VOICED : Argentina facilita a turistas venta de divisas en medio de corrida cambiaria

Argentina has introduced a new policy allowing tourists to exchange up to $5,000 at authorized entities using the MEP dollar rate, which is more favorable than the official rate. This move aims to attract foreign currency into the Central Bank's reserves, rather than losing it to the informal market. The MEP dollar is linked to bond transactions in Buenos Aires, while the informal market rate is higher due to economic instability following the resignation of the former Economy Minister.

What is the maximum amount of dollars tourists can sell in authorized entities in Argentina?

• $1,000

• $10,000

• $3,000

• $5,000

Which rate is used for tourists to exchange their currency in Argentina?

• OBLU Rate

• MEP Dollar Rate

• Official Dollar Rate

• Market Average Rate

What was the MEP dollar rate on Thursday?

• 239 pesos

• 136.33 pesos

• 325 pesos

• 338 pesos

Why might tourists prefer the MEP dollar rate over the official rate?

• It is fixed and stable

• It is the only legal rate

• It is closer to the black market rate

• It is lower than the official rate

What is the main goal of Argentina's new measure regarding tourist currency exchange?

• To stabilize the black market

• To boost Central Bank reserves

• To lower the official dollar rate

• To increase tourism