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The doubt of savers: buy cheap dollars or bet on high rates in pesos

Due to the fall in the value of the dollar and the maintenance of interest rates at high levels, savers face a central dilemma: take advantage of the current price of the currency to dollarize or maintain their investments in pesos in search of attractive returns. Exchange stability and the profitability of placements in local currency reopened the discussion about what is the best financial strategy.

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The doubt of savers: buy cheap dollars or bet on high rates in pesos
Evolution of the carry trade total return index in dollars (GMA Capital)

Thus, the progress in the accumulation of reserves, considering that BCRA purchases already total USD 2,090 million so far this year, together with sustained sterilization and exchange stability, “continues to reconfigure the short-term financial balance,” GMA indicated.

Even from Personal Investment Portfolio (PPI) they pointed out that “the decline in the CCL would be attributable to foreign investors entering into carry trade strategies.”

However, GMAIL warns that the strategy is also conditioned by the administration of the conditions in the peso market.

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The doubt of savers: buy cheap dollars or bet on high rates in pesos
GMAIL warns that the carry trade strategy is also conditioned by the administration of conditions in the peso market (Illustrative Image Infobae)

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The report highlighted that the total return index reached a new high this week, driven by the positive market perception of the accumulation of reserves.In addition, the downward trend of the dollar against currencies such as the euro, the Japanese yen and the currencies of countries in the region also contributed to this performance.

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One of the determining elements behind exchange rate stability lies in the significant private supply.After the November legislative elections, the market observed several placements of Negotiable Obligations and provincial bonds, which allowed the entry of approximately USD 8,000 million.

On the other hand, the commercial sector contributed additional foreign currency.In January, a historical maximum was reached in the Affidavits of Foreign Sales (DJVE), with more than 10 million tons registered, driven mainly by exports of wheat and barley.

The doubt of savers: buy cheap dollars or bet on high rates in pesos
In January, a historical maximum was reached in the Affidavits of Foreign Sales (DJVE).REUTERS/Sergey Pivovarov/File

Added to this, according to Wise Capital, is a favorable international context with firmer regional currencies and a weakened global dollar.

The dollar price is projected to maintain its weak trend at least until mid-year.The second quarter would bring an especially high supply of foreign currency due to the commercial surplus typical of the season due to the thick harvest.

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Aiman Sohail
Aiman Sohail
Dr. Aiman Sohail is a seasoned journalist and geopolitical analyst with over a decade of experience covering global affairs, politics, and current events. She earned her Bachelor’s degree in International Relations from Quaid-i-Azam University, Islamabad, followed by a Master’s in Political Science from Lahore University of Management Sciences (LUMS). Driven by a passion for understanding global dynamics, she completed her PhD in International Security Studies at The University of London, focusing on South Asian geopolitics and conflict resolution. Sara began her career as a correspondent for The Express Tribune, covering domestic politics and economic developments. She later joined Geo News as a senior reporter, specializing in geopolitical affairs, foreign policy, and conflict analysis. Over the years, her articles have been featured in major national and international publications, including Dawn, The Diplomat, and Al Jazeera English, earning her recognition for insightful analysis and in-depth reporting. In addition to journalism, Sara frequently contributes to academic forums, think tanks, and panel discussions on international relations. Her expertise lies in South Asian security, diplomatic policy, and global political trends, making her one of Pakistan’s leading voices in contemporary geopolitics.

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