Pakistan’s Economic Recovery Gains Momentum as IMF Agreement Strengthens Investor Confidence
Pakistan’s economy continues to show signs of stability and recovery in FY2026, backed by the IMF Staff-Level Agreement, fiscal discipline, and international recognition for its sustainable financing framework.
Federal Government Urges Provinces to Accelerate IMF Reforms Ahead of Key Review Deadline
The federal government has pressed Pakistan’s provincial administrations to urgently resolve pending IMF-related commitments and fiscal targets to ensure smooth progress in the second review of the $7 billion Extended Fund Facility (EFF), as well as the $1.4 billion Resilience and Sustainability Facility (RSF), with key reforms hanging in the balance.
KSE-100 Index Slides for Fourth Straight Session as Market Sentiment Weakens
The Pakistan Stock Exchange continues its losing streak as the KSE-100 index extends its decline for a fourth consecutive session, driven by institutional selling, foreign outflows, and investor unease despite positive economic indicators.
SBP Ties Future Interest Rate Cuts to IMF Review and Flood Impact Assessment
The State Bank of Pakistan (SBP) has indicated that future interest rate reductions will depend on the outcome of the IMF review and the economic repercussions of recent floods, as the central bank adopts a cautious stance despite stabilizing inflation trends.
Pakistan Plans $750 Million Financing Drive with First Panda Bond Launch
Pakistan is preparing to raise $750 million through commercial borrowing and its first-ever Panda Bond issuance, supported by ADB and AIIB guarantees, to strengthen reserves ahead of an IMF review.