Argentina: On-Foot Index rises to 72.6, wage growth lags inflation

Argentina's On-Foot Index, a measure of economic hardship, rose from 61.8 in April to 72.6 in October, indicating persistent consumer strain despite slight improvements in food security. Formal salaries have only matched inflation, and expectations for improvement have moderated, suggesting limited near-term relief for households.

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