A recent report from CIPER Chile examines the persistence of structural poverty in Chile, moving beyond discussions of methodological changes in its measurement. The analysis focuses on how poverty remains deeply rooted despite shifts in government and economic approaches, particularly during the presidency of José Antonio Kast. It suggests that simply refining how poverty is defined doesn’t address the underlying systemic issues that cause it. The report implies that Kast’s administration has not fundamentally altered the conditions leading to widespread poverty. CIPER’s investigation moves beyond statistics to explore the lived realities of those affected. Ultimately, the article calls for a deeper understanding of the structural factors driving inequality in Chile and critiques a focus solely on quantifying poverty without addressing its core causes. This analysis indicates a need for more comprehensive policy interventions.