Pakistan Manufacturing PMI Rises to 52.8 in December, Export Orders Grow After Six Months
Pakistan’s manufacturing PMI rose to 52.8 in December 2025, the highest since February, reflecting stronger production, rising export orders, improved business confidence, and support from monetary easing.
Pakistan and China Agree on CPEC 2.0 During High-Level Strategic Dialogue in Beijing
Pakistan and China have agreed to align development strategies and launch CPEC 2.0 during the seventh round of their foreign ministers’ strategic dialogue, focusing on industry, technology, trade, and regional connectivity.
HBL Pakistan Manufacturing PMI Hits 52.8 in December, Export Orders Grow After Six Months
Pakistan’s manufacturing sector shows renewed strength in December 2025 with the HBL PMI rising to 52.8, reflecting higher production, improved exports, and rising business confidence supported by SBP’s rate cut.
UBL Appoints Muhammad Ramzan as Group Head Retail – Southern Punjab
United Bank Limited has elevated Muhammad Ramzan to Group Head Retail – Southern Punjab, reflecting confidence in his leadership and role in strengthening retail banking operations in the region.
Al Meezan Surpasses Rs700 Billion AUM, Retains Position as Pakistan’s Largest AMC
Al Meezan Investment Management Limited has crossed Rs700 billion in assets under management, reinforcing its leadership in Pakistan’s Shariah-compliant investment industry.
PTCL Approves Rs15bn Capital Injection for U Microfinance Bank’s Digital Growth
PTCL Group has approved a Rs15 billion capital injection into U Microfinance Bank to support digital banking expansion, financial inclusion, and new product development across Pakistan.
Pakistan Net Borrowing Hits Rs90.94 Billion in FY26 with Weekly Debt Addition of Rs396 Billion
Pakistan’s government added Rs396.07 billion in debt during the week ending December 26, 2025, bringing total net borrowing for FY26 to Rs90.94 billion, with budgetary support accounting for the largest share.
CJP Yahya Afridi Calls for Fast-Track Tax Litigation to Boost Investor Confidence
Chief Justice of Pakistan Yahya Afridi has warned that prolonged tax litigation is straining fiscal space and hurting investor confidence, calling for urgent judicial reforms and stronger coordination with tax authorities.
Pakistan PPP Contingent Liabilities Exceed Rs472bn as Sindh Leads Exposure
Pakistan’s contingent liabilities from public-private partnership projects have crossed Rs472 billion by December 2025, with Sindh accounting for over 70 percent, according to the Ministry of Finance under an IMF-mandated fiscal risk framework.
EPBD Challenges Pakistan’s 3.7% Q1 Economic Growth, Flags Methodological Issues
An independent think tank has questioned Pakistan’s 3.7% economic growth in Q1 FY2026, arguing that the reported expansion reflects statistical adjustments and import-led activity rather than real production growth.
An independent think tank has questioned Pakistan’s 3.7% economic growth in Q1 FY2026, arguing that the reported expansion reflects statistical adjustments and import-led activity rather than real production growth.