Monica DeBoll
Senior fellow at the Peterson Institute for International Economics who provides expert analysis on Argentina's monetary system, currency dynamics, and the implications of the U.S. swap line.
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Nov 12, 2025 • 33min
The real reason for the U.S.-Argentina bailout
Monica DeBoll, a Senior Fellow at the Peterson Institute for International Economics, and Natalie Alcoba, an Argentine-Canadian journalist, delve into the complex U.S.-Argentina $20 billion bailout. They explore Argentina's dual-currency system, highlighting its role in economic crises. DeBoll explains the political shocks that led to the recent peso plunge, while Alcoba shares insights on local sentiment and inflation. The discussion also touches on the geopolitical implications of U.S. support and the challenges of dollarization as a solution.
Jan 1, 1970 • 47min
Why Argentina's Javier Milei has the attention of Trump advisors
Natalie Alcoba, an Argentine-Canadian journalist, and Monica DeBoll, a senior fellow at the Peterson Institute, dive into the controversial presidency of Javier Milei. They discuss his drastic cuts to government jobs that dropped inflation but drove up poverty. The duality of Milei's impact is examined, with supporters like Trump's advisors viewing him as a model for reducing government in the U.S. The conversation also touches on Argentina's complex economy, the role of the dollar, and the challenges ahead with the IMF.
