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    Published on Thursday, May 27, 2021

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    Peru | Real-time analysis of the impact of COVID-19 on consumption (up to May 24)

    Summary

    In May, total card consumption grew 51% in real terms, compared to the same month of 2019. In addition, the share of the on-line channel in total purchases was 41%, while spending on food, health and household goods and services continues to show a strong expansion.

    Key points

    • Key points:
    • Card purchases of items related to hospitality and tourism (tickets and excursions) approached pre-pandemic levels at the end of May.
    • Spending related to transportation, restaurants and fashion increased, while spending on services such as entertainment, bars, and beauty salons continued to partially recover.
    • In May, the total amount of cash withdrawals remained below pre-pandemic levels.
    • BBVA Research's consumption indicator shows that in the second quarter of 2021 consumption continued to improve.

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    • Peru

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    Authors

    Vanessa Belapatiño BBVA Research - Senior Economist
    Hugo Perea BBVA Research - Chief Economist

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    Presentation (PDF)

    Peru-Analisis-en-tiempo-real-del-impacto-del-COVID-19-sobre-el-consumo_MAYO_27-05-2021.pdf

    Spanish - May 27, 2021

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