US court rules against Argentina in Aerolíneas Argentinas nationalization lawsuit
A US court has ruled against Argentina in a case brought by Titan Consortium regarding the 2008 nationalization of Aerolíneas Argentinas. The judgment exposes the state to potential liabilities exceeding US$390 million, though the final enforcement mechanism and impact on sovereign debt remain uncertain.
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US Court Upholds $390M Judgment Against Argentina for Aerolíneas Nationalization
A US Court of Appeals has confirmed a ruling against Argentina, mandating a $390 million payment to the Titan Consortium for the 2008 nationalization of Aerolíneas Argentinas. This decision finalizes a long-standing legal dispute, with the plaintiff now permitted to pursue the seizure of Argentine sovereign assets within U.S. jurisdiction. The precise enforcement mechanism and full impact on Argentina's sovereign debt remain uncertain.