Investment in Farmland in 2023
Investment in farmland suitable for livestock or crops is the safest investment, especially long-term, i.e. 5 to 10 years. It is an area little studied by modern investors, who have remained in the dot com investors world and have forgotten the traditional investment: farms. Today, the following observation is most certain. Where there is arable land in a stable political environment with clear rules and access to ports, you can make a minimum investment of 9% and a capitalization rate of 4%. These figures…
The Scots behind Argentina’s sheep farming success
One of the largest sheep farming developments ever in the world is thanks to the emigration of farmers from Scotland’s bleak north coast to Argentina, a new book reveals. The little-known story of intrepid pioneers from Caithness who travelled across the globe is now being told. ‘Caithness to Patagonia’ tells of a largely uncharted aspect of the Scottish diaspora, featuring tales of adventure, hardship and some significant success stories. The regions of Caithness and Patagonia are literally a world…
Buenos Aires ranked the Best City in Latin America for Event Tourism
The City of Buenos Aires was ranked first in America in the 2022 edition of the ranking prepared by the International Association of Congresses and Conventions (ICCA) after holding 66 approved events and climbing one position compared to the previous year’s list. , in which it was second behind Montreal. Within the framework of the recovery of meeting tourism, it should be noted that this is 52% of the ICCA events that took place in the City during 2019, In addition, the national capital again held first…
The volume of real estate in Buenos Aires has not managed to exceed 3000 monthly operations. Here are the reasons why
In April, 4.3% fewer operations were registered than in March. The numbers did not take off as expected. What is the main reason attributed to the sector? What about prices? The real estate market fails to rebound. In April, 2,750 purchase-sale operations were registered, 4.3% less than in March. And just above the numbers for 2022. According to data from the City Notaries Association, the total number of real estate purchase and sale deeds registered a 7.2% increase in the fourth month of 2023 compared to…
The water-table has risen 10 meters in Argentina’s Pampa Region since the 70’s
Argentina has a different challenge, unlike many of the world’s leading food basket regions where over-irrigation, climate change, and groundwater pollution are the problems. Since the seventies, the water table has been rising, according to a report by INTA ( Argentina’s Agriculture Department ) Marcos Juárez; The ascent in levels complicates the work in the fields and raises the costs of the local producers. Examples of the rising water table level problem are in the south of Córdoba, areas…
Answers to Frequently Asked Questions about GTSA
Who are we, and why do we have such a strong web presence with those looking to invest in South American Real Estate? The general characteristics that set Gateway to South America apart from other real estate agencies in the region could be summarised by the following: Contact the Gateway to South America team to learn about the best investment opportunities in the region. The company is a benchmark for foreign investors wishing to invest in Argentina, Brazil,…
The Two Lithium Miners Active In Argentina Merge In a $10.6B Deal
Allkem (Australia) and Livent (LTHM), Argentina’s only two lithium exporters, have announced a multi-billion dollar merger. The companies operating in Catamarca and Jujuy have launched a new company valued at US$10.6 billion. According to the companies, the new valuation of the combined company, following the merger of all of its shares, will be US$10.6 billion. Upon closing the merger of equals, Allkem shareholders will own approximately 56%, and Livent shareholders will own about 44% of ‘NewCo’.…
A warning for South American Wine exporters – Counterfeiting is rife in your primary markets
South America is producing some of the best wines export in the world . In 2014 an Argentine Malbec won the prize for being the best red wine in the world. Counterfieting is of deep concern to many South American exporters, including winemakers. Asia is a major transgressor in this regard. The statistics of counterfeiting make alarming reading. The most recent OECD estimate dates from 2007, when it says cross-border counterfeiting totalled around US$250 billion annually and almost two percent of global trade…
Argentina again flirts with Hyperinflation
Argentina has taken a sharp turn for the worse, with the Argentine peso losing half its value in one year, prices doubling, and pesos doubling. What’s worse is that this results from almost one hundred years of fiscal dominance, where the central bank always accommodates the government’s deficit. This has caused more than half of the population to fall into poverty, and the highest earners have incomes comparable to the lowest earners in developed countries. On top of this, Argentina has price controls,…
Are you looking for a unique ski experience?
Then you should check out Cerro Catedral in Argentina! This is the largest ski resort in the entire Southern Hemisphere, and it’s considered a singular experience, enhanced by the unparalleled beauty of Patagonia, a vibrant apres-ski scene, and the country’s dual gastronomic specialties—fine wine and legendary steaks. Nate Abbott of Joshua Tree, California, a professional photographer and a contributor to Freeskier magazine, spent 10 days on a photo assignment in and around Cerro Catedral and describes…
European immigration: The owners of Argentinian Ranches
European immigration: The owners of the Argentinian campo / Ranches Argentina has been populated almost entirely by European immigrants. Since colonisation, the South American country has received individuals and families from the Old World. During the last 500 years, Argentina has been a destination for merchants, businessmen, travellers, refugees, and government officials, mainly from Spain, Italy, France, Poland, and Germany. Europeans and the Argentinian campo While many Europeans arrived and settled directly…
Calchaquí, a Magic Valley in Argentina
It seems like a dream or a movie: to reside in Calchaquí, a Magic Valley in Argentina, situated in the foothills of the Cordillera. The tendency to develop plots of land amid landscapes that were once only agricultural is now coming to northern Argentina. In this beautiful place, luxury properties are parcelled up in the middle of vineyards. Northern Argentina represents a significant delay in the central area. The new government uses the Belgrano Plan to equate the north to the rest of the country. Unified…
Scottish pioneers in Argentina are an important part of its history
Great numbers of Scots immigrated to overseas in the hundred years before the first world war. Most settled in the United States of America or Canada, Australia, New Zealand and other parts of Britain’s vast empire. A significant minority, however, immigrated to South American states, Argentina being a popular choice. The first Scots settled there in the years before Argentina became an independent confederation in 1816; they were the forerunners in the broader immigration that would eventually contribute…
What are your skiing options in Argentina ? They are many and varied – some with free ski passes
SNOW SEASON 2023 ( June to late September ) From June, the snow is here. Thus, the majestic scenery of Patagonia is swathed in white, and the time for adrenalin and fun begins. Covered in snow, the mountains invite skiers and snowboarders to glide their way around Argentina’s ski centres, from Ushuaia to Neuquén, passing through Chubut, Rio Negro and Mendoza. Slopes for beginners and experts, off-piste challenges, night-time skiing, trips on sledges and snowmobiles, events snow-rugby and snow-polo matches,…
Is the US dollars Dominance ending in Trade?
Despite recent doubts about the dominance of the US dollar as a global reserve currency, its position remains strong due to its immense starting advantage, network effects, and the supply of safe assets available to dollar investors. While individual countries can circumvent the dominant system, a shift to a multipolar system of currencies is not imminent and would be inherently less stable. The reason why not: Counter arguments: Conclusion: China’s controlled flows of capital and current-account surpluses…
