Pakistan IMF Review Talks Near Completion for Fifth Loan Tranche Release
Pakistan and the IMF are expected to conclude review talks this week, with discussions covering tax collection, energy reforms, circular debt and the NFC Award.
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.
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.
PSX Outlook: IMF Review, Monetary Policy and Oil Prices to Drive Market Sentiment
Pakistan’s stock market remains sensitive to geopolitical developments, with the IMF review, monetary policy decision, oil prices and improving economic indicators expected to shape investor sentiment.
IMF-Linked Reforms Lead to Abolition of Up to 60% of Vacant Federal Jobs in Pakistan
Pakistan begins abolishing up to 60% of vacant federal government positions as part of spending cuts linked to commitments under the International Monetary Fund programme.
PSX May Regain Momentum On Improving Economic Indicators And Earnings
Pakistan Stock Exchange is expected to regain momentum as improving economic indicators, corporate earnings, fiscal conditions and the upcoming IMF review support investor sentiment.
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.