The Superintendency of the Securities Market of Peru reported that corporate financing through primary public offerings in the securities market rose sharply in the first four months of 2026. A total of 18 companies completed 29 placements of debt instruments through primary public offerings, raising USD 701.24 million, which was 121% higher than in the same period of 2025. Demand averaged close to twice the amount offered. The debt instruments had maturities ranging from 266 days to 12 years, with issue sizes of up to PEN 300 million, and 98% of the placements were denominated in soles. In April 2026 alone, primary public offerings reached USD 205.6 million, up 51% from USD 135.8 million in April 2025. The SMV said the figures show securities placements through primary public offerings are consolidating as a competitive funding alternative for companies across sectors, supported by regulatory facilities for securities registration and placement.