Company: CRESW
Filing Date: 2025-10-24
Form Type: 20-F
Source: 0001654954-25-012195
Chunk: 77

Company: CRESUD INC
Filing Date: 2025-10-24
Form: 20-F
Item: Item 3
Chunk 77
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 the other defendants convicted in the “Vialidad” case, must pay ARS 684,990,350,139.86 as forfeiture and as an ancillary penalty for the crime of fraudulent administration to the detriment of Argentina.

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In August 2025, a political controversy involving allegations of corruption in the procurement of medicines for persons with disabilities created political uncertainty and public scrutiny in Argentina. Leaked audio recordings attributed to Diego Spagnuolo, former director of the National Disability Agency, implicated Karina Milei, sister of President Javier Milei and Secretary General of the Presidency, in authorizing contracts worth approximately USD 19 million with alleged kickbacks of 3–4%. These allegations led to judicial investigations, the filing of criminal complaints and searches of electronic devices. In addition, in October 2025, José Luis Espert, National Deputy for La Libertad Avanza and then a candidate for deputy in the Province of Buenos Aires, was charged in a case for alleged money laundering. The investigation arose from allegations that Espert had received USD 200,000 in 2020 from businessman Federico Machado, who is in detention and subject to an extradition request to the United States on charges related to drug trafficking and money laundering. Espert withdrew his candidacy for the national legislative elections. As of the date of this Annual Report, these proceedings remain ongoing.

As of the date of this Annual Report, there are several ongoing investigations into allegations of money laundering and corruption, which have negatively impacted the Argentine economy and political environment. Depending on the results of these investigations and how long it takes to finalize them, companies involved may be subject to, among other consequences, a decrease in their credit ratings, having claims filed against them by investors in their equity and debt securities, and may further experience restrictions on their access to financing through the capital markets, all of which will likely decrease their income. Additionally, if criminal cases against companies move forward, they may be restricted from rendering services or may face new restrictions due to their customers’ internal policies and procedures. These adverse effects could restrict these companies’ ability to conduct their operating activities and to fulfill their financial obligations.

Recognizing that the failure to address these issues could increase the risk of political instability, distort decision-making processes and adversely affect Argentina’s international reputation and ability to attract foreign investment, the Argentine Government has announced several measures aimed at strengthening Argentina’s institutions and reducing corruption.

These measures include creating a special prosecutor’s office in charge of investigations involving national and provincial officials related to illicit enrichment and asset increases