Pakistan Monetary Policy Outlook: SBP May Keep Rates Tight Amid 10.3% Inflation
Pakistan’s central bank is expected to maintain a tight monetary stance as September inflation reaches 10.3%, while higher oil prices and T-bill yields add pressure.
Pakistan, IMF Consider BISP Cash Transfers to Replace Energy Subsidies
Pakistan and IMF discuss shifting gas and electricity subsidies toward direct BISP cash transfers for low-income households to contain circular debt.
Pakistan Targets $15 Billion Foreign Financing as IMF Seeks Faster Energy Reforms
Pakistan expects $15 billion in foreign financing this fiscal year while the IMF urges faster energy reforms and compliance with circular debt targets.
Pakistan Revenue Gains and BISP Subsidy Reform Discussed in IMF Talks
Pakistan exceeds its first-quarter revenue target as IMF talks review BISP cash transfers, electricity subsidy reforms, inflation and economic risks.
Pakistan, IMF Begin Fourth EFF and Third RSF Reviews for $1.2 Billion
Pakistan and the IMF have started the fourth EFF and third RSF reviews, with successful completion potentially unlocking about $1.2 billion in financing.
Pakistan Introduces Public Procurement Rules 2026 as IMF Review Begins
Pakistan has notified Public Procurement Rules 2026, making EPADS mandatory while introducing new transparency, competition, oversight and grievance mechanisms.
Pakistan’s Corruption Score Rises to 28 as CPI Data Draws Scrutiny
Pakistan’s Corruption Perceptions Index score improved to 28 in 2025, while questions remain over the methodology, source data and relationship between international perceptions and domestic corruption experiences.
IMF Begins Fourth Review Of Pakistan’s $7 Billion EFF Programme
The IMF has started discussions with the State Bank of Pakistan on Pakistan’s fourth $7 billion EFF review, covering inflation, monetary policy, exchange rates, fiscal reforms and economic targets.
Planning Ministry Seeks Role In Pakistan’s Core IMF Negotiation Team
Planning Minister Ahsan Iqbal says the Ministry of Planning has formally asked Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif for inclusion in Pakistan’s core IMF talks team.
IMF Team to Visit Pakistan on September 23 for Review of $7 Billion Programme
An IMF delegation is scheduled to arrive in Pakistan on September 23 for talks covering economic targets, energy sector reforms, inflation, foreign exchange reserves and privatisation.