The Central Bank of Peru published the April results of its Macroeconomic Expectations Survey, showing that most indicators of companies’ current conditions improved from March, while business expectations indicators declined but mostly remained in optimistic territory. Overall, 15 of 18 indicators were in the optimistic range, measured against a 50-point neutral threshold, with the three-month economy indicator the exception among the expectations measures. Within the current-conditions readings, the business situation indicator rose to 56.6 in April from 55.6 in March and production increased to 57.1 from 51.2. Sales edged down to 56.4 from 56.5 and purchase orders fell to 54.6 from 56.5, but both remained in optimistic territory. Demand relative to expectations improved to 47.6 from 47.0, remaining below the neutral level.
Central Bank of Peru 2026-05-10
Central Bank of Peru reports April survey showing improved business conditions and 15 of 18 indicators in optimistic territory
The Central Bank of Peru published April results of its Macroeconomic Expectations Survey, reporting improved indicators of companies’ current conditions alongside a decline in business expectations that largely remained in optimistic territory. Overall, 15 of 18 indicators were above the 50-point neutral threshold, with the three-month economy indicator the only expectations measure below this level, while current-condition indicators such as business situation and production strengthened and demand stayed below neutral.