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Naranja X
Legal namestring
Tarjeta Naranja S.A.U.
Websiteurl
naranjax.com
Company typeenum
Private
Founded yearint
2019
Operating statusenum
Operating
Ownership categoryenum
Headcount rangeband
1,001–5,000
akta.pro rankint
HeadquartersBuenos Aires, Argentina
HQ citystring
Buenos Aires
HQ countrystring
Argentina
HQ regionstring
Latin America
Markets served

Serves global market

Offices2 records

Each record includes

City, Country, Type, Description, Source

Keyword5 values
digital banking services, consumer credit cards, mobile payments, personal loans, fintech wallet
Industry4 codes
1Buy Now, Pay Later (BNPL) Platforms
CodeBPAMAFAGPrimaryYes
2Issuer/Network-Led Installments (Card-Based Pay-Over-Time)
CodeFSAGAIABPrimaryNo
3Merchant-Integrated BNPL (Online Checkout)
CodeFSAKACAAPrimaryNo
4BNPL Card / Virtual Card Programs
CodeFSAKACACPrimaryNo
NAICS code3 codes
  • Credit Card Issuing522210
  • Credit Card Issuing52221
  • Sales Financing52222
SIC code2 codes
  • Personal Credit Institutions6141
  • Short-Term Business Credit Institutions6153
Product category
Consumer Digital Banking
GTM motion2 records

Each record includes

Type, Description, Source

Revenue model5 records
1Card Transaction Fees (Interchange)
TypeTransaction Fee
Description

Merchant discount rates charged on credit and debit card transactions. Commerce partners pay fees when customers pay with Naranja X cards at their terminals or via QR codes.

naranjax.com
2Credit Card Interest
TypeSubscription Recurring
Description

Interest income from revolving credit balances and installment financing. Customers who do not pay their full statement balance incur interest charges. TNA ranges from 84.81% to 141% depending on financing plan.

naranjax.com
3Personal Loan Interest
TypeSubscription Recurring
Description

Interest income from personal loans and Cuotas sin tarjeta financing. Offered through Naranja Digital Compañía Financiera S.A.U. and Tarjeta Naranja S.A.U. TNA ranges from 55% to 141%.

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4Plan Turbo Subscription
TypeSubscription Recurring
Description

Monthly subscription fee (replacing former maintenance fee) that provides customers with discount benefits including supermarket cashback, service payment rebates, and travel discounts. Only charged when customer uses their card.

naranjax.com
5Dólar MEP Commission
TypeTransaction Fee
Description

1% commission charged on Dólar MEP (brokered dollar) transactions through SBS Trading S.A. partnership

naranjax.com
Marketing channels6 records

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Title, Type, Stage, Description, Source

Distribution channels6 records

Each record includes

Title, Type, Scope, Target buyer, Description, Source

Cost components5 values
Technology or R&D, Personnel, Marketing or Sales, Operations, Infrastructure
Pricing details5 tiers
1Plan Turbo subscription replacing former card maintenance fee
ModelSubscriptionBilling cadenceMonthly
Notes

Monthly subscription fee that appears in credit card statement. Only charged when customer uses their card. Provides 25% off supermarkets (weekly cap $8,000), 25% off services/recharges (monthly cap $4,000), 25% off Viajes Naranja X (monthly cap $40,000), and surprise Flash Promo discounts.

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2Plan Z - 3 cuotas cero interés financing
ModelHybridBilling cadenceMonthly
Notes

CFT 0%, TNA 0%, TEA 0% for 1, 2, or 3 installments. Allows customers to decide payment installments at month-end. Longer installment options (2,3,6,9 cuotas) carry CFT TEA 167.70%, TNA 84.81%, TEA 126.94%.

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3Personal loans from Naranja Digital
ModelUsage-basedBilling cadencePay-as-you-go
Notes

TNA from 55% (min) to 141% (max). CFTEA from 91.11% to 392.94%. Loan amounts from $10,000 to $12,000,000 (subject to credit approval). Repayment in up to 48 fixed installments.

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4Remunerated account TNA
ModelUsage-basedBilling cadencePay-as-you-go
Notes

Base TNA for savings account. Tope maximum for TNA earnings: $1,000,000. Frascos (savings jars) offer up to 19% TNA for 28-day terms.

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5Dólar MEP operation
ModelTransaction based/ take rateBilling cadencePay-as-you-go
Notes

1% commission charged by SBS Trading S.A. on all Dólar MEP buy/sell operations. Minimum operation: USD 5.

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GTM typeB2C
B2C
Offering typeServices
Services
Brand1 of 11 records shown
1Naranja X Virtual
Description

Virtual credit card for online purchases, available instantly in the app with dynamic CVV

naranjax.com
+10 more records
Core offering1 text field

Naranja X operates a mobile-first consumer digital banking platform that provides free peso and dollar accounts, credit and debit cards (Visa/Mastercard), virtual credit cards with dynamic CVV, installment financing via Plan Z, personal loans, goal-based savings (Frascos), fixed-term deposits (Frasco Fijo), Dólar MEP trading, insurance, travel booking, and merchant payment acceptance (POS, QR, NFC Tap, PIX). Revenue is generated through interest on revolving credit and loans, merchant interchange fees, the Plan Turbo subscription plan, and commissions on dollar operations.

Differentiator
Functional benefit
Problem solved
Quantifiable outcome1 of 5 values shown
  • Up to 19% TNA on Frascos savings for 28-day terms
+4 more records
Product overview1 text field

Naranja X is a comprehensive Argentine fintech operating as a multi-product digital banking platform, combining a mobile-first consumer app with merchant-facing solutions. The core platform centers on the Naranja X digital account/wallet offering free peso and dollar accounts, credit and debit cards (Naranja X, Visa, and Mastercard brands), and the free virtual credit card for instant online use. The product portfolio extends across five interconnected pillars: (1) Credit products including Plan Z 0% interest installments, Pago Flex flexible financing, and secured/add-on cards; (2) Personal loans and BNPL-style Cuotas sin Tarjeta for both consumers and monotributistas; (3) Savings and investments via the interest-bearing account, Frascos flexible savings jars (7-28 days), and Frasco Fijo fixed-term deposits (30-180 days); (4) Dollar operations including Dólar MEP via SBS Trading S.A. integration, Dólar Oficial, and a commission-free dollar account; and (5) Merchant solutions comprising business accounts, POS terminals, QR code, TAP, and PIX payment collection, plus Plan Z Negocio for merchant installment acceptance. Subscription plans (Plan Turbo and Plan Épico) add value through cashback on groceries, services, and travel. The ecosystem is completed by insurance products (auto, motorcycle, cell phone), the Viajes Naranja X travel platform, entertainment ticketing with 0% interest installments, and football sponsorships tied to promotional campaigns like the World Cup 2026 Convocados.

Product and service9 records
1Naranja X App (Digital Account/Wallet)
CategoryDigital Banking Platform
Description

Mobile-first digital banking platform offering a free peso-denominated checking account, money transfers 24/7, QR payments, bill payment for 4,000+ services, mobile/airtime recharges, and balance management through a smartphone application available on iOS and Android.

2Naranja X Credit Card
CategoryCredit Card
Description

Standard Naranja X-branded credit card with no issuance cost, accepted at over 280,000 merchants, with 0% interest installment plans via Plan Z, promotional offers on Viajes Naranja X, free additional cards for family members, and international purchasing capability.

3Naranja X Visa Credit Card
CategoryCredit Card
Description

Visa-branded credit card enabling purchases in Argentina and abroad, including 100% OFF on transport, dollar-denominated purchases, and Google Pay integration for contactless payment.

4Naranja X Mastercard Credit Card
CategoryCredit Card
Description

Mastercard-branded credit card with international acceptance, enabling purchases both domestically and abroad in dollars.

5Naranja X Virtual Credit Card
CategoryVirtual Credit Card
Description

Instantly available digital credit card issued within the app, featuring a dynamic CVV that refreshes every 2 minutes for enhanced security, enabling immediate online purchases without waiting for physical card delivery.

6Naranja X Visa Debit Card
CategoryDebit Card
Description

Free Visa debit card linked to the Naranja X account balance, featuring contactless (NFC) payments, free cash withdrawals at Naranja X branches and partner merchants, and a daily withdrawal limit of ARS 70,000.

7Cuenta en Pesos (Peso Account)
CategoryChecking Account
Description

Free peso-denominated digital checking account with CBU/CVU for transfers, QR payments, bill payment for 4,000+ services, and mobile/airtime recharges.

8Cuenta en Dólares (Dollar Account)
CategoryForeign Currency Account
Description

Free dollar-denominated account with no maintenance fees, enabling USD transfers within Argentina, international purchases via debit card, and Dólar MEP/official dollar operations.

9Cuenta Remunerada (Interest-Bearing Account)
Scale indicator4 records

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Type, Value, Description, Source

Partnership5 partners
Strategic tierCoreTypeTechnology or IntegrationAnnounced on2025-05-01
Description

Collaborative fraud-prevention network that assesses transaction risk on the receiving side before money leaves sender's account. Naranja X is a founding member alongside ANZ, Commonwealth Bank of Australia, National Australia Bank, Suncorp Bank, Westpac, Banco Galicia, and Santander.

Strategic tierCoreTypeTechnology or Integration
Description

Registered Agent of Liquidation and Compensation (Agente de Liquidación y Compensación) registered with the National Securities Commission (CNV). Provides Dólar MEP (brokered dollar) trading functionality through Naranja X app, allowing customers to buy and sell dollars via bond market operations.

3Liga Profesional de Fútbol (Argentine Football League)
Strategic tierFlagshipTypeGTM or Marketing Partner
Description

Official sponsor of the Argentine professional football league. Enables football-themed promotions, Anti-FiXture contests, MANGOAT campaigns, and match-day promotional activities across the league.

naranjax.com
Strategic tierMinorTypeOthers
Description

Co-founding member of BioCatch Trust fraud-prevention network alongside Naranja X and other major Argentine and Australian banks.

Strategic tierMinorTypeOthers
Description

Co-founding member of BioCatch Trust fraud-prevention network alongside Naranja X and other major Argentine and Australian banks.

Recent move6 records

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Date, Type, Title, Description, Source

Expansion highlight6 records

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Type, Description

Market position
Strengths5 records

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Headline, Details, Source

Weaknesses5 records

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Headline, Details, Source

Competitive moat7 records

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Type, Details

Key risks6 records

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Headline, Details, Source

Key highlights7 records

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Headline, Details, Source

Customer concentration

Classification, Details

Named customers1 record

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Name, Industry, Type, Use case, Source, UUID

Segment4 records

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Title, Type, Primary, Description, Pain point addressed, Use case, Source

Ideal customer profile4 records

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Profile, Firmographic size, Sales motion, Sales cycle length, Buying structure, Purchase trigger, Buyer persona, Geography, Industry vertical, Primary use case, Description, Pain points, Evidence proof points, Target buyer

Technology focused
Yes
API detail
Has APIbool
No

Docs URL, Description

Integration5 records

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Title, Type, Description, Source

AI maturity
App detail

Has app

Feature5 records

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Title, Differentiator, Description, Source

Core technology
Revenue estimate
Valuation estimate
Number of profiles
Profiles2 records

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Name, Designation, Designation category, Overview, Profile commentary, Source

No data
No data
Funding overview

Funding stage, Last funding date, Total funding USD

Funding rounds

Each record includes

Round, Amount USD, Date, Pre money valuation, Total investors, Investors, News

Investors

Each record includes

Name, Type, Date of entry, Rounds participated, Website

Funding detail is available on the Subscription and Enterprise plan.Contact sales →

M&A

Each record includes

Name, Acquisition type, Announced date, Completed date, Status, Website, News

Investment

Each record includes

Name, Round, Announced date, Lead investor, Website, News

M&A and investment is available on the Subscription and Enterprise plan.Contact sales →

Naranja X

Consumer Digital Bankingnaranjax.com

Naranja X firmographics

Firmographics
Name
Naranja X
Legal name
Tarjeta Naranja S.A.U.
Website
https://naranjax.com
Company type
Private
Founded year
2019
Operating status
Operating
Headcount range
1,001–5,000 employees
Ownership category
akta.pro rank

Naranja X industry classification

Industry
Product category
Consumer Digital Banking
NAICS
Credit Card Issuing (522210), Credit Card Issuing (52221), Sales Financing (52222)
SIC
Personal Credit Institutions (6141), Short-Term Business Credit Institutions (6153)
akta.pro primary industry
Buy Now, Pay Later (BNPL) Platforms (BPAMAFAG)
akta.pro secondary industries
Issuer/Network-Led Installments (Card-Based Pay-Over-Time) (FSAGAIAB), Merchant-Integrated BNPL (Online Checkout) (FSAKACAA), BNPL Card / Virtual Card Programs (FSAKACAC)

Keywords

  • Digital banking services
  • Consumer credit cards
  • Mobile payments
  • Personal loans
  • Fintech wallet

Where Naranja X is headquartered

Location

Headquarters

HQ city
Buenos Aires
HQ country
Argentina
HQ region
Latin America

Offices2 records

Markets served

Naranja X business model

Business model
GTM type
B2C
Offering type
Services
Cost components
Technology or R&D, Personnel, Marketing or Sales, Operations, Infrastructure

Revenue model

  1. Card Transaction Fees (Interchange): Merchant discount rates charged on credit and debit card transactions. Commerce partners pay fees when customers pay with Naranja X cards at their terminals or via QR codes.
  2. Credit Card Interest: Interest income from revolving credit balances and installment financing. Customers who do not pay their full statement balance incur interest charges. TNA ranges from 84.81% to 141% depending on financing plan.
  3. Personal Loan Interest: Interest income from personal loans and Cuotas sin tarjeta financing. Offered through Naranja Digital Compañía Financiera S.A.U. and Tarjeta Naranja S.A.U. TNA ranges from 55% to 141%.
  4. Plan Turbo Subscription: Monthly subscription fee (replacing former maintenance fee) that provides customers with discount benefits including supermarket cashback, service payment rebates, and travel discounts. Only charged when customer uses their card.
  5. Dólar MEP Commission: 1% commission charged on Dólar MEP (brokered dollar) transactions through SBS Trading S.A. partnership

Pricing tiers

ModelBillingPrice
SubscriptionMonthlyPlan Turbo subscription replacing former card maintenance fee
HybridMonthlyPlan Z - 3 cuotas cero interés financing
Usage-basedPay-as-you-goPersonal loans from Naranja Digital
Usage-basedPay-as-you-goRemunerated account TNA
Transaction based/ take ratePay-as-you-goDólar MEP operation

Go-to-market motion2 records

Distribution channels6 records

Marketing channels6 records

Naranja X product offering

Product offering

Core offering

Naranja X operates a mobile-first consumer digital banking platform that provides free peso and dollar accounts, credit and debit cards (Visa/Mastercard), virtual credit cards with dynamic CVV, installment financing via Plan Z, personal loans, goal-based savings (Frascos), fixed-term deposits (Frasco Fijo), Dólar MEP trading, insurance, travel booking, and merchant payment acceptance (POS, QR, NFC Tap, PIX). Revenue is generated through interest on revolving credit and loans, merchant interchange fees, the Plan Turbo subscription plan, and commissions on dollar operations.

Product overview

Naranja X is a comprehensive Argentine fintech operating as a multi-product digital banking platform, combining a mobile-first consumer app with merchant-facing solutions. The core platform centers on the Naranja X digital account/wallet offering free peso and dollar accounts, credit and debit cards (Naranja X, Visa, and Mastercard brands), and the free virtual credit card for instant online use. The product portfolio extends across five interconnected pillars: (1) Credit products including Plan Z 0% interest installments, Pago Flex flexible financing, and secured/add-on cards; (2) Personal loans and BNPL-style Cuotas sin Tarjeta for both consumers and monotributistas; (3) Savings and investments via the interest-bearing account, Frascos flexible savings jars (7-28 days), and Frasco Fijo fixed-term deposits (30-180 days); (4) Dollar operations including Dólar MEP via SBS Trading S.A. integration, Dólar Oficial, and a commission-free dollar account; and (5) Merchant solutions comprising business accounts, POS terminals, QR code, TAP, and PIX payment collection, plus Plan Z Negocio for merchant installment acceptance. Subscription plans (Plan Turbo and Plan Épico) add value through cashback on groceries, services, and travel. The ecosystem is completed by insurance products (auto, motorcycle, cell phone), the Viajes Naranja X travel platform, entertainment ticketing with 0% interest installments, and football sponsorships tied to promotional campaigns like the World Cup 2026 Convocados.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Brands

  • Naranja X Virtual: Virtual credit card for online purchases, available instantly in the app with dynamic CVV
  • Plan Z
  • Plan Turbo
  • Plan Épico
  • Frascos
  • Frascos Fijos
  • Pago Flex
  • Viajes Naranja X
  • Convocados
  • Naranja X Visa
  • Naranja X Mastercard

Products and services

  • Naranja X App (Digital Account/Wallet) Mobile-first digital banking platform offering a free peso-denominated checking account, money transfers 24/7, QR payments, bill payment for 4,000+ services, mobile/airtime recharges, and balance management through a smartphone application available on iOS and Android.
  • Naranja X Credit Card Standard Naranja X-branded credit card with no issuance cost, accepted at over 280,000 merchants, with 0% interest installment plans via Plan Z, promotional offers on Viajes Naranja X, free additional cards for family members, and international purchasing capability.
  • Naranja X Visa Credit Card Visa-branded credit card enabling purchases in Argentina and abroad, including 100% OFF on transport, dollar-denominated purchases, and Google Pay integration for contactless payment.
  • Naranja X Mastercard Credit Card Mastercard-branded credit card with international acceptance, enabling purchases both domestically and abroad in dollars.
  • Naranja X Virtual Credit Card Instantly available digital credit card issued within the app, featuring a dynamic CVV that refreshes every 2 minutes for enhanced security, enabling immediate online purchases without waiting for physical card delivery.
  • Naranja X Visa Debit Card Free Visa debit card linked to the Naranja X account balance, featuring contactless (NFC) payments, free cash withdrawals at Naranja X branches and partner merchants, and a daily withdrawal limit of ARS 70,000.
  • Cuenta en Pesos (Peso Account) Free peso-denominated digital checking account with CBU/CVU for transfers, QR payments, bill payment for 4,000+ services, and mobile/airtime recharges.
  • Cuenta en Dólares (Dollar Account) Free dollar-denominated account with no maintenance fees, enabling USD transfers within Argentina, international purchases via debit card, and Dólar MEP/official dollar operations.
  • Cuenta Remunerada (Interest-Bearing Account)

Quantifiable outcome

  • Up to 19% TNA on Frascos savings for 28-day terms
  • +4 more outcomes

Companies that use Naranja X

Customer profile

Named customers1 record

Segments4 records

Ideal customer profiles4 records

Naranja X technology and API

Technology

Technology focussed Yes

API detail

Has API
No
API docs
API detail

Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

Integration5 records

Feature5 records

Naranja X partnerships and signals

Strategic signal

Partnerships

Five partnerships are on record, tiered core, flagship and minor.

  • BioCatch TrustcoreTechnology or Integration · 1 May 2025Collaborative fraud-prevention network that assesses transaction risk on the receiving side before money leaves sender's account. Naranja X is a founding member alongside ANZ, Commonwealth Bank of Australia, National Australia Bank, Suncorp Bank, Westpac, Banco Galicia, and Santander.
  • SBS Trading S.A.coreTechnology or IntegrationRegistered Agent of Liquidation and Compensation (Agente de Liquidación y Compensación) registered with the National Securities Commission (CNV). Provides Dólar MEP (brokered dollar) trading functionality through Naranja X app, allowing customers to buy and sell dollars via bond market operations.
  • Liga Profesional de Fútbol (Argentine Football League)flagshipGTM or Marketing PartnerOfficial sponsor of the Argentine professional football league. Enables football-themed promotions, Anti-FiXture contests, MANGOAT campaigns, and match-day promotional activities across the league.
  • Banco GaliciaminorOthersCo-founding member of BioCatch Trust fraud-prevention network alongside Naranja X and other major Argentine and Australian banks.
  • Santander ArgentinaminorOthersCo-founding member of BioCatch Trust fraud-prevention network alongside Naranja X and other major Argentine and Australian banks.

Scale indicators4 records

Recent moves6 records

Expansion highlights6 records

Naranja X competitors and assessment

Company assessment

Market position

Strengths5 records

Weaknesses5 records

Competitive moat7 records

Key risks6 records

Key highlights7 records

Customer concentration

Naranja X social profiles

Digital presence

Naranja X financial estimates

Financial estimate

Revenue estimate

Valuation estimate

Naranja X leadership team

Management profile

Number of profiles

Profiles2 records

Naranja X funding detail

Funding detail

Funding overview

Funding rounds

Investors

Funding detail is available on the Subscription and Enterprise plan.Contact sales →

Naranja X M&A and investment

M&A and investment

M&A

Investments

M&A and investment is available on the Subscription and Enterprise plan.Contact sales →

Frequently asked questions about Naranja X

What does Naranja X do?

Naranja X operates a mobile-first consumer digital banking platform that provides free peso and dollar accounts, credit and debit cards (Visa/Mastercard), virtual credit cards with dynamic CVV, installment financing via Plan Z, personal loans, goal-based savings (Frascos), fixed-term deposits (Frasco Fijo), Dólar MEP trading, insurance, travel booking, and merchant payment acceptance (POS, QR, NFC Tap, PIX). Revenue is generated through interest on revolving credit and loans, merchant interchange fees, the Plan Turbo subscription plan, and commissions on dollar operations.

Is Naranja X a public or private company?

Naranja X is a private company. It is classified as unknown and is currently operating.

When was Naranja X founded?

Naranja X was founded in 2019. It employs 1,001 to 5,000 people.

Where is Naranja X based?

Naranja X is headquartered in Buenos Aires, Argentina, in the Latin America region.

How does Naranja X make money?

Five revenue lines are on record. Card Transaction Fees (Interchange) is the primary driver. The others are credit Card Interest, personal Loan Interest, plan Turbo Subscription and Dólar MEP Commission.

Does Naranja X have an API?

No public API is recorded for Naranja X.

What industry is Naranja X in?

Naranja X's product category is Consumer Digital Banking. Its primary akta.pro industry code is BPAMAFAG, Buy Now, Pay Later (BNPL) Platforms, with a secondary code of FSAGAIAB, Issuer/Network-Led Installments (Card-Based Pay-Over-Time). Its NAICS code is 522210 and its SIC code is 6141.

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Live signals
AmbitoUn estudio revela que el manejo del dinero genera conflictos en más del 30% de las parejas y familiasA Focus Market survey of 3,850 people found over 30% of couples and families face money-related conflicts, with 34% avoiding claims to prevent disputes. Seven of ten do not earn on fixed expenses, and Naranja X introduced a shared account tool to organize household funds.LA NACIONTalentos “AI Native”: cómo es el programa que permite trabajar en tres empresas en 18 mesesUnilever, Naranja X, Seeds, and Disney present the second Fuera de Serie program, where participants rotate through three companies over 18 months. The call targets AI-native talent, with applications open September 21 to October 2. The program aims to expose candidates to different industries and real projects.AmbitoNaranja X lanza la primera "Cuenta Compartida" remunerada del país para grupos de hasta 10 personasNaranja X launched 'Cuenta Compartida', the first remunerated shared account in Argentina for groups of up to 10 people. The product lets groups manage a common pool with QR payments, daily interest, and task management. It will be rolled out progressively to users.Ambito¿Cuánto cuesta sacar dólares de un cajero en el exterior?Traditional Argentine banks impose significantly higher fees on international cash withdrawals, with charges potentially reaching 15% of the withdrawn amount according to Central Bank data. In contrast, digital wallets like Ualá and Naranja X offer more favorable conditions, often waiving their own commissions, though foreign ATM operators may still apply separate fees. Travelers are advised to compare these varying costs across different financial institutions before departing to minimize expenses.El CronistaEl sistema financiero escaló su tecnología para sostener el boom de usuariosBYMA and Naranja X executives at an Innovation Summit discussed infrastructure investments to support rapid user growth. BYMA processed over 10,000 orders per second, up from 700, and Naranja X grew from 3.3 to 9.5 million clients. BYMA invested $21 million in cloud infrastructure, including agreements with NASDAQ and Amazon.Investing.comGrupo Galicia Q2 2026 slides: profit rises amid Argentina recovery By Investing.comGrupo Financiero Galicia reported second-quarter 2026 results on August 26, 2026, with net income up 12% year-over-year to AR$258 billion, return on equity at 11.3% and return on assets at 2.1%. Banco Galicia contributed AR$158 billion, or 61% of total income, while Naranja X's NPL ratio rose to 19.74%. Management cut full-year loan growth guidance to 10-15% and expects ROE near 10% for 2026.Investing.comGrupo Galicia Q2 2026 slides: profit rises amid Argentina recovery By Investing.comGrupo Financiero Galicia reported second-quarter 2026 results on August 26, 2026, with net income up 12% year-over-year to AR$258 billion, return on equity at 11.3% and return on assets at 2.1%. Banco Galicia contributed AR$158 billion, or 61% of total income, while Naranja X's NPL ratio rose to 19.74%. Management cut full-year loan growth guidance to 10-15% and targeted a group margin of about 17%.LA NACIONPor qué pedir un préstamo en una billetera digital puede costar el doble que en un bancoDigital wallets in Argentina are facing scrutiny for charging interest rates up to 1000% annually, significantly higher than traditional banks, due to higher funding costs and the lack of free deposits. Fintech companies like Mercado Pago, Ualá, and Naranja X justify these rates by citing the higher risk associated with borrowers lacking credit history and increased tax burdens. The Minister of Economy stated that while the practice is financially unwise for lenders, there are no legal barriers preventing them from charging such high rates.El CronistaAumentó de nuevo el colectivo: todos los descuentos para pagar menos de transporte en agostoThe Argentine government will implement a 2% fare increase for nationally regulated bus routes starting August 1, representing the third installment of scheduled increases tied to inflation. The new fares vary by distance and zone, with registered SUBE card users paying significantly lower rates than unregistered passengers. Several banks and digital payment platforms, including Banco Santander, Mercado Pago, Naranja X, and Banco Macro, are offering promotional refunds and discounts ranging from 20% to 100% to help commuters reduce transportation costs in the Buenos Aires metropolitan area.LA NACIONCómo potenciar los vínculos, la profesionalización y la tecnología al servicio del “hacer”At the LA NACION Innovation Summit Chapter 12, marketing and technology executives from Naranja X, Mercedes-Benz Camiones y Buses, and Natura Mercado Sur discussed how companies are leveraging AI and data analytics to personalize customer experiences, enhance creativity, and strengthen client relationships. Mercedes-Benz highlighted a $110 million investment in a new plant incorporating AI-driven automation and fleet management technology, while speakers emphasized that human creativity remains essential to differentiate brands as AI tools become ubiquitous. The panel noted that AI will increasingly influence purchasing decisions through agentic commerce, where AI agents may soon handle transactions on behalf of users based on their stated preferences.