Pakistan’s External Sector Strengthens as Trade Activity and Remittance Inflows Gain Momentum
Pakistan’s external sector shows rising trade volumes and strong remittance inflows during Jul–Oct FY2026, despite a widening current account deficit driven by higher imports. Export gains, expanding IT services, and growing foreign exchange reserves signal improving external activity.
Exports and Remittances Cushion Pakistan’s External Account Despite Wider Deficit
Pakistan’s external account remained supported by rising exports and remittances in Jul-Aug FY2026, though a wider current account deficit highlights pressures from imports and service trade imbalances.
Geopolitical Turmoil Drives PSX to 1,505-Point Loss, Market Dips Below 121,000 Threshold
The Pakistan Stock Exchange experienced a sharp 1,505-point decline on Tuesday, with the KSE-100 index closing below the 121,000 mark amid worsening geopolitical tensions and concerns over Pakistan’s current account deficit.