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Paraguay recorded deflation of 0.3% in June, reducing its annual inflation rate to 2.1%, the second lowest in the region, behind only Ecuador.
argentinaboliviaParaguay has stepped up immigration controls and international cooperation after an Argentine case exposed an alleged Russian-linked influence network, though authorities have not confirmed whether any suspects or Russian nationals were actually identified or turned away at the border.
genargentinala-pazinterpolSenave recorded a record in Paraguay's stevia exports through May 2026, with a 518% increase compared to the previous year, totaling 142 tons exported mainly to Argentina, Uruguay, Chile, and Spain.
argentinaParaguayan exports with a Certificate of Origin totaled $693 million in May, with the Americas as the main market ($510 million), led by Brazil ($190 million), followed by Argentina ($170 million) and Chile ($60 million).
indonesiaargentinaParaguay recorded a 46% increase in international tourist arrivals in the first quarter of 2026 compared to the same period the previous year, leading global tourism growth according to the UN Tourism World Tourism Barometer, while South America as a bloc saw a 1% decline in the period.
argentinael-salvadormexicoParaguay ended May with the third-lowest country risk in Latin America and the Caribbean, with an EMBI of 104 basis points, trailing only Uruguay (61 points) and Chile (86 points), according to data from Bloomberg Línea based on the index compiled by J.P. Morgan.
uruguaychileargentinaboliviaBrazil has proposed the creation of a free flight zone within Mercosur to allow national airlines to operate domestic flights in other member countries, aiming to enhance regional integration and facilitate low-cost flights.
chileargentinauruguaymercosurThe Yacyretá Binational Entity (EBY) refused to disclose the results of audits conducted by the firms Audicon and Ayca in 2023, as well as internal and external audits, citing legal constraints arising from the special regime governing the entity. Paraguayan lawyer Federico Legal, who requested the information through a public access to information request, described the refusal as arbitrary and stated that those responsible may face penalties under Paraguayan law.
argentinafederico-legalThe Chamber of Shopping Malls of Paraguay (CCCPy) reported a 7% increase in mall sales during the first four months of 2026, driven by supermarkets and food services, but warned of a slowdown in growth momentum due to a 25% drop in spending by Argentine visitors and the impact of dollar devaluation on exchange rates.
argentinaThe government of Javier Milei approved the technical pre-qualification of two international consortia to operate the Paraná and Paraguay rivers waterway, even after the Prosecution Office for Administrative Investigations pointed out "serious and evident irregularities" in the process.
javier-mileiargentinaFacing a record harvest of 29.5 million tons in the 2025/26 campaign, Argentina is experiencing a decline in wheat protein quality and is studying imports of Paraguayan wheat, recognized as an 'improver grain'. Capeco warns that the planting area in Paraguay could shrink by 10% to 15% due to lack of profitability.
argentinacapecoDass Group, a Brazilian manufacturer of brands such as Nike, Adidas, Fila, Umbro, Asics and Champion, has transferred its production line from Argentina to Paraguay, attracted by tax incentives from the Maquila Regime. The new plant, inaugurated in March, received a US$ 40 million investment. While the factory in Coronel Suárez (Buenos Aires) was closed, the unit in Eldorado (Misiones) operates at reduced capacity, generating uncertainty among workers.
argentinamaquilacalzadotextilThe Entidad Binacional Yacyretá (EBY) has resolved its financial contingency, resumed works and supplier payments, and is advancing the Aña Cuá project, according to its financial chief. An operational agreement with Argentina and cost-cutting measures have stabilized cash flow, but the lack of a definitive tariff remains a structural challenge.
ebyyacyretaargentinaana-cuaParaguay's soybean exports rose 37% year-on-year to 3.94 million tons by April 2026, according to Capeco. Total complex revenues reached $1.93 billion, with Argentina as the top destination. The boom is attributed to strong global demand for plant proteins and biofuels.
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