Peru’s July Tax Take Jumps 20.4% to S/16.18 Billion (US$4.5 Billion)

Economy: Lima Key Facts —Collection. Peru’s tax authority took in S/16,177 million (about US$4.5 billion) in July. —Growth. That was up 20.4% year on year, a strong double-digit increase. —Signal. Rising collections typically reflect firmer activity, higher prices or improved compliance, or a mix of all three. —Fiscal. Stronger revenue supports the government’s finances and…