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View PricingIn 2025, the Argentinian crude oil market decreased by X% to $X, falling for the second year in a row after two years of growth. In general, consumption recorded a noticeable downturn. Crude oil consumption peaked at $X in 2013; however, from 2014 to 2025, consumption remained at a lower figure.
In value terms, crude oil production amounted to $X in 2025 estimated in export price. Over the period under review, production continues to indicate a slight reduction. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2021 with an increase of X% against the previous year. Over the period under review, production reached the peak level at $X in 2012; however, from 2013 to 2025, production remained at a lower figure.
In 2025, shipments abroad of crude petroleum oil increased by X% to X tons, rising for the third year in a row after three years of decline. In general, exports showed a resilient expansion. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2018 with an increase of X%. The exports peaked in 2025 and are expected to retain growth in years to come.
In value terms, crude oil exports skyrocketed to $X in 2025. Overall, exports saw a measured increase. The pace of growth appeared the most rapid in 2022 with an increase of X% against the previous year. Over the period under review, the exports reached the maximum in 2025 and are likely to see steady growth in the immediate term.
The United States (X tons) was the main destination for crude oil exports from Argentina, with a X% share of total exports. Moreover, crude oil exports to the United States exceeded the volume sent to the second major destination, Brazil (X tons), twofold. Chile (X tons) ranked third in terms of total exports with an X% share.
From 2012 to 2023, the average annual rate of growth in terms of volume to the United States stood at X%. Exports to the other major destinations recorded the following average annual rates of exports growth: Brazil (X% per year) and Chile (X% per year).
In value terms, the United States ($X) remains the key foreign market for crude petroleum oil exports from Argentina, comprising X% of total exports. The second position in the ranking was held by Brazil ($X), with a X% share of total exports. It was followed by Chile, with a X% share.
From 2012 to 2023, the average annual growth rate of value to the United States totaled X%. Exports to the other major destinations recorded the following average annual rates of exports growth: Brazil (X% per year) and Chile (X% per year).
The average crude oil export price stood at $X per ton in 2023, shrinking by X% against the previous year. In general, the export price continues to indicate a perceptible descent. The growth pace was the most rapid in 2021 when the average export price increased by X% against the previous year. Over the period under review, the average export prices hit record highs at $X per ton in 2012; however, from 2013 to 2023, the export prices stood at a somewhat lower figure.
Average prices varied somewhat for the major overseas markets. In 2023, amid the top suppliers, the countries with the highest prices were Uruguay ($X per ton) and the United States ($X per ton), while the average price for exports to China ($X per ton) and the Netherlands ($X per ton) were amongst the lowest.
From 2012 to 2023, the most notable rate of growth in terms of prices was recorded for supplies to the United Arab Emirates (X%), while the prices for the other major destinations experienced a decline.
In 2025, imports of crude petroleum oil into Argentina surged to X kg, with an increase of X% on the previous year's figure. Overall, imports, however, showed a dramatic decrease. Over the period under review, imports reached the maximum at X tons in 2017; however, from 2018 to 2025, imports failed to regain momentum.
In value terms, crude oil imports skyrocketed to $X in 2025. In general, imports, however, showed a sharp shrinkage. Imports peaked at $X in 2017; however, from 2018 to 2025, imports remained at a lower figure.
Chile (X kg) and Ecuador (X kg) were the main suppliers of crude oil imports to Argentina.
From 2012 to 2023, the most notable rate of growth in terms of purchases, amongst the main suppliers, was attained by Chile (with a CAGR of X%).
In value terms, the largest crude oil suppliers to Argentina were Ecuador ($X) and Chile ($X).
Among the main suppliers, Chile, with a CAGR of X%, saw the highest rates of growth with regard to the value of imports, over the period under review.
The average crude oil import price stood at $X per ton in 2023, with an increase of X% against the previous year. Over the period under review, the import price continues to indicate a buoyant increase. Over the period under review, average import prices attained the maximum at $X per ton in 2020; however, from 2021 to 2023, import prices remained at a lower figure.
There were significant differences in the average prices amongst the major supplying countries. In 2023, amid the top importers, the country with the highest price was Ecuador ($X per ton), while the price for Chile totaled $X per ton.
From 2012 to 2023, the most notable rate of growth in terms of prices was attained by Nigeria (X%), while the prices for the other major suppliers experienced a decline.
This report provides a comprehensive view of the crude oil industry in Argentina, tracking demand, supply, and trade flows across the national value chain. It explains how demand across key channels and end-use segments shapes consumption patterns, while also mapping the role of input availability, production efficiency, and regulatory standards on supply.
Beyond headline metrics, the study benchmarks prices, margins, and trade routes so you can see where value is created and how it moves between domestic suppliers and international partners. The analysis is designed to support strategic planning, market entry, portfolio prioritization, and risk management in the crude oil landscape in Argentina.
The report combines market sizing with trade intelligence and price analytics for Argentina. It covers both historical performance and the forward outlook to 2035, allowing you to compare cycles, structural shifts, and policy impacts.
This report provides a consistent view of market size, trade balance, prices, and per-capita indicators for Argentina. The profile highlights demand structure and trade position, enabling benchmarking against regional and global peers.
The analysis is built on a multi-source framework that combines official statistics, trade records, company disclosures, and expert validation. Data are standardized, reconciled, and cross-checked to ensure consistency across time series.
All data are normalized to a common product definition and mapped to a consistent set of codes. This ensures that comparisons across time are aligned and actionable.
The forecast horizon extends to 2035 and is based on a structured model that links crude oil demand and supply to macroeconomic indicators, trade patterns, and sector-specific drivers. The model captures both cyclical and structural factors and reflects known policy and technology shifts in Argentina.
Each projection is built from national historical patterns and the broader regional context, allowing the report to show where growth is concentrated and where risks are elevated.
Prices are analyzed in detail, including export and import unit values, regional spreads, and changes in trade costs. The report highlights how seasonality, freight rates, exchange rates, and supply disruptions influence pricing and margins.
Key producers, exporters, and distributors are profiled with a focus on their operational scale, geographic footprint, product mix, and market positioning. This helps identify competitive pressure points, partnership opportunities, and routes to differentiation.
This report is designed for manufacturers, distributors, importers, wholesalers, investors, and advisors who need a clear, data-driven picture of crude oil dynamics in Argentina.
The market size aggregates consumption and trade data, presented in both value and volume terms.
The projections combine historical trends with macroeconomic indicators, trade dynamics, and sector-specific drivers.
Yes, it includes export and import unit values, regional spreads, and a pricing outlook to 2035.
The report benchmarks market size, trade balance, prices, and per-capita indicators for Argentina.
Yes, it highlights demand hotspots, trade routes, pricing trends, and competitive context.
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