Fitch to Examine Japan Budget as Takaichi Pushes Growth-Focused Spending
Fitch Ratings will assess Japan’s next fiscal year budget to determine whether Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi can support economic growth while maintaining fiscal discipline and managing public debt.
Pakistan Launches Process For Five And 10 Year Dollar Eurobond
Pakistan has launched the process for a benchmark U.S. dollar denominated dual tranche Eurobond with five year and 10 year maturities, marking a potential return to international capital markets.
Pakistan, Germany Strengthen Economic Ties as Reform and Investment Efforts Continue
Pakistan and Germany have reaffirmed their commitment to stronger economic cooperation, with discussions focusing on reforms, investment, German businesses and FBR digitalization.
Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif Welcomes Sovereign Credit Rating Upgrade to B by S&P Global
Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif hails S&P Global credit rating upgrade to B as a milestone reflecting global confidence in national economic reforms.
International Monetary Fund Multi Year Report Projects Substantial Foreign Exchange Reserve Growth for Pakistan
The latest IMF staff report forecasts Pakistan foreign exchange reserves reaching 31.7 billion dollars by fiscal year 2031 alongside steady public debt reduction.
Pakistan Plans Panda Bonds and Eurobond Strategy as Aurangzeb Links Economic Stability to Diplomatic Engagement
Finance Minister Muhammad Aurangzeb outlines Pakistan’s financing strategy involving Panda Bonds and Eurobonds while highlighting macroeconomic stability, remittance growth, and diplomatic engagement supporting regional stability.
Pakistan Records First Half-Year Fiscal Surplus in FY26, Driven by Revenue Gains and Expenditure Control
Pakistan posts a Rs542bn fiscal surplus in 1HFY26, marking a major turnaround from last year’s deficit, supported by higher revenues, lower debt servicing costs, and prudent fiscal management while maintaining social and energy sector spending.
Pakistan highlights fiscal discipline, strategic debt use at World Economic Forum
Finance Minister Senator Muhammad Aurangzeb outlines Pakistan’s strategy of fiscal discipline, strategic debt deployment, and export-driven growth during a high-level World Economic Forum panel in Davos.
Pakistan’s Economic Recovery Gains Momentum as IMF Agreement Strengthens Investor Confidence
Pakistan’s economy continues to show signs of stability and recovery in FY2026, backed by the IMF Staff-Level Agreement, fiscal discipline, and international recognition for its sustainable financing framework.
Federal Government Urges Provinces to Accelerate IMF Reforms Ahead of Key Review Deadline
The federal government has pressed Pakistan’s provincial administrations to urgently resolve pending IMF-related commitments and fiscal targets to ensure smooth progress in the second review of the $7 billion Extended Fund Facility (EFF), as well as the $1.4 billion Resilience and Sustainability Facility (RSF), with key reforms hanging in the balance.