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Argentina's Central Bank (BCRA) decided to cut bank reserve requirements by five percentage points starting in April, freeing up liquidity for banks to issue more loans amid recession. Led by Santiago Bausili, the move aims to revive economic activity without derailing inflation control. Analysts note the shift to a more expansionary policy after months of monetary contraction.

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Superfinanciera reported that the Pacto por el Crédito completed 18 months with $241.6 trillion disbursed, reaching 94.9% of the $254.7 trillion target. It disbursed 36.4 million credits at an average weighted rate of 15.5% effective annual. The program boosted financing in key sectors like housing, tourism, and agriculture.