Peru reports 43.6% increase in mining investment to $2.63 billion through May 2026

Peru's Ministry of Energy and Mines reported a significant year-over-year surge in mining capital expenditure, totaling $2.634 billion for the first five months of 2026. The data indicates robust sector growth driven by major operators like Southern Perú and Shougang Hierro Perú, signaling sustained confidence in the country's extractive industry.