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Peru's

Economic indicators

49

World ranked

Peru ranks 49 in the world by current economic output

$267.6bn

Nominal GDP (US$)

GDP reflects the overall size and economic strength of the country's economy.

6

LATAM ranked

Peru is ranked 6 in LATAM by economic output in the region

GDP growth (%)

GDP growth explained

The chart compares how GDP has grown for Peru, its region, and the world over the last seven years. Positive growth indicates an expanding economy; negative growth may signal contraction and affect hiring activity.

2.3%

Current rate

▼ 4% reduction

Inflation represents the rate at which prices rise and purchasing power diminishes. High inflation may prompt employees to seek higher wages, potentially impacting company profitability and hiring strategies.

Peru's inflation rate

98 days

Maternity leave

Maternity: 98 days paid leave, full salary covered by Essalud; paternity: 10 days full pay, covered by employer; no official parental leave in Peru.

20 days

Sick leave

Employees get up to 20 days of paid sick leave from employers. Afterward, if still ill, Essalud health insurance covers full salary for up to a year.

Cost of living

Cost of living index explained

The cost of living has a direct impact on salary expectations and the competitiveness of compensation packages. It can influence the appeal of certain locations for both employers and candidates.

Peru's

Labor market

Peru vs world population age distribution

32.6m

Population

Peru has a population of about 32.6m. The chart compares its age distribution with the world average—useful context for workforce size and long-term hiring demand.

14 days

Minimum annual holidays

Minimum annual holidays reflect mandated leave. Hiring in countries with high allowances (over 25 days) may require emphasizing work-life balance when recruiting.

38 hrs

Average working full time week

4.8%

Current percentage

▲ 1% increase

Peru's unemployment rate is healthy, indicating a well functioning labor market with good job opportunities for most people. Between 2022 and 2023, there was a moderate increase in unemployment, suggesting a negative shift in economic stability with a slight dip in job availability

Unemployment rate

Peru's

Top performing companies and industries

Top industries

  • mining and refining of minerals
  • petroleum extraction and refining
  • natural gas and natural gas liquefaction

Ratio of males to females (by age)

80 / 66

Male

In Peru there is a medium gap in participation rates between males and females, indicating moderate inequality with some progress towards gender parity.

Peru's

Religion and ethnicity

Religion

In religiously diverse countries, a broad sourcing and engagement approach whilst appealing to inclusive practices resonates with this candidate market. In homogeneous environments, understanding dominant cultural norms is often more important when engaging with talent.

Ethnicity

In ethnically diverse countries, there may be a greater variety of candidates with different cultural backgrounds. Employers may need to focus more on inclusive hiring practices to attract talent from across different ethnic groups.