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The Rest of the Story, 2024

Planet Money

CHAPTER

Economic Updates and Mortgage Challenges

This chapter examines Argentina's economic landscape post-election, addressing inflation, the peso's status, and new governmental policies amid public hardship. It also revisits 'zombie mortgages', showcasing the distress faced by homeowners due to aggressive debt collection practices related to long-standing mortgages. The narrative reflects on recent settlements aimed at providing relief while highlighting the ongoing struggles for many still affected.

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