Pakistan 2025 in Review: Economic Stabilization, Policy Reforms, and Market Resilience
Pakistan’s 2025 was a year of measured economic stabilization, policy reforms, and market resilience. Key developments included monetary easing, structural reforms in the energy sector, strengthened international partnerships, and a 51% surge in the KSE-100 Index, setting the stage for sustainable growth in 2026.
SBP Moderates Foreign Exchange Purchases in FY26 as Market Conditions Stabilize
The State Bank of Pakistan has slowed its foreign exchange purchases in FY26, accumulating USD 446 million so far—well below last year’s levels—as market conditions shift and intervention needs moderate.
PSX Soars Past 131,000 Amid Institutional Buying and Economic Resurgence
Pakistan’s stock market continued its record-breaking momentum as the KSE-100 index surged past 131,000, fueled by a stronger rupee, rising reserves, and robust institutional buying. Market experts highlight optimism around macroeconomic stability and upcoming earnings as key drivers of this extended rally.