‘Mining is where Argentina has attracted the most foreign investor interest’

Argentina’s mining industry is experiencing a strong resurgence, driven by a boom in exports and the growing appeal of new projects, particularly those involving lithium and copper, as well as precious metals such as gold. Argentina recorded its highest-ever mining exports in 2025, totaling US$8.1 billion, according to data from national statistics institute INDEC. That represented a 19.2% increase from US$6.8 billion the previous year. This year looks set to be even better. Exports from the metal mining and lithium sectors totaled US$6 billion in the first half of 2026, a 69.7% increase over…