NEWS

Argentine mining is experiencing a historic moment. In 2025, the sector expanded its share in the national economy, posting an 8.5% increase in its contribution to the Gross Domestic Product, according to official data. This progress consolidates mining as one of the main drivers of Argentina?s productive development and foreign currency generation, amid sustained expansion and the arrival of new investments.

The value of mining exports exceeded US$5.4 billion, driven by the metal and lithium segments. The former contributed around US$3.7 billion, while lithium reached its best performance on record, thanks to the start-up of new plants in Catamarca, Jujuy, and Salta. In several of these provinces, mining now accounts for more than 80% of local exports, highlighting its decisive role in regional economies.

Adding to this favorable landscape is a legislative milestone unseen in two decades: the approval of the first copper project in Mendoza, with an initial investment of US$600 million and an expected output of 40,000 tons of fine copper per year. The development of this and other large-scale projects reaffirms global interest in the country?s strategic resources and opens a new stage of industrial expansion.

Mining growth extends beyond mineral extraction: it also drives a network of complementary businesses in logistics, transportation, technical planning, engineering, and metal processing. Each new project generates demand for infrastructure, specialized services, and skilled labor, multiplying the economic impact across multiple productive sectors.

The international outlook further strengthens these prospects. Rio Tinto and Glencore, two global giants with a strong presence in Argentina, are advancing merger negotiations that could create the world?s largest mining company, with a combined value exceeding US$200 billion. A transaction of such magnitude would have direct effects on the Argentine market, where both companies are involved in key lithium and copper projects.

In a context of global growth and reconfiguration, having reliable information, technical expertise, and strategic vision will be essential for smart investment. 2026 stands out as a year of unprecedented opportunities for those who can read the new Argentine mining map and join its development in time.

LR Strategic Mining invites companies and investors to seize this moment. With its comprehensive knowledge of the sector and its network of local and international contacts, LR Strategic Mining connects capital, projects, and real exploration and production opportunities across the region. 2026 marks the beginning of a new era for Argentine mining: this is the time to invest with vision and expert guidance