US judge orders Argentina, facing $16.1 billion judgment, to give up YPF stake
Written by Emily J. Thompson, Senior Investment Analyst
Updated: Jun 30 2025
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Source: Reuters
Argentina Ordered to Transfer YPF Shares: A U.S. judge has mandated Argentina to relinquish its 51% stake in oil company YPF to satisfy a $16.1 billion court judgment, following the country's seizure of shares from Spain's Repsol in 2012.
Appeal and Financial Implications: Argentina's President Javier Milei plans to appeal the ruling, arguing it undermines national interests, while the decision poses challenges for the government as it seeks to stabilize its economy amidst inflation and debt obligations.
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Emily J. Thompson
Emily J. Thompson, a Chartered Financial Analyst (CFA) with 12 years in investment research, graduated with honors from the Wharton School. Specializing in industrial and technology stocks, she provides in-depth analysis for Intellectia’s earnings and market brief reports.
