The Argentinian economy has been in the doldrums for decades, plagued by poor governance, rampant inflation, punishing debt and other negatives. In a bid to revive the ailing economy, President Javier Milei, who was elected in 2023, has embraced shock therapy, which includes removing price controls and relaxing regulations.
The move has come at heavy social cost, with poverty soaring in the country, but it does appear to be working to some degree. Argentina's GDP is estimated to have shrunk by 3.5% in 2024, falling from $644.51 billion (£514bn) to $604.38 billion (£482bn). However, according to the IMF, it's set to grow by 5% in 2025 as the reforms bear fruit.