Peru's Public Investment Grows 7.9% in First Half of 2026

en.Wedoany.com Reported - Peru's public investment execution reached 26.486 billion soles in the first half of 2026, an increase of 7.9% compared to the same period last year. Minister of Economy and Finance Rodolfo Acuña Namihas stated that public investment is becoming a key driver of vitality in the construction sector and economic growth.

The Minister of Economy and Finance noted that the advancement of public investment transforms resources into projects and services that improve people's livelihoods, create jobs, and stimulate the economy. The Ministry of Economy and Finance (MEF) will continue to support regional and local governments at all levels to ensure timely project implementation. From January to June, national-level public investment reached 11.196 billion soles, accounting for over 42% of the total, representing a 3.4% increase compared to the same period in 2025. June execution grew by 38.9% compared to May, reflecting an acceleration trend at the end of the half-year.

In the first half of the year, regional government execution reached 6.676 billion soles, a year-on-year increase of 12.6%; local government execution reached 8.614 billion soles, an increase of 10.1%. These investments have played a key role in meeting demands in transportation, sanitation, education, health, and local equipment. The head of the department stated that public investment must continue to be promoted until the end of this term, ensuring that completed and ongoing projects, as well as planned resources, are left behind so that projects continue to benefit the people. This is part of the joint efforts of the Ministry of Economy and Finance and government agencies at all three levels.