Economic performance in Peru: Focus on the leading departments in fiscal contribution

Abstract

This study descriptively analyzes the economic performance of Peru's top fiscal-contributing departments and explores key variables explaining their differences and impact on the economy. Based on 2021 data from INEI's Economic Census, with 1.901.309 company records, results show that the commercial sector leads in fiscal contribution. Tumbes (69,2%), Piura (69%), Ica (66,8%), Loreto (66,8%), and Callao (65,3%) are the top provinces, highlighting the business sector's crucial role in tax revenue generation.