Moody’s Lifts India Fiscal 2027 GDP Growth Forecast to 7% Amid Middle East Resilience
Moody’s raises India’s fiscal 2027 real GDP growth forecast to 7% from 6%, citing economic resilience while warning of energy and food price risks.
SBP Holds Policy Rate at 11.5% as Inflation and Global Risks Shape Monetary Policy
The State Bank of Pakistan keeps its policy rate unchanged at 11.5%, citing rising inflation, Middle East tensions, oil prices, supply disruptions and contained external account pressures.
Moody’s Says Pakistan Economy Is More Resilient to External Shocks
Moody’s Sovereign Credit Analyst Grace Lim says Pakistan has stronger economic buffers against external shocks, supported by lower inflation, a stable exchange rate and higher foreign exchange reserves.
Moody’s Upgrades Pakistan Sovereign Rating to B3 from Caa1
Moody’s upgrades Pakistan’s sovereign credit rating to B3 from Caa1 with a stable outlook, citing improved governance, stronger reserves, fiscal gains and easing external risks.
PM Shehbaz Sharif Welcomes Moody’s Upgrade of Pakistan Rating to B3
Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif welcomes Moody’s upgrade of Pakistan’s sovereign credit rating from Caa1 to B3, citing economic reforms and improving global confidence.
Pakistan Finance Minister Meets Moody’s to Advocate for Credit Rating Upgrade
Senator Muhammad Aurangzeb highlights IMF progress and structural reforms to Moody’s in a bid to improve Pakistan’s sovereign credit rating.
Pakistan consolidates economic stability as investor confidence returns
Finance Minister Muhammad Aurangzeb says Pakistan’s economy is stabilizing, with inflation easing, reserves improving, and credit ratings upgraded. He highlighted structural reforms, digital transformation, and trade diversification as key drivers of renewed investor confidence and sustainable growth.
Aurangzeb ‘quite hopeful’ Pakistan can achieve 3.5% GDP growth in FY26 despite flood impact
Finance Minister Muhammad Aurangzeb has expressed optimism that Pakistan will achieve close to 3.5% GDP growth in FY26 despite the flood impact. He highlighted macroeconomic stability, IMF support, credit rating upgrades, privatization progress, and deepening China-Pakistan economic ties as key factors driving recovery.
Pakistan Eyes Eurobond Market Return in 2026 to Boost Global Investor Confidence
Pakistan plans to return to the Eurobond market in 2026 as part of a broader economic reform and investment strategy, following successful Eurobond repayment and improving credit outlook. The initiative aims to attract global investors and diversify funding sources.
Pakistan Seeks Stronger Economic Partnerships with U.S., China, and Japan at IMF–World Bank Meetings
Pakistan’s Finance Minister Muhammad Aurangzeb engaged with U.S., Chinese, and Japanese officials on the sidelines of the IMF–World Bank Meetings, focusing on investment, digital cooperation, and fiscal reforms. High-level talks with French Hill, Liao Min, and Nobumitsu Hayashi reflected Islamabad’s strategic outreach to deepen partnerships with major global economies.