Paraguay country risk 143bp vs Argentina 939bp despite crisis

Paraguay's country risk stands at 143 basis points despite financial and political turmoil, while Argentina's is 939 basis points despite fiscal surplus and reserve purchases. The divergence reflects market perceptions of institutional stability and policy credibility, not just current fundamentals. This highlights the premium markets place on governance and predictability over short-term fiscal metrics.

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