Pakistan Keeps Policy Rate at 10.5% as Oil Shock and Middle East War Cloud Economic Outlook
Pakistan’s central bank maintains the policy rate at 10.5% despite rising inflation and oil prices triggered by the Middle East conflict, raising questions about the country’s economic outlook and monetary strategy.
FBR Tax Shortfall Widens to Rs450 Billion as IMF Signals Limited Scope for Base Expansion
Pakistan’s FBR records Rs450 billion tax shortfall in July-February FY2025-26 despite revised targets, while IMF signals limited room for immediate tax base expansion amid fiscal pressures.
IMF Mission Begins Third EFF and Second RSF Review Talks with State Bank of Pakistan
An IMF delegation led by Iva Petrova has launched technical discussions with the State Bank of Pakistan for the third review of the $7 billion Extended Financing Facility and second review of the $1.1 billion Resilience and Sustainability Facility, with broader policy talks set to follow in Islamabad.
IMF Delegation to Visit Pakistan on Feb 25 for EFF and RSF Reviews Amid Fiscal Turnaround
IMF delegation to begin Pakistan review under Extended Fund Facility and Resilience and Sustainability Facility as country posts current account surplus and fiscal gains.
Pakistan FBR Recovers Rs217 Billion Under Super Tax Amid Lawmaker Concerns
Pakistan’s FBR has collected Rs217 billion under the super tax, while authorities address retroactive tax concerns, installment plans, and taxpayer outreach ahead of IMF discussions.
IMF Praises SBP’s Tight Monetary Policy for Stabilising Pakistan’s Economy
The IMF has backed Pakistan’s tight monetary policy, praising the State Bank of Pakistan’s role in anchoring inflation, strengthening financial stability, and managing flood-related economic shocks.
Pakistan and IMF begin talks on $7bn Extended Fund Facility and RSF reviews
Pakistan and the IMF have opened talks on the $7 billion Extended Fund Facility (EFF) and Resilience and Sustainability Facility (RSF) reviews, focusing on fiscal performance, governance reforms, and anti-money laundering measures.
Pakistan Sets Rs6.4 Trillion Borrowing Plan to Manage Public Debt in FY26
Pakistan plans Rs6.4 trillion in borrowing for FY26 to manage an Rs81.5 trillion public debt, prioritizing domestic instruments, Sukuks, and multilateral support under IMF oversight.