Pakistan Inflation Expected at 8-9 Percent as Macroeconomic Stability Firms Up
Pakistan’s inflation is projected to stay within the 8–9% range for April 2026, supported by narrowed fiscal deficits, industrial recovery, and strong remittances.
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.
SBP Governor Highlights Accelerated Macroeconomic Recovery at IMF-World Bank Spring Meetings
State Bank of Pakistan Governor Jameel Ahmad briefs foreign investors on Pakistan’s faster-than-expected economic recovery and stabilizing inflation trends.
IMF Managing Director Kristalina Georgieva Commends Pakistan Economic Stability and Structural Reform Progress
IMF chief Kristalina Georgieva praises Pakistan fiscal discipline and reform efforts during a strategic meeting with Finance Minister Muhammad Aurangzeb.
Pakistan Stabilizes External Debt Management with Successful 1.42 Billion Dollar Eurobond Repayment
Pakistan reinforces financial stability by repaying 1.42 billion dollars in external debt including a major 1.3 billion dollar Eurobond to boost investor confidence.
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.