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Argentina's inflation soars past 100% mark; 'zero capacity to save,' cry citizens

The first time in decades inflation in Argentina has surged past the 100 mark, hammering salaries and the spending capacity of ordinary citizens. While the situation has pushed up poverty levels in the country by 40%, the crisis has dented the popularity of the current government ahead.