# Peruvian markets stumble as Castillo-backed leftist gains ground By Reuters

> Peruvian markets have reacted nervously as leftist congressman Roberto Sanchez gains ground in a tight presidential race, with about 92% of ballots counted. Sanchez has about 12% of the vote, behind Keiko Fujimori at 17%, and the two will meet in a June 7 runoff. External observers have acknowledged ballot problems but cited no evidence of fraud.

- Date: 2026-04-16 · published 2026-04-16T12:00:00.000Z
- Category: macro · region Peru · magnitude low
- Page: https://feedsoft.ai/events/19995-peruvian-markets-stumble-as-castillo-backed-leftist-gains-ground-by-reuters
- Commodities: [Peruvian Sol (PEN per USD)](https://feedsoft.ai/c/USDPEN.md), [Fishmeal](https://feedsoft.ai/c/FISHMEAL.md)

## Why it matters

Investor worries over a possible leftist government can pressure the Peruvian sol and push up fishmeal risk premia, since Peru is a key fishmeal supplier to feed markets.

## Read by commodity

- USDPEN: bullish ▲
- FISHMEAL: bullish ▲

## Sources

- investing.com: https://www.investing.com/news/economy-news/peruvian-markets-stumble-as-castillobacked-leftistgains-ground-4617458

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