Pakistan’s Large Scale Manufacturing Sees 4% Growth in Q1FY26
Pakistan’s Large Scale Manufacturing Industries grow 4.08% in Q1FY26, led by automobiles, cement, and food, while pharmaceuticals, furniture, and machinery sectors face declines, reflecting a mixed yet cautiously optimistic industrial outlook.
SBP Implements New Restrictions on Cash Dollar Transactions as Pakistan Shifts Further Toward Cashless Currency Flows
The State Bank of Pakistan introduces major restrictions on cash dollar transactions, mandating account-to-account transfers for foreign currency deposits and tightening documentation requirements for individual buyers.
Pakistan’s Forex Reserves Dip by $165 Million Amid Commercial Bank Outflows
Pakistan’s total foreign exchange reserves declined by $165 million in the week ending October 24, 2025, as commercial banks saw significant outflows despite a slight rise in SBP’s own reserves. Analysts expect inflows from the IMF under the Extended Fund Facility to support reserve levels and stabilize the currency.