In February, Peru’s economy displayed signs of struggle as key indicators fell short of the government’s ambitious projections. Analysts had anticipated a robust growth rate, yet the actual figures revealed a dampening effect on consumer confidence and investment. Contributing factors included ongoing inflationary pressures, which have taken a toll on household purchasing power, and supply chain disruptions affecting various sectors. As both domestic and international challenges mounted, sectors such as construction and agriculture reported declines, causing economists to reassess growth forecasts for the coming months.

The situation has raised concerns about the…