Pakistan Petroleum Imports Decline Year-on-Year in December as Overall Import Bill Rises
Pakistan’s petroleum import bill declined 6% YoY to $1.18bn in December 2025, while total imports rose sharply on a monthly basis, driven by transport, machinery, food, and chemical imports, SBP data shows.
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.
State Bank Reserves Rise to $14.57bn While Total Reserves Dip Slightly
Pakistan’s foreign exchange reserves held by the State Bank increased to $14.57bn during the week ending November 28, 2025, despite a slight decline in total reserves.
Pakistan Trade Deficit Surges to $2.86 Billion in November 2025 as Exports Fall
Pakistan’s trade deficit rose 33% year-on-year in November 2025 to $2.86 billion as exports declined and imports increased, according to PBS data.
Pakistan’s November 2025 Inflation Hits 6.15%, Food Prices Ease Monthly
Pakistan’s annual inflation rose to 6.15% in November 2025, with urban and rural CPI showing moderate increases. Food inflation eased slightly, keeping overall prices below market expectations.
Pakistan’s Monetary Indicators Show Stability Amid Bearish Stock Market Trends
Pakistan’s Monetary Policy Committee maintains policy rate at 11% to support price stability, while key monetary aggregates show moderate adjustments. The Pakistan Stock Exchange experiences a bearish phase, reflecting market caution amid global and domestic uncertainties.
Pakistan’s Foreign Exchange Rates Reflect Cautious Market Sentiment on November 19, 2025
The National Bank of Pakistan’s Treasury & Capital Markets Group released its official Exchange Rates Bulletin for November 19, 2025, providing essential guidance for market participants navigating Pakistan’s foreign exchange environment.
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Pakistan’s Large-Scale Manufacturing Gains Momentum as Key Sub-Sectors Drive Recovery
Pakistan’s LSM sector posts a 4.1 percent rise in early FY2026, supported by strong growth across 15 manufacturing categories. Automobiles and cement lead the industrial rebound, signaling renewed economic activity and improved production cycles.
HBL Pakistan Manufacturing PMI Signals Mild Contraction Amid Emerging Green Shoots
The HBL Manufacturing PMI for October indicates a slight contraction in Pakistan’s manufacturing sector, with easing cost pressures and improving business confidence pointing to potential green shoots in the coming months.
Pakistan’s Headline Inflation Rises to 5.6% in September 2025 Amid Price Adjustments in Key Sectors
Pakistan’s consumer price index (CPI) inflation rose to 5.6% year-on-year in September 2025, driven by higher costs in education, health, and clothing, though food prices and recreation expenses showed moderate declines.