Argentina's industrial capacity utilization topped 60% for the first time in 2026, but fell year on year
According to the INDEC report, utilization of installed capacity in Argentine industry exceeded 60% for the first time in 2026, although the indicator fell year on year. The highest levels were in petroleum refining (82.9%), paper and cardboard (70.7%) and food and beverages (69.5%); the lowest in metalworking excluding automakers (40.5%), textiles (44.1%) and rubber and plastics (44.8%). The most significant annual decline was in chemicals.
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- Capacity utilization crossed 60% for the first time in 2026, according to INDEC
- Petroleum refining (82.9%) and paper and cardboard (70.7%) led utilization levels
- Metalworking excluding automakers (40.5%) and textiles (44.1%) recorded the lowest levels
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