Monetary Conditions Ease as Policy Rate Holds; PSX Sustains Bullish Momentum
Pakistan’s monetary conditions eased as the State Bank maintained the policy rate at 11 percent, while the Pakistan Stock Exchange continued its bullish rally in August 2025.
CPI Inflation Rises Moderately with Key Contributions from Health and Education
Pakistan’s CPI inflation stood at 4.1% in July 2025, rising moderately compared to June’s 3.2% and well below last year’s double-digit level. Increases were driven mainly by health, education, and clothing, while perishable food items recorded a notable decline.