Industry Sector Contribution to GDP in Chile (1990-2022)

Chile's industrial sector contribution to GDP began at a high of 39.2% in 1990 but showed fluctuations over the years. A sharp decline occurred in the mid-1990s, dropping to 27.3% by 1998 as Chile transitioned from industrial to service-oriented economic models. The sector saw a resurgence between 2004 and 2006, peaking at 38.7%, driven by high global copper prices and increased mining exports. This peak was followed by another decline in the late 2000s due to the global financial crisis and subsequent adjustments in commodity prices, which impacted the mining sector heavily. By 2020, the COVID-19 pandemic boosted industrial demand, pushing the contribution back up to 29.9%. In recent years, Chile’s industrial sector has gradually regained ground, reaching 32.0% in 2022, largely due to recovery in mining and new investments in renewable energy, indicating a focus on more sustainable industrial growth.