Argentina Poverty Rises to 32 Percent
Argentina reports its first poverty increase under President Javier Milei as the rate reaches 32.3 percent. Rising economic strains and falling approval among low-income voters challenge the administration ahead of the 2027 election.
Poverty in Argentina reached 32.3% in the first half of 2026, up from 28.2% previously. The increase follows President Javier Milei's successful efforts to curb inflation. The uptick marks the first reversal in poverty rates since the libertarian administration took office, arriving a year before the next presidential election.
