Farming and Building Lead Peru’s Surprising Economic Expansion in 2025
Peru’s economy grew 3.13% between January and May 2025, according to official government data. Over the year ending
July 16, 2025Section
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Peruvian Sol Holds Firm as Fundamentals Support Cautious Trading
Market data from the past twenty-four hours shows the Peruvian sol held steady against the U.S. dollar. Authorities report
July 16, 2025
India Seeks Long-Term Critical Mineral Partnerships with Chile and Peru Amid Supply Risks
India is racing to lock in long-term copper and rare earth supplies as its factories, power grids, and electric vehicle...
July 15, 2025
Chile Holds Lead, but Latin America’s Competitiveness Race Tightens
Chile remains the most competitive country in Latin America in 2025, according to the latest ADEN Competitiveness
July 15, 2025
Peru Holds Rates Steady as Copper Faces U.S. Tariff and Local Blockades
Peru’s central bank kept its key interest rate at 4.5% in July 2025, signaling caution as the country faces growing...
July 11, 2025
Peru Says No to Funding Brazil-Pacific Railway as China Invests in Chancay Port
Peru’s government has clearly stated it will not pay for or take part in a planned railway that would connect...
July 10, 2025
U.S. Copper Tariff Forces Peru to Rethink Its Trade Strategy
Peru, the world’s third-largest copper producer, exported $23.45 billion worth of copper in 2024. Only about $705 million
July 10, 2025
Peru’s Formal Job Market Grows, But Many Still Left Behind
Peru’s government reports that formal jobs increased by 5.5% from January to April 2025. President Dina Boluarte points
July 8, 2025
Peru’s Companies in 2025: Reputation and Risk Take Center Stage
Peruvian businesses in mid-2025 are focusing on reputation, risk, and practical improvements. A recent Corporate Excellence study
July 7, 2025