PERU · ECONOMY Key Facts —What happened: Peru’s internal demand grew 5.2 percent in the second quarter of 2026, the economy ministry

Peru mining employment averaged 291,044 direct jobs in June 2026, up 11.1% year on year, the mines ministry said, with Arequipa leading regional hiring.

PERU · ECONOMY Key Facts —What happened: Peru’s internal demand grew 5.2 percent in the second quarter of 2026, the economy ministry

Analysts say Peru mining investment could double to US$10 billion a year if new legislative powers unlock stalled projects and cut red tape.