Uruguay's economy experienced a 2% GDP growth in the second quarter and a 3.8% year-on-year increase, driven by a strong recovery in the agricultural sector, particularly soybean harvests, along with positive contributions from livestock, forestry, and energy generation. The commercial sector, including restaurants and hotels, benefited from reduced spending in Argentina. The industrial sector showed mixed results, with growth in cellulose, meat packing, and milling industries, but declines in dairy, maltings, and sawmills. Investment remained stable despite the completion of large projects like UPM 2, with ongoing investment in housing. However, sectors like agriculture face challenges due to high local costs and falling international prices. The dollar's modest real value increase and rising inflation highlight the need for strengthened investments to ensure long-term economic growth.