Pakistan Economic Growth Hits 3.70 Percent as GDP Crosses 452 Billion Dollar Milestone
The National Accounts Committee approves provisional GDP growth of 3.70 percent for FY 2025-26 with the economy reaching a record size of 452.1 billion dollars.
IMF Commends State Bank of Pakistan as Executive Board Approves 1.32 Billion Dollar Disbursement
The IMF Executive Board praises the State Bank of Pakistan for its proactive monetary policy and approves an immediate 1.32 billion dollar disbursement under EFF and RSF.
Senator Muhammad Aurangzeb Outlines Pakistan Economic Growth Targets at EU Business Forum
Finance Minister Muhammad Aurangzeb addresses the EU-Pakistan High Level Business Forum, projecting 4 percent GDP growth and detailing structural reforms for investment.
IMF World Economic Outlook: Global Growth Moderates Amid Geopolitical Shifts
The IMF’s April 2026 report forecasts global growth slowing to 3.1% as Middle East conflicts, energy spikes, and labor market softening test economic resilience.
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 Achieves Remarkable Fiscal Consolidation with Deficit Dropping to 0.1 Percent of GDP
Pakistan’s fiscal deficit narrowed significantly to 0.1 percent of GDP during Jul-Feb FY2026, supported by a 10.1 percent surge in net federal revenue and reduced markups.
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 Achieves Historic Economic Stability as Bloomberg Ranks it World Second Top Emerging Economy
Finance Minister Muhammad Aurangzeb outlines Pakistan’s transition to an export-led growth model following a historic 2.4% GDP primary surplus and $20 billion reserve milestone.
Pakistan SBP Maintains Benchmark Interest Rate at 10.5% Amid Stable Growth Outlook
The State Bank of Pakistan keeps its policy rate unchanged at 10.5% in its first 2026 MPC meeting, citing steady inflation, improving economic growth, and resilient external accounts.
Pakistan’s Large-Scale Manufacturing Faces Sharp Slowdown as Floods Hit Industrial Output
Pakistan’s large-scale manufacturing sector witnessed a significant deceleration in August as floods disrupted industrial activity. The slowdown highlights growing economic vulnerabilities despite earlier signs of recovery in key industries like automobiles and cement.