Youth entrepreneurship on the rise: more than half of Peruvians who start businesses are young people

(Agraria.pe) Youth entrepreneurship in Peru is experiencing a boom. More Peruvians are choosing to create their own opportunities from a young age, whether through micro-enterprises or independent initiatives that reflect resilience and the ability to adapt to a challenging economic environment. This trend not only redefines the way of entering the labor market but also projects a new generation willing to transform their future. According to a study by the digital platform Alegra.com, 54.3% of Peruvian entrepreneurs fall within the 18 to 35 age range, surpassing the regional average by more than 14 points. Furthermore, according to the National Permanent Employment Survey (EPEN), in the last four years alone, more than 81,000 new entrepreneurs have joined the national ecosystem, strengthening the business fabric, in which micro and small businesses represent 99.2%. A driving force throughout Peru Moreover, while Lima concentrates 22.3% of the MSMEs, according to the Ministry of ...