IMF forecasts Pakistan’s net government debt to rise to 65.7% of GDP by 2026
The IMF’s latest Fiscal Monitor report projects Pakistan’s net government debt to increase to 65.7% of GDP by 2026, alongside a modest improvement in fiscal balance and revenue performance.
Pakistan’s Domestic Debt Surges to Rs54 Trillion in August Amid Fiscal Pressures
Pakistan’s total government domestic debt and liabilities surged to Rs54.28 trillion in August 2025, reflecting an 11.57% year-on-year increase, according to new data from the State Bank of Pakistan (SBP). While long-term borrowing expanded sharply, short-term obligations declined, highlighting the government’s strategy to manage debt maturity risks amid tightening fiscal conditions.