S&P Sees More Pakistan Rating Upgrades If Fiscal Deficit Stays Below 3% Of GDP
S&P Global Ratings says Pakistan could secure further sovereign rating upgrades if it keeps the fiscal deficit below 3% of GDP, reduces government debt below 60% and strengthens institutions.
Pakistan Total Debt and Liabilities Rise to Rs99.59 Trillion in FY26
Pakistan’s total debt and liabilities increased 5.51% year on year to Rs99.59 trillion in FY26, while debt servicing declined 9.08% to Rs11.97 trillion, according to State Bank of Pakistan data.
Pakistan Increases Share of Sukuk in Government Debt Portfolio to 14 Percent
Pakistan’s sukuk share rises to 14% of government debt, reflecting a shift to Sharia-compliant financing, with plans to reach 20% by FY28 and lower borrowing costs.
SBP Raises Rs550.97 Billion Through Pakistan Investment Bonds Auction Amid Strong Market Demand
State Bank of Pakistan raises Rs550.97 billion through PIBs auction as robust demand across tenors reflects investor confidence and evolving domestic debt dynamics.