Peru’s Mining Exports Surge 11.5% in 2024, Reaching Record $47.7 Billion
Peru’s mining exports soared to a record $47.7 billion in 2024, marking an impressive 11.5% growth compared to 2023
February 28, 2025Section
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Ecuador Strengthens Regional Energy Role with Electricity Exports to Peru
Ecuador exported 37.15 megawatts (MW) of electricity to northern Peru on February 24 and 25 2025 according to Primicias. Analysis...
February 27, 2025
China Strengthens Its Role as a Leading Investor in Peru
China has solidified its position as one of Peru’s most significant foreign investors, with investments totaling $27.9 billion by the...
February 25, 2025
Peru Poised to Become Latin America’s Second-Fastest Growing Economy in 2025
Peru is projected to achieve 4% GDP growth in 2025 positioning it as Latin America’s second-fastest growing economy. Analysis from...
February 24, 2025
Telefónica Exits Latin America Markets to Cut Debt
Telefónica Spain’s telecom titan launches a sweeping asset sale targeting up to $2.81 billion reports Diario Expansión. Analysis from The...
February 20, 2025
FlixBus Targets Latin America’s Bus Boom with Bold Expansion
The German transport giant FlixBus expands into Peru, its fourth Latin American market, as announced by CEO André Schwämmlein on...
February 20, 2025
Peru Reports $23.8 Billion Trade Surplus in 2024 as Exports Surge
Peru achieved a $23.821 billion trade surplus in 2024 significantly exceeding the $17.678 billion recorded in 2023. Analysis from The...
February 18, 2025
Why Peru Leads the Region in Labor Informality and What It Means for Growth
Peru tops Latin America in informal employment as the region's average fell to 47.6% in mid-2024. See what's driving the...
February 14, 2025
Peru Maintains Interest Rate at 4.75% Amid Inflation Control and Steady Growth
The Central Reserve Bank of Peru (BCRP) held its benchmark interest rate at 4.75% in February 2025, following a reduction...
February 14, 2025