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Peru: Non-primary GDP up in October

COP20 Centro Financiero Lima San Isidro Surco

COP20 Centro Financiero Lima San Isidro Surco

12:56 | Lima, Dec. 26.

Peruvian economy grew 3.0% last October mainly underpinned by the positive performance of non-primary sectors, which experienced a 4.2% expansion, the highest growth rate in 2017, Central Reserve Bank (BCR) reported.

According to the issuing entity, non-primary GDP growth was explained by the recovery of construction and manufacturing sectors.

Within this framework, the construction sector grew 14.3% last October, the highest rate recorded since July 2013.

Said expansion was mainly due to the rebound in public and private investment.

The progress of both public and private works (real estate, shopping centers, and business projects) also saw a 42.4% increase during the analyzed period.

Likewise, domestic cement consumption went up 6.6% driven by greater private investment.

On the other hand, the manufacturing sector registered a 1.6% rise, supported by greater production of primary and non-primary manufacturing sectors.

Said result was mostly attributable to increased production of massive consumption products and exports. 

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Published: 12/26/2017