Aurangzeb ‘quite hopeful’ Pakistan can achieve 3.5% GDP growth in FY26 despite flood impact
Finance Minister Muhammad Aurangzeb has expressed optimism that Pakistan will achieve close to 3.5% GDP growth in FY26 despite the flood impact. He highlighted macroeconomic stability, IMF support, credit rating upgrades, privatization progress, and deepening China-Pakistan economic ties as key factors driving recovery.
Pakistan Eyes Eurobond Market Return in 2026 to Boost Global Investor Confidence
Pakistan plans to return to the Eurobond market in 2026 as part of a broader economic reform and investment strategy, following successful Eurobond repayment and improving credit outlook. The initiative aims to attract global investors and diversify funding sources.
Pakistan, World Bank strengthen cooperation on post-flood recovery and reform roadmap
Finance Minister Muhammad Aurangzeb held high-level talks with World Bank President Ajay Banga in Washington to discuss post-flood recovery, economic reforms, and strengthening international financial partnerships.
KSE-100 Crosses 150,000 Milestone in Intraday Trade as Market Sentiment Improves
The KSE-100 Index at the Pakistan Stock Exchange crossed 150,000 points in intraday trade for the first time, driven by investor optimism, government reform measures, and strong sectoral performance across banking, cement, and pharmaceuticals.