Explore, connect, thrive in
the expat community

Expat Life: Local Discoveries, Global Connections

Search results

  1. Man on the Moon

    Economy Argentina's Milei Devalues Peso by 54% in First Batch of Shock Measures - Bloomberg

    Does anyone know how this will affect the blue dollar rate tomorrow?
  2. Man on the Moon

    Is the Expat party in Buenos Aires coming to an end?

    In my view, numerous "shock therapy" initiatives undertaken in Eastern Europe post-communism collapse shared significant similarities. While dollarization wasn't a component, these endeavors centered around the privatization of inefficient state-run enterprises. Examples include the Balcerowicz...
  3. Man on the Moon

    Is the Expat party in Buenos Aires coming to an end?

    I totally agree. The dolar blue/euro blue rates fail to accurately represent the 'true' value against the peso. The strength of USD and EUR has been artificially inflated due to imposed restrictions. It wouldn't be unexpected to see a 40-50% increase in expenses for individuals currently...
  4. Man on the Moon

    Is the Expat party in Buenos Aires coming to an end?

    I frequent steak joints where a steak costs around $7, and I can easily share it with a friend. The bus fare is just six cents to reach the place, and after a satisfying meal, I can either go dancing for $2 US Dollars or attend the opera for under $10—it depends on one's preferences. While Don...
  5. Man on the Moon

    Is the Expat party in Buenos Aires coming to an end?

    Those days were amazing! It did get a bit annoying for a little while but it was still fun being at the crossroads of the chaotic expat planet. Most of the posts then were about where to take relatives in town for a juicy cheap steak.
  6. Man on the Moon

    Is the Expat party in Buenos Aires coming to an end?

    Have you encountered anything resembling a concrete plan? It appears that Milei merely believes eliminating government intervention in the economy and other sectors will miraculously lead to improvement. Moreover, wasn't Macri also aiming to establish a more business-friendly environment? We're...
Back
Top