The central bank has made clear it won't let the real appreciate. The real won't strengthen as long as the bank continues to sell contracts and buy dollars.

I personally think it is absurd, but the market is again hostage to the U.S. Nasdaq index. Our problem is a lack of volume.

The bank probably felt the dollar had gained enough in the past days, and it didn't want to put more pressure in the market.

It is quite a big relief, showing that a solution to the Argentine crisis is close.

There were rumors that the government is meeting to raise rates. They're just rumors but it shows the market's state of discomfort with inflation levels.

Telecoms have the biggest weight and the most fat to burn. They're the first to go down.

The stock market had been weak due to the Wall Street performance and concerns about Asian economies. The ratings news helped to push the stocks down slightly, but it wasn't the driving force. For a change, Argentina had no negative influence.

These days Argentina weighs more heavily than anything else and it has become a chronic problem.

Argentina has finally given a sign of tranquility, and the market felt free to rise. Investors also got some good news on our primary budget surplus, which is an important factor for foreigners.

There are a few things worrying the market today, but the most relevant is New York.