Argentine assets dip; country risk falls to 485 points

Argentine stocks and bonds declined modestly, with the S&P Merval down 1.9% and bonds off 0.1%, while the wholesale dollar eased to $1,508.50. The country risk index dropped to 485 points, a notable improvement from prior levels, suggesting continued investor confidence despite the pullback. The move appears to be a routine consolidation after recent gains, with no clear catalyst reported.