Fuel Prices Surge in Pakistan as Petrol and Diesel Cross 414 Rupee Mark
The Government of Pakistan has announced a significant hike in petrol and diesel prices effective May 9, 2026, alongside an increase in the Petroleum Development Levy.
Pakistan Stock Exchange Braces for Volatile May as IMF Decision and Geopolitical Shifts Shape Investor Sentiment
The KSE-100 index faces a pivotal month in May 2026 with a $1.2 billion IMF tranche approval and shifting global dynamics expected to drive market performance and liquidity.
State Bank of Pakistan Increases Policy Rate to 11.5 Percent Amid Rising Global Inflation Risks
The State Bank of Pakistan has raised its benchmark policy rate by 100 basis points to 11.5 percent to counter inflation fueled by Middle East tensions and energy price hikes.
Pakistan Total Money Supply Reaches 47.69 Trillion Rupees In March 2026 As Currency In Circulation Surges
State Bank Of Pakistan Data Shows A 13.57 Percent Year On Year Increase In Money Supply With Currency In Circulation Reaching 11.91 Trillion Rupees.
SBP Hikes Policy Rate to 11.5% as Middle East Conflict Ignites Inflation Fears
The State Bank of Pakistan raises interest rates by 100 basis points in its first hike in three years, citing global energy price surges and geopolitical risks.
State Bank of Pakistan Expected to Maintain Policy Rate at 10.5 Percent Amid Global Uncertainty
Market analysts and financial institutions predict the State Bank of Pakistan will hold the policy rate at 10.5 percent during Monday’s MPC meeting.
State Bank of Pakistan Faces Critical Interest Rate Decision Amid Iran US Conflict and Inflation Surge
State Bank of Pakistan prepares for a key policy rate meeting as analysts debate a potential rate hike due to rising oil prices and inflation breaching target ranges.
SBP Governor Highlights Economic Stability Gains and FX Reserve Growth in Investor Briefings
SBP Governor Jameel Ahmad briefs global investors on Pakistan’s improving macroeconomic indicators, rising FX reserves, and growth outlook amid external risks.
World Bank Lowers Pakistan GDP Growth Forecast to 3 Percent Amid Rising Inflation and Global Tensions
The World Bank revises Pakistan’s FY2026 growth outlook downward due to Middle East instability, energy price hikes, and a shift in the current account balance.
Pakistan Finance Ministry Highlights Stable Economic Outlook Amid Global Risks
Pakistan’s Finance Ministry reports GDP growth, lower inflation, and improved fiscal balance, while cautioning on global commodity price fluctuations and Middle East developments.