Pakistan Economic Survey 2025-26 Outlines GDP Recovery And Major Fiscal Consolidation
The Pakistan Economic Survey 2025-26 reveals a GDP growth recovery to 3.70 percent alongside a historic primary surplus and emerging inflation risks.
FY27 Budget Outlook: IMF Commitments Narrow Pakistan’s Space for Broad Economic Relief
Pakistan’s FY27 federal budget is expected to prioritise fiscal discipline, IMF-linked reforms and revenue generation, leaving limited room for broad public relief despite improving economic indicators.
Pakistan Budget Deficit Hits 856 Billion Rupees Despite Strong Tax Collection and Provincial Surplus
Pakistan reports a federal budget deficit of 856 billion rupees for the first nine months of FY26 as high debt servicing and defense spending offset record tax revenues.
IMF Signals Tax Expansion Strategy in Pakistan Budget 2026-27 Under $7 Billion Program
IMF outlines Pakistan’s FY27 budget priorities focusing on tax base expansion, fiscal discipline, and economic stability under the $7 billion loan program.
Pakistan Achieves Remarkable Fiscal Consolidation with Deficit Dropping to 0.1 Percent of GDP
Pakistan’s fiscal deficit narrowed significantly to 0.1 percent of GDP during Jul-Feb FY2026, supported by a 10.1 percent surge in net federal revenue and reduced markups.
Pakistan Salaried Class Income Tax Rises 10% to Rs315 Billion in FY26 Amid Skilled Workforce Exodus
Income tax contributions from Pakistan’s salaried class surge 10% to Rs315 billion in seven months of FY26, with non-corporate and corporate employees leading payments, while skilled professionals continue leaving the country.
FBR Records Highest-Ever December Tax Collection as Finance Minister Calls for Wider Tax Net
Finance Minister Muhammad Aurangzeb has urged the FBR to intensify tax enforcement and broaden the tax base after Pakistan recorded its highest-ever December tax collection, reflecting progress in fiscal reforms and compliance measures.
Pakistan Government to Act on IMF Governance Report as FBR Records Historic Tax Revenue
Federal Minister for Finance Muhammad Aurangzeb announced that the Pakistani government is set to finalise an action plan by 31…
Pakistan Posts Fiscal Surplus in FY2026 Amid Higher Revenues and Lower Expenditure
Pakistan records a fiscal surplus of 1.0 percent of GDP during Jul-Oct FY2026, supported by higher federal receipts, controlled expenditure, and strong FBR tax collection.
Pakistan Records Rare Rs1.5 Trillion Fiscal Surplus Despite Flood and Border Challenges
The government of Pakistan achieved a rare Rs1.5 trillion fiscal surplus in the first quarter of FY2026 despite facing flood-related damages, border closures, and inflationary pressures. The Finance Ministry credits strong non-tax revenues, improved fiscal discipline, and stable macroeconomic management for the performance.