SBP Governor Jameel Ahmad Highlights Pakistan’s Economic Recovery and Policy Priorities
State Bank of Pakistan Governor Jameel Ahmad highlights Pakistan’s economic recovery, easing inflation outlook, fiscal discipline and evidence-based policymaking at the ICMA Pakistan convocation.
SBP Raises Pakistan Policy Rate to 12% as Inflation Outlook Worsens
The State Bank of Pakistan raises its policy rate by 50 basis points to 12% as higher energy prices, rising inflation and external financing risks complicate the economic outlook for FY27.
Pakistan Eyes Above 4% Growth as Government Targets $1 Billion in Privatisation Proceeds
Finance Minister Muhammad Aurangzeb expects Pakistan’s economy to grow by more than 4% in the current fiscal year and says privatisation of five to six state-owned entities could raise over $1 billion.
Pakistan Economic Activity Set to Strengthen in FY27 as Agriculture and Manufacturing Recover
Finance Division expects Pakistan’s economic activity to strengthen in FY27 as agriculture, manufacturing, private-sector credit and external indicators improve, while inflation remains a key risk.
Pakistan Revenue Gains and BISP Subsidy Reform Discussed in IMF Talks
Pakistan exceeds its first-quarter revenue target as IMF talks review BISP cash transfers, electricity subsidy reforms, inflation and economic risks.
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%.