Pakistan Trade Deficit Widens 18.1% to $7.1 Billion in July-August, FPCCI Warns
FPCCI President Atif Ikram Sheikh raises concerns over Pakistan’s widening trade deficit, calling for lower interest rates and reduced energy and transportation costs.
Ipsos Survey Finds Only 14% of Pakistanis Consider Economy Strong
An Ipsos survey finds only 14% of Pakistanis consider the economy strong, while inflation remains the biggest public concern and confidence in investment and job security stays low.
Punjab’s Budgetary Borrowing Surges to Rs753 Billion in Seven Weeks
Punjab borrowed Rs753.4 billion from banks for budgetary support during the first seven weeks of FY27, rising more than 145% from Rs306.8 billion a year earlier.
Pakistan Afghanistan Border Closures Cause Estimated $2.5 Billion Trade Losses
Pakistan has suffered an estimated $2.5 billion in trade losses following prolonged closure of border crossings with Afghanistan, according to KCCI President Yousaf Afridi.
FBR Revenue Jumps 40% As Pakistan Sustains Fiscal Discipline
Pakistan records three consecutive years of primary fiscal surpluses as FBR revenue rises 40%, tax to GDP improves and digital reforms reshape tax administration.
Pakistan’s Short Term Foreign Currency Liabilities Reach $24.38 Billion In July 2026
Pakistan faces $24.38 billion in expected foreign currency outflows from maturing loans, securities and deposits, while official reserve assets stood at $26.63 billion by July 31, 2026.
Pakistan Seeks Saudi Investment in Blockchain, Technology, Energy and Mining
Finance Minister Muhammad Aurangzeb has called for greater Saudi investment in Pakistan’s blockchain, technology, energy, mining and infrastructure sectors.
HBL Manufacturing PMI Rises to Highest Level Since War Began
HBL Pakistan Manufacturing PMI rose to 51.8 in August 2026, supported by stronger domestic orders, export demand and improving supply chain conditions.
Pakistan Seeks Deutsche Bank Engagement For Investment, Financing And Capital Market Opportunities
Finance Minister Muhammad Aurangzeb discussed Pakistan’s economic outlook, external financing strategy, investment opportunities and expanded cooperation with Deutsche Bank.
Pakistan, ADB Strengthen Reform Cooperation With Focus on Private Sector Growth
Pakistan and ADB discussed structural reforms, SME financing, private-sector development, investment, exports, infrastructure and climate resilience to support sustainable economic growth.