Michael Stott

In this discussion, Michael Stott, the Financial Times' Latin America editor, delves into the unusual U.S. proposal to aid Argentina amidst its economic strife. He explores the flamboyant Javier Milei's anarcho-capitalist policies and their implications. The conversation covers Argentina's strained peso, the historical context of Peronism, and how U.S. support might affect domestic politics. They also touch on the broader perspectives of U.S. banks and hedge funds, raising questions about the sustainability of Milei's regime with this potential lifeline.