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Milei's Austerity Sparks Inflation Decline but Raises Poverty Rates in Argentina

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Milei's Austerity Sparks Inflation Decline but Raises Poverty Rates in Argentina

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  • **President Javier Milei** implements significant spending cuts resulting in lower inflation but rising poverty levels.
  • Since taking office, **government spending** has decreased by 30%, leading to a fiscal surplus and inflation dropping to a four-year low of **2.4%**.
  • Despite inflation improvements, **poverty rates** have surged to **53%** in early 2024, with extreme poverty affecting over **6 million** people.
  • Milei's economic policies, while stabilizing finances, have resulted in a punishing recession, increased unemployment, and real wage declines.
  • Concerns grow over the **sustainability** of these economic changes, with experts warning of potential long-term crises if capital controls are not addressed.

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