A controversial economic overhaul in Argentina has sparked sharp divisions after a week of implementation, with supporters praising bold reforms while critics warn of deepening social fractures. Observers describe the shift as transformative, though its long-term impact on stability and public welfare remains uncertain. The rapid pace of change has left many questioning whether the benefits will outweigh the costs for ordinary citizens. Firsthand accounts reveal a country grappling with both optimism and growing unease over the direction of its economy.
After a week in Buenos Aires, I found Milei’s economic revolution is real—and deeply divisive.
