reported that cumulative mining investment in January-February 2026 exceeded US$871 million, a 35.7% increase from the same period a year earlier, driven mainly by infrastructure, mining equipment, and exploration.
These regions consolidated their position as the main hubs of mining-sector momentum in the country.
Infrastructure investment reached US$150 million in February 2026, rising 33.1% from January 2026 and 140.5% from February 2025, reflecting strong momentum in operational support works, as well as the expansion and optimization of mining facilities.
Mining Equipment investment totaled US$91 million in February 2026, surging 115% from February 2025, reflecting a sharp increase in purchases of equipment for both open-pit and underground operations.
Exploration investment reached US$52 million in February 2026, up 32.7% from the same month a year earlier, indicating stronger exploratory activity nationwide.
Development and Preparation investment totaled US$72 million in February 2026, marking a 68.1% year-on-year increase and reflecting sustained execution of work linked to the development and preparation of production areas.
Beneficiation Plant investment reached US$71 million in February 2026, up 18.4% from the same month of 2025, showing favorable year-on-year performance.
Other-category investment totaled US$39 million in February 2026, rising 26.4% from February 2025, reflecting stronger momentum in complementary investment at mining units.
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