In February, Peru exports decreased by 18% compared to the same month in the previous year, totaling USD 4.7 bln due to lower volumes and prices and transportation issues for copper and gold companies. Meanwhile, imports totaled USD 3.8 bln, down by 4% from last year, primarily caused by a decrease in industrial input volumes. Over the twelve months ending in February, Peru maintained a trade surplus of USD 8.6 bln.