Ecuador October sales surge 18% YoY, led by Pastaza and Pichincha

Ecuador's sales in the first two weeks of October reached $11.5 billion, up 18% from 2025 and 30% from 2024, driven by trade and manufacturing. Pastaza leads annual growth at 89%, while Pichincha has the highest sales volume. The data suggests robust domestic economic activity, though sectoral and regional details remain limited.