Changes in Leadership at Banco Nación Following New Presidential Appointment
In a significant turn of events, the national government has appointed Dario Wasserman as the new president of Banco Nación. Following this appointment, changes to the bank’s board of directors have taken shape with the introduction of José Luis Pérsico as a new director.
Official Appointments and Resignations
In an announcement made through Decree 20/2026, published in the Official Gazette, President Javier Milei and Minister of Economy Luis Caputo confirmed that Pérsico will officially assume his role on January 7, 2026, serving until January 1, 2028. Concurrently, they accepted the resignation of outgoing director Solana Agustina Pelayo effective December 9, 2025.
The restructuring comes on the heels of Wasserman’s appointment, signaling a new management direction for Banco Nación. Among the planned initiatives is the proposal to transform Banco Nación into a public limited company, a process currently pending legal review.
Wasserman’s Leadership and Vision
Wasserman’s official role was formalized through Decree 903/2025, emphasized by the government’s intention to consolidate the progressive policies initiated during Milei’s administration. The announcement from the presidency remarked that “the bank returned to working as a bank,” indicating a renewed focus on private lending and a reduction in public funding.
Under the previous management of Daniel Tillard and now Wasserman, Banco Nación has reportedly granted over 20,000 mortgage loans, boosting the bank’s market share from 12% to 18%.
Wasserman’s Background and Future Prospects
Wasserman brings considerable experience to Banco Nación, particularly from his previous roles in mutual guarantee companies (SGR), which play a critical role in financing small to medium enterprises—a key focus for the bank.
His tenure at Móvil SGR from 2020 to 2023 and at Garantizar SGR has garnered him accolades, including multiple awards for excellence in workplace and technological modernization. His leadership is characterized by strong ties within the “Iron Triangle,” enhancing affiliations with political and business leaders crucial for fostering growth in Argentina’s financial landscape.
Moving forward, Wasserman’s leadership, along with the new appointments, could signal a transformative period for Banco Nación as it aims to re-establish its role in the Argentine economy.