Argentina’s economy shrinks more than expected after midterms


Argentina's President Javier Milei. — Reuters

BUENOS AIRES: Argentina’s economy contracted for a second consecutive month in November on the heels of a crunch midterm election that has precipitated a sharp market selloff.

Economic activity fell 0.3% from October, the national statistics agency said Wednesday, after a 0.4% decline in October.

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