuality (75): The article provides accurate dollar rates for Monday, July 20th, with consistent data across different financial institutions. It also includes related economic indicators like risk country, adding value without contradicting other sources.
Why objectivity (85): The tone is neutral and informative, maintaining objectivity throughout the report.
PerfilIndependentCenterFactual 75Objective 858 days ago
The article provides exchange rate information for various types of dollars in Argentina on July 15. The blue dollar is quoted at $1.505 for purchase and $1.525 for sale. The official dollar (dólar oficial) is at $1.445 for purchase and $1.495 for sale according to the Banco de la Nación Argentina. The MEP dollar (dólar bolsa) is at $1.511.30 for purchase and $1.518 for sale. The CCL dollar is at $1.562.20 for purchase and $1.562.80 for sale. The card dollar is quoted at $1.943.50. The crypto dollar is trading at $1.556.35 for purchase and $1.558.48 for sale. Additionally, the article mentions a report about declining consumption and the impact on bakeries, noting that elderly people are disappearing from stores and more people are asking for money at the end of the day rather than buying. It also notes that the country risk indicator (riesgo país) by JP Morgan is at 405 basis points.
Bias read (Center): While the article includes economic data which could be politically sensitive, the content primarily focuses on exchange rates and financial indicators without overtly taking a political stance. The mention of consumption decline and the 'risco país' indicator is presented factually without clear sl
Why factuality (75): The article provides specific dollar rates for different types (blue, official, MEP, CCL, etc.) on July 15th, but some values like the 'dólar tarjeta' and 'dólar cripto' are presented without clear sources. It also includes commentary on political figures (Máslatón on Milei) which may not be relevan
Why objectivity (85): The tone remains neutral, focusing primarily on providing information about currency rates. The inclusion of political commentary is somewhat out of place but doesn't significantly bias the overall reporting.
PerfilIndependentCenterFactual 75Objective 859 days ago
On Wednesday, July 15, the official exchange rate for the US dollar at Banco Nación was set at 1,460 Argentine pesos for purchase and 1,510 pesos for sale. The national government has established a floating range between 1,000 and 1,500 pesos for the US dollar. Other exchange rates include the blue dollar, which was quoted at 1,504 pesos for purchase and 1,536 pesos for sale, and the MEP dollar, which traded at 1,505.70 pesos for purchase and 1,508.02 pesos for sale. Different financial institutions offer varying rates, such as Bancor (purchase: 1,445 pesos, sale: 1,505 pesos), ICBC (purchase: 1,440 pesos, sale: 1,500 pesos), and Banco Supervielle (purchase: 1,389 pesos, sale: 1,439 pesos).
Bias read (Center): The article provides factual information about currency exchange rates without any apparent ideological framing or biased language. It presents numerical data and does not take a stance on economic policies or political decisions.
Why factuality (75): The article provides specific dollar rates for different financial institutions on Wednesday, July 15th, including Banco Nación, Blue, MEP, Bancor, ICBC, and Banco Supervielle. It mentions government-established bands for the official dollar. While the data appears consistent with typical reporting
Why objectivity (85): The tone is neutral and informative, presenting facts without apparent bias. The article avoids subjective commentary and focuses on providing clear, factual information about currency rates.
PerfilIndependentCenterFactual 75Objective 804 days ago
The article provides exchange rate information for various types of dollars in Argentina on July 20. The blue dollar closed at $1,500 for purchase and $1,520 for sale. The official dollar (dólar oficial) closed at $1,455 for purchase and $1,505 for sale according to the Banco de la Nación Argentina. The MEP dollar (dólar bolsa) was quoted at $1,510.50 for purchase and $1,514.10 for sale. The CCL dollar (contado con liquidación) was at $1,559.40 for purchase and $1,560 for sale. The card dollar (tarjeta) was at $1,950. The crypto dollar operated at $1,554.17 for purchase and $1,556.96 for sale. Additionally, the U.S. imposed new tariffs on Brazil under Trump’s administration, affecting exports worth $11.2 billion. The country risk indicator (riesgo país) stood at 411 basis points.
Bias read (Center): The article presents factual economic data without overt ideological framing. It reports on multiple currency rates and includes international trade-related information, but does not take a clear stance on any political issue. The tone remains neutral and informative.
Why factuality (75): The article discusses government strategies to manage the blue dollar, referencing expert opinions and financial instruments. While the information is relevant, it includes some speculative elements and lacks direct sourcing for certain claims. Cross-source alignment is limited due to the focus on p
Why objectivity (80): The tone is informative but leans towards analysis, which introduces some subjectivity compared to purely factual reporting.
PerfilIndependentCenterFactual 70Objective 852 days ago
The article provides exchange rate information for various currencies in Argentina on Wednesday, July 22. It reports that the blue dollar opened at $1.530 for purchase and $1.550 for sale. The official dollar opened at $1.450 for purchase and $1.500 for sale. The MEP dollar (dollar basket) was quoted at $1.509 for purchase and $1.509.90 for sale. The CCL dollar (contado con liquidación) opened at $1.568 for purchase and $1.568.70 for sale. The card dollar was quoted at $1.950. The crypto dollar operated at $1.569.30 for purchase and $1.572.28 for sale. Additionally, the article mentions that oil prices approached $100, reaching $95, which could push global inflation to 4.5%. The country risk indicator by JP Morgan stood at 410 basis points.
Bias read (Center): The article presents factual economic data without overt ideological framing. It provides objective exchange rates and related financial indicators without commentary or emphasis that would suggest a particular political leaning.
Why factuality (70): This article reports on the closing dollar rates for Tuesday, July 21st, with detailed breakdowns for official, blue, MEP, and other currencies. It aligns closely with other articles on the same day, supporting a higher level of consistency and reliability.
Why objectivity (85): The tone remains neutral and factual, focusing on the data without introducing subjective interpretation.
PerfilIndependentCenterFactual 70Objective 852 days ago
On Wednesday, July 22, the official dollar rate at Banco Nación was set at $1,450 for purchase and $1,500 for sale. The national government established a floating range between $1,000 and $1,500 for the U.S. currency. Other exchange rates included the blue dollar at $1,534 for purchase and $1,566 for sale, and the MEP dollar at $1,510.01 for purchase and $1,510.89 for sale. Different financial institutions offered varying rates, such as Bancor ($1,450 purchase / $1,510 sale), ICBC ($1,440 purchase / $1,500 sale), and Banco Supervielle ($1,389 purchase / $1,439 sale).
Bias read (Center): The article presents factual economic data regarding the exchange rates of the Argentine peso against the U.S. dollar across different financial institutions and government-established ranges. There is no overt ideological framing, emphasis on specific political agendas, or biased language. It is a
Why factuality (70): The article reports on the dollar rate as of Monday, July 20th, with details on Banco Nación, majorista, blue, MEP, and CCL. It includes quotes from an expert, which adds credibility. However, the mention of 'RIGI' and international events introduces unrelated context, making it less focused on the
Why objectivity (85): The tone remains objective, focusing on market trends and expert analysis without introducing personal opinion or bias.
La NaciónIndependent🔒CenterFactual 70Objective 854 days ago
The article provides up-to-date information on the official and parallel (blue) exchange rates for the US dollar in Argentina as of July 20. The official dollar rate for sale is set at $1480.12, while the blue dollar, which operates informally, is trading at $1530 for sale. The article also mentions the euro’s exchange rate, with a purchase price of $1680 and a selling price of $1740. It outlines the typical times when these rates are updated, noting that the official rate is published by the Central Bank starting at 10 AM, while the blue dollar rate becomes known later between 11 AM and 11:30 AM. Additionally, the piece discusses how to buy dollars through online banking and introduces the concept of cryptocurrency exchanges, where stablecoins—cryptocurrencies pegged to the value of the dollar—are available for trade.
Bias read (Center): The article focuses on economic data and currency exchange rates, providing factual updates without overtly favoring any political stance or ideology. There is no indication of biased language, selective sourcing, or omission of context that would suggest a particular ideological leaning.
Why factuality (70): The article provides accurate dollar rates for Friday, July 17th, with consistent data across different financial institutions. It also includes related economic indicators like risk country, supporting a high level of reliability.
Why objectivity (85): The tone remains neutral and factual, focusing on the data without introducing subjective interpretation.
PerfilIndependentCenterFactual 70Objective 857 days ago
The article provides exchange rate information for various types of dollars in Argentina on Friday, July 17. The blue dollar closed at $1.505 for purchase and $1.525 for sale. The official dollar (dólar oficial) was quoted at $1.445 for purchase and $1.495 for sale according to the Banco de la Nación Argentina (BNA). The MEP dollar (dólar bolsa) was at $1.512,70 for purchase and $1.515,70 for sale. The contado con liquidación (CCL) dollar was at $1.566,40 for purchase and $1.567,70 for sale. The card dollar was quoted at $1.943,50. The crypto dollar operated at $1.558,57 for purchase and $1.560,80 for sale. Additionally, the country risk indicator (riesgo país) by JP Morgan was at 412 basis points.
Bias read (Center): The article presents factual economic data without political commentary or ideological framing. It reports on currency exchange rates and financial indicators without taking a stance on policy or political issues.
Why factuality (70): The article provides accurate dollar rates for Friday, July 17th, with consistent data across different financial institutions. It also includes related economic indicators like risk country, supporting a high level of reliability.
Why objectivity (85): The tone remains neutral and factual, focusing on the data without introducing subjective interpretation.
PerfilIndependentCenterFactual 70Objective 807 days ago
The official exchange rate for the U.S. dollar in Argentina rose slightly on July 16, closing at $1,445 for buying and $1,495 for selling, according to the Banco de la Nación Argentina (BNA). This marks the second consecutive day of increase but remains more than $400 below the upper limit of the currency band ($1,879.97), allowing for continued fluctuations without mandatory intervention by monetary authorities. Meanwhile, the unofficial 'blue' dollar, traded outside the formal market, closed at $1,505 for buying and $1,525 for selling. Other rates include the MEP dollar at $1,512.70 for buying and $1,515.70 for selling, the CCL dollar at $1,566.40 for buying and $1,567.70 for selling, and the crypto dollar at $1,553.84 for buying and $1,556.11 for selling. The article provides updates on various dollar rates in Argentina.
Bias read (Center): The article presents factual data on different types of dollar exchange rates in Argentina without overtly favoring any particular economic stance. It reports on the official, blue, MEP, CCL, and crypto dollars, providing numerical values and brief explanations of each type. There is no evident bias
Why factuality (70): The article reports on July 20th, but some of the dollar rates do not match those from prior days. It includes additional commentary on government debt and economic strategy, which may not be fully supported by cross-source consensus. There is some inconsistency in the data.
Why objectivity (80): The tone is largely neutral, but the inclusion of more interpretive economic commentary reduces objectivity slightly.
La NaciónIndependent🔒CenterFactual 70Objective 809 days ago
The article provides information on various types of dollars in Argentina, including the official dollar, blue dollar (parallel market), majorista dollar, card dollar, and crypto dollar. It explains their definitions, functions, and current rates. The official dollar is sold at $1500, while the blue dollar is at $1520. The article also mentions the timing of updates for these rates, noting that the official rate is published by the Central Bank (BCRA) starting at 10 AM, while the blue dollar typically becomes available later, around 11 AM. Additional sections cover topics such as the crypto dollar, which operates 24/7, and instructions on withdrawing dollars from ATMs.
Bias read (Center): The article presents factual economic data without overt ideological framing. It objectively describes different currency types, their functions, and current rates without taking a clear stance on any political or economic ideology. The tone remains neutral, focusing on informative content rather än
Why factuality (70): While the article covers July 14th, it includes unrelated content about IBM stock drops, which is not relevant to the main topic. Some dollar rates are reported, but they lack consistency with other sources. The focus shifts between financial news and market events, reducing factual clarity.
Why objectivity (80): The article has a mixed tone, occasionally shifting into unrelated financial news, which slightly affects objectivity.
La NaciónIndependent🔒CenterFactual 65Objective 802 days ago
The article provides an overview of the current exchange rates for different types of dollars in Argentina on July 22, 2025. It reports that the official dollar (minorista) closed at $1500 for sale on Tuesday, July 21, while the blue dollar (paralelo) was at $1540. The article also mentions the inflation rate for June, which was 1.9%, bringing the annual cumulative inflation to 16.8%. Additionally, it notes that Argentine stocks rose by up to 5% in Wall Street due to increased oil prices and earnings season. The piece explains various types of dollars, including the official, blue, card, and wholesale dollars, detailing their characteristics and usage.
Bias read (Center): The article presents factual information about economic indicators and currency exchange rates without overtly favoring any political stance. While the topic relates to economic policy, the content remains neutral in tone and does not exhibit clear ideological bias in its framing or emphasis.
Why factuality (65): This article contains mixed content, including inflation data and stock market performance, which may not directly relate to the main topic of dollar rates. Some figures like 'dólar mayorista' and 'euro' are mentioned, but they lack direct verification from a primary source. The date mentioned (July
Why objectivity (80): The article has a somewhat promotional tone when discussing stock markets and economic indicators, though it still maintains an overall neutral approach to the dollar-related information.
La NaciónIndependent🔒CenterFactual 65Objective 802 days ago
The article provides live updates on the exchange rates of various currencies in Argentina, focusing on the official peso (dólar oficial) and the black market rate (dólar blue). It reports that the official dollar remains stable, with a buying price of $1455 and selling price of $1505. The blue dollar is also stable, trading at $1493.80 for purchase and $1540 for sale. Additionally, the article covers other currency types such as the majorista dollar, Euro, and cryptocurrency like Ethereum (ETH), which is currently priced at $1944.91. It also mentions the performance of Argentine stocks in Wall Street, driven by rising oil prices and earnings seasons.
Bias read (Center): The article presents factual economic data without overt ideological framing. It focuses on currency exchange rates, financial instruments, and market trends without taking a clear political stance. The tone is neutral, providing information based on current market conditions rather than advocating,
Why factuality (65): The article provides dollar rates for Tuesday, July 21st, but includes additional content such as cryptocurrency and stock market updates. There is some inconsistency between reported values and those found in other articles, likely due to the dynamic nature of currency markets.
Why objectivity (80): The tone is mostly neutral, though the inclusion of diverse topics may slightly affect perceived objectivity.
PerfilIndependentCenterFactual 60Objective 803 days ago
The official exchange rate for the Argentine peso remained stable at $1.450 for purchase and $1.500 for sale on Monday, July 20, maintaining its upward trend from recent weeks. Meanwhile, most Argentine assets traded lower on Wall Street, with major stocks and ADRs showing negative performance. The country risk index stood near 400 basis points. The dollar blue maintained its value at $1.510 for purchase and $1.530 for sale, while the MEP and CCL rates showed slight declines. In local markets, the S&P Merval index fell slightly, with leading stocks like Sociedad Comercial del Plata and Cresud experiencing notable losses. However, some companies such as Mercado Libre and Pampa Energía saw modest gains. The Central Bank of Argentina (BCRA) purchased $39 million in foreign currency last Friday, bringing the annual total to $12.619 billion. International reserves increased by $253 million during the week.
Bias read (Center): The article provides factual economic data and market performance without overtly favoring any political stance or ideology. It reports on exchange rates, stock performances, and central bank activities in a neutral manner.
Why factuality (60): This article mixes multiple topics, including real-time updates, cryptocurrency, and stock market performance. The dollar rate information is inconsistent with other sources, and the inclusion of unrelated content reduces reliability. No primary source is cited for verification.
Why objectivity (80): While the tone is generally neutral, the inclusion of various unrelated topics and frequent time stamps may suggest a more journalistic style rather than purely objective reporting.
PerfilIndependentCenterFactual 60Objective 804 days ago
On Monday, July 20, the official dollar rate at Banco Nación was set at $1,450 for purchase and $1,500 for sale. The national government established a range between $1,000 and $1,500 for the U.S. currency to float. Other exchange rates included the blue dollar at $1,514 for purchase and $1,546 for sale, the MEP dollar at $1,520.01 for purchase and $1,521.45 for sale, and other banks such as Bancor, ICBC, and Banco Supervielle offering varying rates within this range.
Bias read (Center): The article presents factual information about the exchange rates of different currencies in Argentina without taking a clear ideological stance. It provides data from multiple financial institutions and reports the government's established range without emphasizing any particular political agenda.
Why factuality (60): This article includes a mix of real-time updates, explanations of dollar types, and timing information. The dollar rate data is somewhat inconsistent with other sources, possibly due to the live nature of the report.
Why objectivity (80): The tone is largely neutral, though the inclusion of educational content may slightly influence perception of objectivity.
The article provides information on various types of dollars in Argentina, including the official dollar, blue dollar (parallel market), card dollar, and crypto dollar. It outlines their definitions, functions, and differences. The official dollar rate for Thursday, July 23, was $1510 for sale at Banco Nación. The blue dollar closed at $1550 for the same operation. The article explains how different dollar types are used in daily transactions and international commerce, highlighting the distinction between regulated and unregulated markets.
Bias read (Center): The article presents factual economic data and explanations about different currency types without overtly favoring any political ideology. It remains neutral by providing objective descriptions of financial instruments and their roles in the economy, without taking a clear stance on policy or party
On Friday, July 24, the official exchange rate for the US dollar at Banco Nación was set at 1,460 Argentine pesos for purchase and 1,510 pesos for sale. The national government has established a floating range between 1,000 and 1,500 pesos for the US dollar. Other rates include the blue dollar, which was quoted at 1,534 pesos for purchase and 1,566 pesos for sale, and the MEP dollar, which traded at 1,519.73 pesos for purchase and 1,521.33 pesos for sale. Different financial institutions had varying rates, such as Bancor at 1,460 pesos for purchase and 1,520 pesos for sale, ICBC at 1,450 pesos for purchase and 1,510 pesos for sale, and Banco Supervielle at 1,389 pesos for purchase and 1,439 pesos for sale.
Bias read (Center): The article provides factual information about currency exchange rates without any apparent ideological framing or biased language. It presents numerical data and does not take a stance on economic policies or political decisions.
The article provides exchange rate information for various currencies in Argentina on Friday, July 24. The blue dollar opened at $1.530 for purchase and $1.550 for sale. The official dollar opened at $1.460 for purchase and $1.510 for sale. The MEP dollar (dollar basket) opened at $1.515.30 for purchase and $1.524.50 for sale. The CCL (contado con liquidación) dollar opened at $1.583.20 for purchase and $1.587.30 for sale. The credit card dollar reference was set at $1.963. The crypto dollar opened at $1.576.95 for purchase and $1.579.30 for sale. Additionally, the country risk indicator (Riesgo País) closed at 437 basis points. The article also mentions that employees in commerce agreed to a 5.7% salary increase and a $50,000 bonus during parities.
Bias read (Center): The article presents factual economic data without overt ideological framing. It reports on currency rates, financial indicators, and labor negotiations without taking a clear partisan stance. While economic issues can be politically charged, the content remains neutral in tone and does not favor a左
The article provides live updates on the exchange rate of the Argentine peso against the US dollar and the Euro, detailing different rates for the official currency (dólar oficial), the black market rate (dólar blue), and other financial instruments like the MEP and CCL. It notes that the official dollar is trading at $1460 for purchase and $1510 for sale, while the blue dollar is at $1513.20 for purchase and $1560 for sale. The article also mentions economic concerns, including a rise in the country risk index to 435 points and a 8% drop in Argentine stocks on Wall Street due to global tensions and oil price increases. Additionally, it references comments by Economy Minister Luis Caputo who downplayed expectations of new measures during President Javier Milei’s visit to the Rural Exhibition.
Bias read (Center): The article primarily reports on economic indicators and market data without overtly favoring any political ideology. While it touches on political figures such as President Javier Milei and Economy Minister Luis Caputo, the focus remains on factual economic information rather than ideological slant
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