The Central Bank of Peru published data showing that, in the cumulative 12 months to November 2025, Peru recorded the fastest growth in non-traditional exports in the region, rising 14.5%, ahead of Colombia (13%), Mexico (8.2%), Chile (4.4%) and Brazil (3%). The central bank attributed the result to stronger export competitiveness, driven mainly by agricultural shipments, particularly fruit, and by the textile, chemical, and steel and metallurgical sectors. It also reported that non-traditional exports have grown at an average annual rate of 10.1% over the past five years. Total exports in November 2025 were USD 8,663 million, up 10.1% year on year, mainly reflecting a 23.9% rise in the average export price linked to higher international prices for metals, especially gold and copper, as well as steel and metallurgical products and, to a lesser extent, coffee; for January to November 2025, exports totalled USD 82,706 million, up 19.3%, driven by a 14.5% price effect and 4.2% higher volumes, with non-traditional goods volumes up 18.7%.
Central Bank of Peru 2026-01-20
Central Bank of Peru reports Peru led regional growth in non-traditional exports with a 14.5% increase
The Central Bank of Peru reported that Peru's non-traditional exports grew 14.5% in the 12 months to November 2025, leading the region, with significant contributions from agricultural, textile, chemical, and metallurgical sectors. Total exports in November 2025 reached USD 8,663 million, a 10.1% increase year on year, driven by higher international prices for metals and other products.