Pakistan Manufacturing PMI Falls Below 50 in September Amid Flood-Driven Disruptions
Pakistan’s manufacturing sector contracts for the first time since May 2024, with the HBL PMI falling to 48.0 in September due to flood-related disruptions, higher costs, and reduced orders, though optimism for future growth remains.
LSM Sector Shows Signs of Recovery with Strong Gains in Autos and Cement
Pakistan’s Large-Scale Manufacturing (LSM) sector posted a 4.1% year-on-year increase in June 2025, driven by strong performances in textiles, petroleum products, pharmaceuticals, autos, and cement, despite cumulative annual output remaining slightly negative.