Pakistan Power Sector Leads FDI Inflows in August 2026 With $87.8 Million Net Investment
Pakistan’s power sector attracted the largest gross FDI inflows in August 2026 at $98.7 million, while net investment reached $87.8 million as sector-wide outflows fell sharply, according to SBP data.
Pakistan Achieves Macroeconomic Stabilization as Investor Sentiment Improves
Official data and recent investment decisions show Pakistan’s economy is stabilizing, with recovery underway and foreign investor confidence improving, challenging claims of collapse or un-investability.
Pakistan Stock Market Ends Week Lower Amid Profit-Taking, Tariff Uncertainty, and Weak Earnings
The Pakistan Stock Exchange (PSX) ended the week on a cautious note as the KSE-100 Index slipped 502 points or 0.31% week-on-week, weighed down by profit-taking, regulatory uncertainty following NEPRA’s tariff revisions, and weak corporate earnings. Despite the decline, strong treasury performance and a current account surplus provided some macroeconomic stability.