IMF Revises Pakistan Economic Forecast for Fiscal Year 2027 Citing Global Price Pressures
The International Monetary Fund updates Pakistan macroeconomic outlook following its third review, adjusting growth targets and inflation expectations for fiscal years 2026 and 2027.
Pakistan Hikes Petrol and Diesel Prices by Rs 15 as Strait of Hormuz Blockade Triggers Global Energy Crisis
The Government of Pakistan has raised fuel prices to over 414 rupees per liter following the closure of the Strait of Hormuz and mounting pressure from the IMF.
IMF Approves $1.2 Billion Disbursement for Pakistan Under EFF and Resilience Facilities
The IMF Executive Board has approved the release of a $1.2 billion tranche for Pakistan, providing a major boost to foreign exchange reserves and economic stability.
State Bank Policy Rate Hike To Increase Financing Costs for CPPA G Circular Debt Loans
The State Bank of Pakistan recent 100 basis point interest rate hike is set to raise the annual repayment burden for CPPA G by billions while the government maintains current power surcharges.
IMF Executive Board Sets May 8 Meeting to Approve 1.2 Billion Dollar Disbursement for Pakistan
IMF prepares to release 1.2 billion dollars to Pakistan following successful program reviews, focusing on fuel levy targets and long term fiscal consolidation.
Pakistan Pledges TSA Consolidation to IMF as Finance Ministry Uncovers Rs1 Trillion Parked in Commercial Accounts
The Government of Pakistan commits to the IMF to bring 70 new public entity accounts under the Treasury Single Account to improve cash management and fiscal transparency.
Pakistan and IMF Finalize Strict Fiscal Targets for 2026 Budget to Secure Economic Stability
Pakistan commits to a Rs2.8 trillion primary surplus and a $5.6 billion reserve boost in a landmark fiscal agreement with the IMF to stabilize the national economy.
IMF Executive Board Set to Review Pakistan’s Staff-Level Agreement in May 2026
The IMF Executive Board is expected to review Pakistan’s Staff-Level Agreement next month, potentially unlocking $1.2 billion in funding under the EFF and RSF programs.
IMF Mission to Visit Pakistan in May for Finalizing 15.6 Trillion Rupee Tax Target
IMF mission scheduled for May 2026 to finalize Pakistan’s 2026-27 budget as the Fund sets an ambitious 15.564 trillion rupee tax collection target for the FBR.
IMF Proposes Rs15.6 Trillion Tax Target and Removal of Fuel Exemptions for Pakistan
The IMF suggests a massive revenue target and taxes on fuel, solar users, and new homes, but Pakistani authorities resist further burdening the existing tax base.