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Peru's Breaking News for Tuesday, September 29, 2026.
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Peru's BCR: Construction sector up 9.9% in July 2026
The construction sector grew 9.9% in July 2026 compared with the same month in 2025, driven by increased activity in private and public works, the Central Reserve Bank (BCR) reported.
Tue, 29 Sep 2026
Peru's ERM 2026: Find out how many authorities will be elected on Oct 4
More than 26 million voters will participate in the 2026 Regional and Municipal Elections (ERM) on Sunday, October 4.
Tue, 29 Sep 2026
Peru's President: Wage increase to benefit 600,000 workers' households
The President of the Republic, Keiko Fujimori, on Monday highlighted the Executive Branch's efforts to make the increase in the Minimum Living Wage possible, a decision that will have a positive impact on the households of thousands of workers across the country.
Mon, 28 Sep 2026
Peru: President signs decree raising Minimum Living Wage
The President of the Republic, Keiko Fujimori, on Monday signed the supreme decree that sets in motion the gradual increase in the Minimum Living Wage (RMV) to S/1,300 (about US$381). This measure will benefit 600,000 workers and allow economic growth to have a direct impact on their households.
Mon, 28 Sep 2026
President Fujimori: Peru is a country capable of generating confidence
In reviewing her recent trip to the United States, where she attended the United Nations General Assembly, President Keiko Fujimori stated that Peru is a country capable of generating confidence around the world and reaffirmed that her Government is working to ensure Peruvians' safety.
Mon, 28 Sep 2026
Peru's ERM 2026: ONPE coordinates election security measures with Armed Forces
The National Office of Electoral Processes (ONPE) and the Joint Command of the Armed Forces (CCFFAA) held a coordination meeting to ensure security during the elections to be held nationwide on Sunday, October 4.
Mon, 28 Sep 2026
Peru's Foreign Affairs Minister: We must all do our part for Pope Leo XIV's visit
Foreign Affairs Minister Carlos Espa once again underscored the importance of Pope Leo XIV's upcoming visit to Peru, saying that all sectors must "do their part" to ensure that the message he will share reaches everyone.
Mon, 28 Sep 2026
Peru: Luxury vehicle sales up 27% through Aug 2026, surpassing 3,100 units sold
Luxury vehicle sales reached 3,183 units between January and August 2026, a 27% increase from the 2,506 units sold during the same period last year, the Automotive Association of Peru (AAP) reported.
Mon, 28 Sep 2026
Gran Pajaten: Key facts about Peru's almost hidden archaeological gem in the jungle
Gran Pajaten is one of Peru's most enigmatic and impressive archaeological sites. It is attracting growing scientific interest as researchers seek to unravel its mysteries, as well as increasing attention from tourists eager to admire its imposing presence within the northeastern Amazon rainforest.
Mon, 28 Sep 2026
Stock Exchanges in Santiago, Colombia, and Lima honor Peru's BCR Governor
Nuam, the holding company that brings together the stock exchanges of Santiago (Chile), Colombia, and Lima (Peru), granted its first "nuam Recognition" award to Peru's Central Reserve Bank Governor Julio Velarde, in recognition of his nearly two decades at the institution's helm and his contribution to the country's economic, financial, and institutional development.
Mon, 28 Sep 2026
Peru: Net International Reserves total US$96.946 bn on Sep 22
Peru's net international reserves amounted to US$96.946 billion as of September 22, the Central Reserve Bank (BCR) reported.
Mon, 28 Sep 2026
Moody's: Peru has positive fundamentals for 2026-2027 due to strong private investment
Peru's rated nonfinancial and infrastructure companies enter the next two years from an overall position of strength, with economic activity improving amid strong private investment and continued demand for the country's mining exports, according to a report by Moody's Ratings.
Mon, 28 Sep 2026
Peru: President Fujimori announces invitation from Bukele to visit El Salvador
The President of the Republic, Keiko Fujimori, announced that she had received an invitation from her Salvadoran counterpart, Nayib Bukele, to visit said country in late October.
Mon, 28 Sep 2026
Peru's President: 'We await legislative powers, but we continue moving forward'
The President of the Republic, Keiko Fujimori, stressed on Sunday that the Government will continue taking action against organized crime while awaiting Congress' approval of the legislative powers requested by the Executive Branch.
Mon, 28 Sep 2026
Peru's ERM 2026: Find out how many authorities will be elected on Oct 4
More than 26 million voters will participate in the 2026 Regional and Municipal Elections (ERM) on Sunday, October 4.
Sun, 27 Sep 2026
President Fujimori: Peru is a country of opportunities, open to investment
The President of the Republic of Peru, Keiko Fujimori, reaffirmed that Peru is a country of opportunities, open to foreign investment, which generates jobs, growth, and development for millions of fellow citizens.
Sat, 26 Sep 2026
Robbie Williams bids farewell to fans in Peru: 'I promise I'll be back... very soon'
British star Robbie Williams once again gave his fans a unique moment on Friday as they were waiting outside the hotel in Lima's Miraflores district where he had stayed before heading to Jorge Chavez International Airport.
Sat, 26 Sep 2026
Peru: President Fujimori addresses prison construction, El Niño response projects with IDB
The President of the Republic of Peru, Keiko Fujimori, met with a mission from the Inter-American Development Bank Group (IDB Group), led by Vice President for Countries and Regional Integration Anabel Gonzalez, to boost projects aimed at strengthening citizen security, addressing El Niño phenomenon, improving educational infrastructure, and reforming the State.
Fri, 25 Sep 2026
Peru's BCR: Construction sector up 9.9% in July 2026
The construction sector grew 9.9% in July 2026 compared with the same month in 2025, driven by increased activity in private and public works, the Central Reserve Bank (BCR) reported on Friday.
Fri, 25 Sep 2026
Peru's Conveagro: President Fujimori's trip to U.S. positive for investment
The National Convention of Peruvian Agro (Conveagro) described President Keiko Fujimori's trip to the United States as positive for investment.
Fri, 25 Sep 2026