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Argentina
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Population as of 2020: 45 million 32 of 193
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Region: South America
Nominal G.D.P. in 2024: $633.3 billion 23 of 193
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Top Exports
Argentina exported roughly **$65–75 billion in goods in 2024**, with a structure heavily dominated by **agriculture, food processing, and energy**, along with some industrial exports. | Rank | Export Category | Notes | | ---- | ------------------------------------------------ | ---------------------------------------------------- | | 1 | **Oil seeds & products (soy complex)** | Largest sector; soybeans, soybean meal, soybean oil. | | 2 | **Mineral fuels (crude oil & refined products)** | Growing due to shale (Vaca Muerta). | | 3 | **Food products (processed agriculture)** | Includes oils, flour, and other agro-products. | | 4 | **Meat (beef, poultry)** | Argentina is a major beef exporter. | | 5 | **Cereals (corn, wheat)** | Large global supplier. | | 6 | **Chemicals** | Fertilizers and industrial chemicals. | | 7 | **Vehicles & automotive parts** | Mainly exports to Brazil. | | 8 | **Metals (aluminum, steel)** | Industrial exports. | | 9 | **Fish & seafood** | Important export sector. | | 10 | **Fruit & agricultural goods** | Wine, lemons, and other produce. | Key individual export products (by value) | Rank | Product | Estimated Value (USD) | | ---- | ------------------------------ | --------------------- | | 11 | **Soybean meal & animal feed** | ~$10–15 billion | | 12 | **Soybean oil** | ~$8–12 billion | | 13 | **Soybeans (raw)** | ~$5–10 billion | | 14 | **Corn (maize)** | ~$8–12 billion | | 15 | **Wheat** | ~$5–10 billion | | 16 | **Crude petroleum** | ~$5–10 billion | | 17 | **Beef (fresh & frozen)** | ~$5–10 billion | | 18 | **Motor vehicles & parts** | ~$5–10 billion | | 19 | **Gold** | ~$3–5 billion | | 20 | **Wine** | ~$1–2 billion | Key Takeaways * **Soy dominates:** The **soy complex (beans, oil, meal)** is by far the largest export sector. * **Agricultural powerhouse:** Argentina is a major global exporter of **corn, wheat, and beef**. * **Energy growing:** Oil exports are increasing due to **shale production**. * **Regional manufacturing:** Vehicles are mainly exported within **South America (especially Brazil)**. Top Importers of Argentina’s Exports | Rank | Country | Notes | | ---- | ----------------- | ------------------------------------------------------------ | | 1 | **Brazil** | Largest partner; vehicles, auto parts, and industrial goods. | | 2 | **China** | Soybeans, beef, and agricultural commodities. | | 3 | **United States** | Agricultural goods, oil, and metals. | | 4 | **Chile** | Regional trade; energy, food, and manufactured goods. | | 5 | **India** | Vegetable oils (especially soybean oil). | | 6 | **Vietnam** | Soybean meal and animal feed. | | 7 | **Netherlands** | EU gateway; agricultural products and re-exports. | | 8 | **Spain** | Food products, oil, and agricultural goods. | | 9 | **Peru** | Regional trade; food and industrial goods. | | 10 | **Mexico** | Vehicles, food, and manufactured goods. | Key Patterns * **Regional + global mix**: * Argentina trades heavily with **Brazil (regional manufacturing)** and **Asia (agriculture)**. * **China is a key commodity buyer**: * Especially for **soybeans and beef**. * **Agriculture drives trade flows**: * Many partners import **food and feed products**, not industrial goods. * **Trade hubs matter**: * The **Netherlands** serves as a **distribution point for Europe**.
