Protest and civil unrestSevere
Protest and unrest activity is very high and can disrupt cities and transport.
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Argentina political and security risk assessment
Argentina carries a low level of political and security risk for business. It scores 22 out of 100 on the Zed Three World Threat Map (band 1 of 5), down 1 on last week and broadly stable over the last 12 weeks. Last updated Nov 2, 2026.
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Argentina
What is the political and security risk in Argentina right now?
Argentina carries a low level of political and security risk for business. It scores 22 out of 100 on the Zed Three World Threat Map (band 1 of 5), down 1 on last week and broadly stable over the last 12 weeks.
Week on week the picture is little changed. The main standing risks are persistent protest activity.
On the economic side, real GDP grew 4.4% in 2025 with inflation at 219.9%.
What are the main risks of operating in Argentina?
Armed conflict and political violenceGuarded
Armed violence is occasional and mostly localized.
What has changed recently in Argentina?
Argentina moved down 1 this week and fell 1 point over the last 12 weeks, from 23 to 22.
What happens next? Outlook for the next 1 to 3 months
We assess there is a realistic possibility that Argentina stays in the Low band through the end of December. It sits 3 points from the Guarded band.
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Likelihood ranges are editorial judgments, not advice.
What does it mean for shipping, supply chains and operations?
Food makes up 50% of goods exports (2025 data), so harvest, port and road disruption matter for buyers.
Trade equals 30% of GDP (2025 data). Supply chain exposure is mainly to regional and global shocks rather than local events.
Operating conditions are normal. Standard security precautions apply.
Key facts
GDPUS$683.1 billionLatest data, 2025
Real GDP growth4.4%Latest data, 2025
Inflation219.9%Latest data, 2024
Trade30% of GDPLatest data, 2025
Food exports50% of goods exportsLatest data, 2025
Population45.9 millionLatest data, 2025
How has the Argentina threat score moved?
Frequently asked questions
What is the political and security risk in Argentina for business?
Argentina carries a low level of political and security risk for business. It scores 22 out of 100 on the Zed Three World Threat Map (band 1 of 5), down 1 on last week and broadly stable over the last 12 weeks.
What are the main geopolitical risks of operating in Argentina?
The main risk drivers are protest and civil unrest (severe); armed conflict and political violence (guarded). Protest and unrest activity is very high and can disrupt cities and transport.
What is the outlook for Argentina?
We assess there is a realistic possibility (40 to 55%) that Argentina stays in the Low band through the end of December. It sits 3 points from the Guarded band.
How often is the Argentina risk assessment updated?
The Argentina threat score is updated weekly on the Zed Three World Threat Map, and this assessment is reviewed monthly. It was last updated Nov 2, 2026.
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Published by Zed Three, a private, independent risk intelligence company. Assessment last updated Nov 2, 2026. Threat score updated weekly, last on Nov 2, 2026. General analysis for informational purposes, not security, legal or investment advice.
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