Peru exports surge 33% to $63.5M, mining-led growth

Peru's exports grew 33% year-on-year to US$63.521 million in Jan-Jul 2026, driven by copper and gold, which account for nearly three-quarters of export value. The data indicates strong commodity demand, likely benefiting from elevated metal prices. This reinforces Peru's reliance on mining for external revenue, with implications for fiscal stability and trade balance.