Investments in mining in Peru in the first half of the year (H1) rose 10.6 percent, year-over-year, according to data released by the country’s ministry of mines and energy, Minem.
Minem said investments in the mining sector in Peru totaled $2.11 billion in H1, 10.6 percent up, year-over-year, from $1.91 billion in H1 2020.
According to government’s data, investments in beneficiation plants and mining equipment in H1 declined 5.6 percent, and 34.3 percent, respectively, both on a year-over-year basis.
On the other hand, investments in exploration and infrastructure in H1 rose 26.5 percent, and 48.7 percent.