Global Scans · Argentina · Weekly Summary

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WHAT'S NEXT?: Argentina domestic activity will be held back by rising inflation and the impact of numerous policy-induced economic distortions.

• [New] Current baseline production capacity of approximately 183,700 tonnes LCE annually provides the foundation for expansion scenarios that could position Argentina as a dominant global supplier by 2035. Discovery Alert
• [New] As of Thursday, heavy rains are wreaking havoc on Argentina's farmland, and leaving nearly four million acres at risk. RFD-TV
• [New] Argentina's Buenos Aires Grain Exchange increased its wheat harvest forecast to a record 25.5 million tonnes due to higher-than-expected yields in some regions. ADM Investor Services
• [New] Approximately 70% of planned production capacity through 2030 is secured under offtake agreements with battery manufacturers and chemical processors. / Argentina Discovery Alert
• [New] Approximately 70% of Argentina's planned lithium production through 2030 is secured under offtake agreements. Discovery Alert
• [New] Infrastructure development challenges represent both obstacles and opportunities for Argentina's lithium sector expansion. Discovery Alert
• [New] Upon closing a previously announced new joint venture consolidating three projects, Ganfeng will hold 67% and Lithium Argentina 33% of PPG. Lithium Argentina AG
• [New] PPG will seek access to Argentina's RIGI framework to enhance long-term competitiveness and support ongoing financing efforts. Junior Mining Network
• [New] Argentina's position within global critical mineral supply chains creates opportunities for significant export revenue generation. Discovery Alert
• [New] Argentina's natural gas abundance creates opportunities for liquefied natural gas exports that can generate substantial revenue for reinvestment in critical minerals infrastructure. Discovery Alert
• [New] Argentina's 2025/26 wheat output is forecast at 22 million tons and farmers have so far harvested some 11.6% of fields they planted. Successful Farming
• [New] Global wheat stockpiles are poised to expand sharply in 2026 due to stronger production prospects in top producers including Argentina, Australia and Russia. Farm Progress
• [New] The Final Investment Decision on the $50 billion Argentina LNG project with Eni and YPF will be the most critical milestone to watch. EnkiAI - Find the right insight
• Argentina lithium brine insights reveal significant expansion opportunities in South American markets. Discovery Alert
• Argentina's wheat harvest for the 2025/26 cycle is expected to reach a record 24 million metric tons. ADM Investor Services
• Heavy rains are wreaking havoc on Argentina's farmland, leaving nearly 4 million acres at risk and delaying corn and soybean plantings in one of the world's top grain export regions. RFD-TV

Last updated: 11 December 2025