Rappler's latest stories on Peru economy
Virus-hit Peru GDP plummets 40% in April 2020
Mining production falls sharply in Peru, one of the world's largest producers of copper, gold, and silver

Peru's ginger exports soar during pandemic
Peru's commerce ministry says ginger's medicinal benefits likely caused the increase in consumption. But experts also caution there is no definitive evidence it can treat COVID-19.

Coffin-makers booming as Peru virus deaths soar
The coronavirus pandemic leaves the dreams of many Peruvian small businesses in tatters, but coffin making and funeral services are flourishing

Chile, Peru secure credit lines from IMF amid pandemic
(UPDATED) The International Monetary Fund grants Chile a $24-billion credit line and Peru an $11-billion credit line, both for two years

Pacific Rim LatAm countries show growing clout
Spain s bid to join the Pacific Alliance illustrates the growing clout of the trade association between Chile Colombia Mexico and Peru a new rival to the South American trading bloc Mercosur