Pakistan Finance Ministry Warns Global Oil and Climate Risks Threaten Budget Balance
Finance Minister Muhammad Aurangzeb presents an official statement detailing seven primary fiscal vulnerabilities that could destabilize the upcoming budget framework.
Key Budget Terms Guide Released To Clarify National Financial Definitions
A comprehensive financial lexicon clarifies critical economic terms including gross domestic product, fiscal deficit, and debt servicing as the budget debuts.
ESCAP Projects Pakistan Economic Growth at 2.6 Percent Amid Recovery and Climate Risks
The latest UN ESCAP report forecasts 2.6 percent growth for Pakistan in FY26 while highlighting significant inflation reduction and successful solar energy initiatives.
FBR Reports 649 Billion Rupee Tax Shortfall as Revenue Growth Decelerates to 10 Percent
The Federal Board of Revenue faces a significant revenue gap in the first ten months of the fiscal year, with total collections reaching 10.261 trillion rupees.
Pakistan Inflation Expected at 8-9 Percent as Macroeconomic Stability Firms Up
Pakistan’s inflation is projected to stay within the 8–9% range for April 2026, supported by narrowed fiscal deficits, industrial recovery, and strong remittances.
Pakistan Banking Sector Floods Treasury Bill Auction with 4 Trillion Liquidity Surge
Commercial banks in Pakistan submit record bids of over 4 trillion in the latest T-bill auction, highlighting excess liquidity and a record 37.51 trillion in deposits.
World Bank Lowers Pakistan GDP Growth Forecast to 3 Percent Amid Rising Inflation and Global Tensions
The World Bank revises Pakistan’s FY2026 growth outlook downward due to Middle East instability, energy price hikes, and a shift in the current account balance.
Pakistan Fiscal Deficit Shrinks to 0.05 Percent of GDP as Industrial Growth Surges
Finance Minister Muhammad Aurangzeb reports a massive reduction in fiscal deficit and a primary surplus of 3.2 percent for fiscal year 2026.
Pakistan Foreign Currency Deposits Reach 6.91 Billion Dollars as Non Resident Inflows Rise
State Bank of Pakistan data shows foreign currency deposits hitting 6.917 billion dollars in February 2026 with a notable 4 percent year on year increase.
Pakistan Federal Revenue Plan and Provincial Autonomy Discussed at 11th NFC Meeting
Pakistan’s 11th National Finance Commission meeting discusses additional revenue mobilization, provincial autonomy on expenditures, and formation of seven working groups to address fiscal challenges.