Pakistan’s LSM Growth Faces Scrutiny as Data Discrepancies Raise Questions on Manufacturing Performance
PBS reports 4.82% LSM growth for July-December 2025, but surveys and fuel consumption data suggest declines, raising concerns over the accuracy of Pakistan’s manufacturing statistics.
Pakistan’s Economy Set for Up to 4.75% Growth in FY26, SBP Signals Recovery Across Key Sectors
State Bank of Pakistan raises FY26 growth forecast to 3.75–4.75%, highlighting stronger domestic demand, resilient agriculture, and manufacturing gains, amid easing financial conditions and IMF program support.
Large-Scale Manufacturing Shows Strong Upward Growth in 2025
Pakistan’s Large-Scale Manufacturing sector posted 9 percent year-on-year growth in July 2025, with strong performances from automobiles, textiles, and cement, signaling upward momentum in industrial activity.