Bank closure for 48 hours: BCRA confirms suspension of services on May 1 and 2

The Central Bank of the Argentine Republic (BCRA) established a new temporary closure of financial institutions for early May: May 1 (Labor Day, a fixed holiday) and May 2 (a non-working day for tourism purposes). Branches would therefore remain closed without in-person service. This measure aligns with the previously implemented long weekend policy. During these 48 hours, digital channels (home banking, mobile apps) and ATMs would maintain norm…