The first quantifiable assessment of the agreement shows trade flowing in both directions, but with sectoral asymmetries: while the EU gains ground in pharmaceuticals, cosmetics and jewelry.
Read analysis →The first figures reveal that the advantages of the Mercosur-EU Agreement are being underused. Only US$ 38 million was exported under the agreement.
Read analysis →With Argentina as the last partner to join, the Mercosur-Singapore agreement (MCSFTA) will soon be operational for Mercosur's four founding members and opens preferential access for Argentine exports to one of Asia's leading trade and financial hubs.
Read analysis →Brazil led the region's markets in September, with purchases of USD 276 million, followed by Argentina, with USD 166 million.
Read analysis →The EU–Mercosur Textile and Apparel Dialogue (TAD), launched on October 15, 2026, is an important step toward strengthening the implementation of the Mercosur-EU agreement and promoting investment. It is an example that other sectors could follow.
Read analysis →If opponents gather 50,000 signatures before January 21, 2027, full ratification of the EFTA-Mercosur agreement would be suspended in Switzerland and put to a popular vote, creating new uncertainty for Argentine exports of beef, soybeans and wine to the EFTA bloc.
Read analysis →The fall of the dollar and the costs associated with low river levels are eroding the competitiveness of Paraguayan companies. The Paraguayan Chamber of Exporters (CAPEX) is calling for exchange-rate measures, a review of export procedures and compliance with the Waterway Agreement.
Read analysis →The agreement enters into force at separate paces among the Mercosur countries
Read analysis →We had anticipated Vietnam's importance for the Argentine market in the context of new trade-opening negotiations. Now it is the turn of negotiations as the Mercosur bloc
Read analysis →Mercosur-India negotiations regain momentum
Read analysis →The partial ratification of the Mercosur-EU agreement limits direct investment. An analysis of the economic costs and bureaucratic obstacles.
Read analysis →Washington labels Brazilian trade policies unreasonable and discriminatory and is weighing sanctions.
Read analysis →Ultraconservative Polish groups are manufacturing a scandal over the quality of Brazilian coffee in order to torpedo the EU-Mercosur trade agreement.
Read analysis →Japan's trade policy review at the WTO on May 29, 2026 offers clues about Japan's situation and its trade and investment needs.
Read analysis →The parliaments of Argentina and Brazil are reviewing ratification of the EFTA-Mercosur Free Trade Agreement.
Read analysis →Japan is advancing its trade negotiations with Mercosur, driven by its critical need for oil and raw materials.
Read analysis →An analysis of the strategic motivations that led the EU to push forward the Interim Trade Agreement with Mercosur, and its future outlook.
Read analysis →EU Regulation 2024/3190 bans bisphenol A in packaging and threatens Argentine honey exports. An analysis of the impact on Mercosur-Europe trade.
Read analysis →Argentina's first honey export to the European Union marks a historic trade milestone that opens high-value markets for local producers
Read analysis →Negotiations on the Mercosur-Canada free trade agreement are accelerating, with conclusion targeted for 2026. An analysis of the trade potential by sector.
Read analysis →The European Parliament approved a trade agreement with the US that creates obligations competing with the Mercosur-EU Agreement. Executive analysis.
Read analysis →The Mercosur-EU agreement is a reason not to lose the vehicle and auto parts industry. Argentina and Uruguay were the first to ratify it.
Read analysis →Regaining the trade initiative. The competitive advantage of Argentine products in the Brazilian market beyond price.
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