There is a growing disparity between official inflation data from Argentina's Indec and the public's perception of economic conditions, highlighted by Marco Lavagna's recent resignation.
The recent resignation of Marco Lavagna from Indec has reignited discussions about the disparity between official economic statistics and the real experiences of Argentine households. While the Minister of Economy, Luis Caputo, claims that inflation for January will be around 2.5%, public sentiment reflects a different reality, suggesting that many believe inflation to be much higher. This divergence raises concerns about the validity of the official statistics and the ability of the government to manage economic perceptions effectively.
The situation is further complicated by the government's decision to delay the release of new Consumer Price Index (CPI) data, a move they argue is to avoid creating confusion or
