Commerce Workers in Argentina to Receive Salary Adjustments Through april 2026
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The Federation of Commerce and Services Employees (FAECyS) and Argentina’s leading business chambers have reached an agreement to provide salary improvements for commerce workers through April 2026. The agreement, signed on December 7, 2025, outlines fixed, non-remunerative sums to be paid to employees and includes a review clause for March 2026 to account for economic variations.
Agreement Details & Timeline
The agreement was signed by FAECyS, led by armando Cavalieri, alongside the Argentine Chamber of Commerce and Services (CAC), the Argentine Confederation of Medium Enterprises (CAME), and the union of Argentine Commercial Entities (UDECA). It is valid from July 1, 2025, to April 30, 2026.
Key components of the agreement include:
* December 2025 – March 2026: A fixed, non-remunerative sum of $60,000 argentine pesos will be paid monthly.These payments will be extinguished each month, with the exception of the march 2026 payment, which will be incorporated into base salaries in April 2026.
* Extension of Existing Sum: The existing non-remunerative fixed sum of $40,000 Argentine pesos, originally agreed upon on June 26, 2025, has been extended through March 2026, operating under the same terms.
* March 2026 Review: The parties will convene in March 2026 to review economic conditions and perhaps adjust the agreement based on variations that have occurred. this review aims to ensure the salary adjustments continue to reflect the economic reality.
Regional Specifics
The agreement explicitly states that it will not be binding for salary agreements negotiated in the city of Río Grande, Tierra del Fuego. Though, the agreed-upon amounts will serve as the conventional minimum once approved in that region.
Implications and Future Outlook
This agreement provides a degree of economic stability for commerce workers in Argentina, offering predictable salary adjustments during a period of economic uncertainty. The inclusion of a review clause demonstrates a commitment from both the union and business chambers to adapt to changing economic conditions. The incorporation of the March 2026 payment into base salaries will provide a lasting benefit to workers.
Looking ahead, the March 2026 review will be crucial in determining the future of salary negotiations within the sector. The outcome will likely depend on Argentina’s overall economic performance and inflation rates.
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