FX.co ★ Peru’s Trade Surplus Widens Sharply in August 2026 to 4.7 Billion USD

Peru’s trade balance strengthened markedly in August 2026, with the surplus rising to 4,714 million USD, up from 3,324 million USD recorded in July 2026. The latest figures, updated on 15 October 2026, signal a robust monthly improvement in the country’s external accounts.

The nearly 1.4 billion USD increase in the trade surplus over a single month suggests a significant shift in the balance between exports and imports, pointing to stronger foreign sales, weaker import demand, or a combination of both. While the underlying drivers are not detailed in the release, the August data highlight an improving trade position that could provide additional support to Peru’s broader macroeconomic stability in the second half of 2026.