Investment Opportunities in Argentina
From real estate and agriculture to lithium mining and tech startups — discover what investors are doing in Argentina's evolving economy.
Updated analysis of the Milei reforms, RIGI incentives, and emerging opportunities across six key sectors.
The Milei Economic Reform Context
Since taking office in December 2023, President Javier Milei's government has implemented significant economic reforms affecting the investment landscape:
- Inflation reduced from 211% (2023) to 117% (2024)
- Foreign land ownership restrictions revoked (Dec 2023)
- RIGI program: 25% corporate tax for 30 years
- Capital controls partially lifted (April 2025)
- Full capital control elimination planned by end of 2025
The full impact of Milei's reforms is still unfolding. Key developments to monitor:
- Q2 2025:Capital control elimination timeline
- Ongoing:RIGI large investment applications
- 2025:Provincial tax harmonization efforts
Where Investors Are Focusing
Each sector offers distinct risk-return profiles, regional variations, and regulatory considerations. Explore detailed guides for each opportunity.
From Buenos Aires luxury apartments to Mendoza vineyards and Patagonia eco-lodges — Argentine real estate offers dollar-denominated opportunities at fractions of comparable global markets.
Argentina is the world's 3rd largest soybean exporter, 2nd largest corn exporter, and a major beef producer — with agtech innovation creating new investment verticals in precision farming and sustainable agriculture.
Argentina holds the world's 3rd largest lithium reserves, significant copper deposits, and untapped gold and silver resources — making it a strategic destination for critical minerals investment.
From Vaca Muerta — the world's second-largest shale formation — to world-class wind resources in Patagonia, Argentina's energy sector is undergoing transformation with major investment opportunities.
Buenos Aires is Latin America's 3rd largest startup ecosystem, with strengths in fintech, SaaS, and AI — offering venture capital and angel investment opportunities at valuations below US/EU markets.
From wine tourism in Mendoza to eco-lodges in Patagonia and urban experiences in Buenos Aires — Argentina's tourism sector offers lifestyle investments with income potential in a post-pandemic recovery.
RIGI: Large Investment Incentive Regime
Argentina's new program offers significant benefits for investments over $200 million USD in priority sectors.
- Corporate Tax Rate25% for 30 years (vs. standard 35%)
- Tax StabilityProtection from new taxes for 30 years
- CustomsStreamlined import/export procedures
- DividendsZero withholding tax on foreign dividends
- Energy (oil, gas, renewables, mining)
- Infrastructure & logistics
- Technology & innovation
- Forestry & agro-industry
- Industrial manufacturing
- Tourism (large projects)
Note: RIGI applications require significant legal and financial structuring. Consult specialized Argentine legal counsel for eligibility assessment.
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Disclaimer: The information provided is for educational purposes only and does not constitute investment advice. Argentina's economic and political environment involves significant risks. Consult qualified legal, tax, and financial professionals before making investment decisions. Investment values can fluctuate, and past performance does not guarantee future results.
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