Clarín

Clarín is a daily newspaper published in Buenos Aires, Argentina. Founded in 1945 by journalist and politician Roberto Noble, it became one of the country’s most prominent and widely read newspapers. It serves as the flagship title of Grupo Clarín, a large multimedia company.

The Clarín Group is one of Argentina’s largest media conglomerates. Its holdings extend beyond the newspaper to television, radio, and online platforms, including the El Trece television channel and various radio stations. The group is controlled by the Noble family and a management team led by executives such as Héctor Magnetto. This multiform presence gives Clarín a significant role in the country’s media landscape.

Clarín covers national and international news, as well as business, sports, culture, and opinion. Its editorial pages have often been described as leaning toward market-oriented economic policies and business interests, while its reporting spans a broad range of topics and viewpoints. The newspaper competes with other major outlets in Argentina, notably La Nación, within a crowded and interconnected press environment.

The newspaper’s online edition, clarin.com, is among Argentina’s most visited news sites and complements its print circulation. Through its affiliated TV, radio, and digital operations, the Clarín Group maintains a broad influence on public discourse and information access in the country.

Throughout its history, Clarín and the Grupo Clarín have faced scrutiny over media concentration and political influence, including public disputes with various governments over media regulation. Despite this, Clarín remains a central source of news for many Argentines and a key player in the country’s media ecosystem.