News of economic crisis

Purchasing power loss slumps to levels not seen since 2001 crisis

28-11-2024 00:06 Soaring utility bills and basic shopping-basket prices have eroded the capacity of families to buy everyday goods. Minimum wage has fallen 28% in terms of purchasing power over last 12 months, UBA report finds.

The Odyssey: Making it to the end of the month amid runaway prices

07-09-2023 12:56 Six Argentines share tips on living with inflation and coping with escalating prices. Recipes for trying to reach the end of the month are very varied, ranging from cutting back on car insurance, not buying clothes, wrapping up to save on gas or disposing of assets to cover debts. Many employees, including skilled workers, don’t manage to reach the end of the month, or at least not without taking on a little debt.

by Agustina Bordigoni