Pakistan FDI Inflows Surge 163 Percent in March 2026 Despite Fiscal Year Contractions
Foreign Direct Investment in Pakistan hits 168 million in March 2026, marking a significant monthly jump as investors show renewed interest in select sectors.
Pakistan and United States Strengthen Economic Ties at World Bank IMF Spring Meetings
Finance Minister Muhammad Aurangzeb and U.S. Trade Representative Jamieson Greer meet in Washington to discuss trade expansion and investment opportunities for Pakistan.
Reko Diq Project Faces Development Delays Amid Barrick Gold Security Review
Barrick Gold signals a slowdown in the Reko Diq mining project as security reviews extend to 2027 despite Islamabad remaining confident in the 2028 production goal.
SIFC Framework Accelerates Foreign Direct Investment and Tech Sector Growth in Pakistan
Pakistan emerges as a prime destination for global investors as the SIFC drives fast-track decisions in IT, energy, and agriculture to foster economic revival.
Barrick Gold Slows Reko Diq Development Amid Rising Security Risks
Barrick Gold Corporation delays the Reko Diq project timeline to 2027 citing regional security concerns and potential surges in capital expenditure costs.
Pakistan Partners with Alvarez & Marsal to Mobilize Global Private Investment
Finance Minister Muhammad Aurangzeb and Reza Baqir of Alvarez & Marsal discuss new sovereign advisory models and structured investment vehicles to boost Pakistan’s economy.
Foreign Investor Profit Repatriation Surges 10 Percent to $1.73 Billion
SBP data shows foreign firms repatriated $1.73 billion in profits during 8MFY26, with the power and financial sectors leading outflows to the UK and China.
Pakistan FDI Inflows Decline 33 Percent in 8MFY26 Despite February Recovery
State Bank of Pakistan reports a 33.51 percent drop in Foreign Direct Investment for July-February FY26, as portfolio outflows and private investment slow.
Pakistan FDI Rises to $213 Million in February Despite Cumulative Fiscal Year Decline
Pakistan records a YoY increase in Foreign Direct Investment for February 2026, led by China and Switzerland, though 8MFY26 totals show a 33% decline.
Pakistan External Sector Trends February 2026 Current Account Surplus and IT Export Growth
Pakistan recorded a $427 million current account surplus in February 2026 as IT services exports surged by nearly 20 percent and remittances hit $26.5 billion.