With the majority of votes tallied in the 2026 elections, Keiko Fujimori currently holds a lead over candidate Roberto Sánchez, though final results pending review of challenged ballots remain. Despite this shift in the electoral landscape, Peru’s Central Reserve Bank (BCRP) has indicated it does not anticipate a significant alteration to its previously projected GDP forecast for the incoming government’s first year. BCRP head Julio Velarde has explained the rationale behind maintaining the economic projection. The bank’s decision suggests a degree of confidence in the underlying economic fundamentals, independent of the election outcome. The remaining unreviewed voting records could potentially alter the lead, but the BCRP appears to be proceeding with a stable economic outlook for now. This indicates a focus on maintaining economic stability regardless of who ultimately wins the presidency. Further details regarding Velarde’s explanation are expected as the vote count concludes.