CLChile's economy recorded another month of decline, with the Imacec index falling 1.5% in July compared to the same month in 2023, marking its largest drop since March 2023. The Bank of Chile reported a 1.7% monthly decrease and a 2.1% annual contraction, placing the data at the lower end of market projections which ranged from a 2% contraction to a 0.7% expansion. This brings the country's economic performance over seven months to five consecutive months of contraction. Mining was the main drag, declining 9.3% annually due to lower copper grades, maintenance issues, and adverse weather conditions. Manufacturing fell 3.1%, services declined 0.7%, and several sectors including education, transportation, and hospitality were affected. While electricity generation contributed positively with a 3.4% increase, overall manufacturing and retail saw mixed results.
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