# BCRA reserves surpass USD 50 billion

Quick Take · News · Published October 16, 2026 · By [Anthony Asuaje](https://walkeranthony.com/about/), Walker Strategies
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The Central Bank purchased USD 182 million this Thursday, pushing gross reserves above the USD 50 billion mark. So far in October, it has accumulated USD 915 million—surpassing the total purchases for September and August combined—and doubling the annual target agreed upon with the IMF.

Higher reserves at the Central Bank reduce pressure on the exchange rate and improve the outlook for Argentine bonds and stocks.

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