As of January, there is 46.8% poverty, which represents about 22 million people, according to a study by the Di Tella University. Poverty rose from 38.5% in third quarter of last year to 46.3% in the fourth quarter of 2023.
Inflation in January was 20.6%, but in the poorest regions or provinces the average increase in prices was higher. In January, the poverty basket for an adult was $193,146 and for a typical family it was $596,823, without considering rent.