Peru economy grew by 0.3% in April, significantly underperforming expectations, despite the implementation of a second stimulus program. Further economic threats loom from potential El Niño-triggered flooding, agribusiness disruptions, and food inflation. The central bank conceded that year-end inflation is unlikely to reach the previously projected 3%. Meanwhile, president Dina Boluarte, under investigation for protest-related civilian deaths, stated that she plans to remain in power until 2026 despite Congress rejecting her early election proposal.