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.
CPI Inflation Rises Moderately with Key Contributions from Health and Education
Pakistan’s CPI inflation stood at 4.1% in July 2025, rising moderately compared to June’s 3.2% and well below last year’s double-digit level. Increases were driven mainly by health, education, and clothing, while perishable food items recorded a notable decline.