Pakistan REER Index Reaches 107.92 in August 2026, SBP Data Shows
Pakistan’s Real Effective Exchange Rate Index stood at 107.92 in August 2026, with the index showing a 0.02% monthly and 7.71% yearly change, according to State Bank data.
Pakistan Consumer Confidence Falls 24.4% To Two Year Low
Pakistan’s Consumer Confidence Index fell 24.4% to 65.3 in the third quarter of FY2026, with inflation and unemployment concerns weighing on household sentiment.
Ipsos Survey Finds Only 14% of Pakistanis Consider Economy Strong
An Ipsos survey finds only 14% of Pakistanis consider the economy strong, while inflation remains the biggest public concern and confidence in investment and job security stays low.
Pakistan’s Economic Recovery Gains Momentum as Key Indicators Improve
Pakistan records improving economic indicators as July inflation falls to 9.2%, remittances reach $3.6 billion and large scale manufacturing grows 5%.
PSX KSE-100 Gains 574 Points to Close at 177,166
Pakistan Stock Exchange closes 574 points higher at 177,166 after volatile trading, while refinery stocks rally on upgrade deal news and SPI inflation rises 0.49%.
SBP Says 11.5% Interest Rate Supports Inflation Control And Economic Growth
SBP Governor Jameel Ahmad says the current 11.5% policy rate is appropriate to keep inflation within the 5-7% target while supporting investment and economic activity.
SBP Projects 3.5% To 4.5% Economic Growth For Pakistan In FY27 As Inflation Remains Elevated
State Bank of Pakistan projects 3.5% to 4.5% economic growth in FY27, with inflation expected to remain elevated before easing toward the upper end of the 5% to 7% target range.
Pakistan’s SPI Inflation Drops To 9.05 Percent Despite Global Oil Price Uncertainty
Pakistan’s Sensitive Price Indicator slowed to 9.05 percent year-on-year for the week ending July 30, 2026, as food prices declined despite continued volatility in global oil markets.
Gallup Survey Shows Pakistan Business Confidence Recovers in Second Quarter
Business confidence in Pakistan improves during the second quarter of 2026 driven by future expectations according to a new Gallup Pakistan survey.
FY27 Budget Outlook: IMF Commitments Narrow Pakistan’s Space for Broad Economic Relief
Pakistan’s FY27 federal budget is expected to prioritise fiscal discipline, IMF-linked reforms and revenue generation, leaving limited room for broad public relief despite improving economic indicators.