The Central Bank of Peru published trade balance figures showing a goods trade surplus of USD 8,408 million in the third quarter of 2025, USD 1,381 million higher than in the same period of 2024. The improvement was driven mainly by higher export prices for traditional mining products (gold and copper) and for non-traditional steel and metallurgical and chemical products. The outcome was further supported by higher shipped volumes of non-traditional agricultural and fishing exports, alongside lower import prices for oil and its derivatives and for industrial inputs. Peru recorded 21 consecutive quarters of trade surpluses, and the rolling four-quarter trade balance reached 9.0 per cent of GDP by the third quarter of 2025, a new high since the fourth quarter of 2007.
Central Bank of Peru 2025-11-28
Central Bank of Peru reports goods trade surplus rising to USD 8,408 million in Q3 2025
The Central Bank of Peru reported a goods trade surplus of USD 8,408 million for Q3 2025, an increase of USD 1,381 million from the same period in 2024. This was driven by higher export prices for traditional mining and non-traditional products, increased export volumes, and lower import prices for oil and industrial inputs. Peru has maintained 21 consecutive quarters of trade surpluses, with the rolling four-quarter trade balance reaching 9.0% of GDP, the highest since 2007.