PIDE Warns of Significant Macroeconomic Risks to Pakistan Amid Middle East Energy Volatility
The Pakistan Institute of Development Economics issues a policy alert on how rising oil prices and Strait of Hormuz tensions could destabilize Pakistan’s inflation and reserves.
Pakistan Holds Formal IMF Talks Ahead of Extended Fund Facility Review
Pakistan initiates discussions with visiting IMF delegation on the third review of its $7 billion Extended Fund Facility and second Resilience and Sustainability Facility, focusing on fiscal performance, reforms, and macroeconomic stability.
Pakistan Prepares for IMF Third Review as Finance Ministry Confirms Economic Stability
Pakistan is set to host an IMF delegation later this month for the third review of its economic program, with Finance Minister Muhammad Aurangzeb confirming fiscal stability, ongoing structural reforms, and no external financing gap in the submitted framework.
Pakistan Prepares for IMF Review Amid Economic Reforms and $1.2 Billion Disbursement
Pakistan is set to host an IMF delegation for the third review of its economic program, highlighting fiscal reforms, structural improvements, and $1.2 billion in expected disbursements to support growth and stability.
Pakistan’s Economic Reset: High-Level Dialogue at 17th Karachi Literature Festival
A panel of top policymakers and economists will discuss Pakistan’s economic reform priorities, macroeconomic stability, and strategies to rebuild investor confidence at the 17th Karachi Literature Festival on February 7, 2026.
Pakistan attracts 225 global investors in historic virtual roadshow led by finance ministry
Pakistan’s virtual investor roadshow, led by the finance minister and arranged with Standard Chartered Bank, drew 225 global investors managing over $35 trillion in assets, signaling renewed confidence in the country’s reform-led economic outlook.
Pakistan Sees 762,000 Citizens Migrate Abroad in 2025, Remittances Support Economy
Over 762,000 Pakistanis migrated abroad in 2025, with remittances reaching $19.7 billion, becoming the largest source of foreign inflows and helping stabilize Pakistan’s economy amid declining FDI and exports.
Pakistan GDP Growth Likely Below IMF Forecast, Experts Cite Weak Exports and Investment
Economists project Pakistan’s GDP growth for FY26 to remain between 2.5–3%, falling short of the IMF’s 3.2% forecast, citing weak exports, low investment, and structural constraints.
SBP Keeps Policy Rate Unchanged at 10.5%, Projects Up to 4.75% GDP Growth in FY26
State Bank of Pakistan keeps policy rate at 10.5% in January 2026 MPC meeting, citing improving growth outlook, easing inflation and containing external pressures.
Pakistan IPO Market 2025: Rs4.3 Billion Raised as Investor Demand Remains Strong
Seven IPOs at the Pakistan Stock Exchange raised Rs4.3 billion in 2025, maintaining strong investor demand despite smaller issue sizes, supported by macroeconomic stability and a declining interest rate environment.