Lima, October 28, 2026, SPA -- The Lima Chamber of Commerce said Peru's exports are expected to reach $110.794 billion by the end of 2026, up 21.16% from the previous year, driven mainly by strong performance in the mining sector.
Citing estimates from its Institute for Foreign Trade Research and Development, the chamber said mineral exports could reach approximately $79.497 billion, an increase of nearly 32%, accounting for about 72% of total projected exports.
The growth is attributed to higher international metal prices and demand linked to the energy transition, electric mobility, and the development of technological infrastructure. Lead exports are expected to rise by 81%, silver by 50%, gold by 38%, and copper by 29%.
Oil and natural gas exports are also projected to grow by 27%, compared with 15% for the iron, steel, and metal industries and 8% for the chemical sector.
Meanwhile, fisheries exports are expected to decline by approximately 14%, reflecting a 34% drop in fishmeal shipments and a 13% decrease in mollusk exports amid climate-related risks and limited supply.
The chamber stressed the importance of accelerating investment in logistics infrastructure, diversifying export offerings, strengthening risk management, and improving the competitiveness of non-traditional sectors to translate export growth into sustainable development, greater competitiveness, and new economic opportunities for Peruvian businesses.