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Córdoba Commerce Declines; Bat Rabies Alert

Córdoba's commerce faces ongoing decline, while a rabies outbreak prompts pet vaccinations in El Mondongo.

Florent Kalfon · 7 November 2026 · 12 articles read

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Business conditions in Argentina remain stable despite ongoing challenges. Córdoba's retail sector continues to decline, while a rabies outbreak in El Mondongo prompts local action. These developments maintain pressure on local businesses without significantly altering the broader economic landscape.

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Disruption

Retail

Córdoba retail sector struggles as sales decline

A narrow street with a few shops on both sides — Christian Hergesell / Unsplash

Córdoba's retail sector is experiencing a significant downturn, with sales declining for the fifth consecutive October, according to Perfil.com. Nine out of eleven retail categories reported reduced sales, resulting in the closure of 263 businesses over the past two months. To cope, business owners are relying on pensions, loans, and reducing inventory and staff. The internal market contraction is a major concern for local retailers.

Impact Retailers in Córdoba face financial strain as sales decline, leading to business closures.

Sources: Perfil.com ↗

Safety & health

Public sector

Rabies outbreak prompts pet vaccinations in La Plata

A rabies outbreak has been detected in a bat in the El Mondongo neighborhood of La Plata, prompting local authorities to initiate a vaccination campaign for pets, El Dia reports. The zoonosis department has set up a vaccination post to immunize dogs and cats, aiming to prevent the spread of the disease. This incident has raised concerns about the presence of rabies-carrying animals in the area.

Impact Pet owners in La Plata are urged to vaccinate their animals to prevent rabies spread.

Sources: El dia ↗

Politics

Public sector

Kicillof ties mayoral re-election to budget talks

Buenos Aires Province Governor Axel Kicillof is including the re-election of mayors in the negotiations over the upcoming budget, according to La Politica Online. The executive branch has indicated that this issue will be part of the economic project discussions at the end of the year. The plan could face challenges if the negotiations do not succeed, affecting local governance and budget allocations.

Impact Local governments and public-sector planners face uncertainty over budget and governance changes.

Sources: La Politica Online ↗

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