IMF Urges Pakistan to Expand Tax Base and Implement Growth-Oriented Economic Reforms
IMF Pakistan representative Dr. Mahir Binici calls for a broader and fairer tax system, stronger governance, higher health and education spending and structural reforms to support investment and sustainable economic growth.
SBP Raises Pakistan Policy Rate to 12% as Inflation Outlook Worsens
The State Bank of Pakistan raises its policy rate by 50 basis points to 12% as higher energy prices, rising inflation and external financing risks complicate the economic outlook for FY27.
SBP Projects Pakistan Forex Reserves to Reach $25 Billion by June 2027
State Bank of Pakistan Governor Jameel Ahmad expects foreign exchange reserves to rise to $25 billion by June 2027, supported by market dollar purchases and improved external stability.
IMF Projects Pakistan Current Account Deficit at $4.5 Billion and Financing Needs at Up to 25% of GDP
The IMF warns Pakistan faces external financing risks from rising imports and moderating remittances, projecting a $4.5 billion current account deficit and financing needs of 22% to 25% of GDP.
Pakistan Incomes Could Triple by 2050 With 6.9% Growth, World Bank Says
The World Bank says Pakistan could triple incomes by 2050 through structural reforms, stronger private investment and sustained annual economic growth of 6.2% to 6.9%.
Pakistan GDP Growth at 3.65% in FY2026, Economy Valued at $450.4 Billion
Pakistan’s National Accounts Committee revised FY2026 GDP growth to 3.65%, with the economy reaching Rs126.4 trillion or $450.4 billion and per capita income rising to Rs531,897.
Pakistan FX Reserves Rise to $21.5 Billion as GDP Growth Reaches 3.7% in FY26
Pakistan’s foreign exchange reserves recovered to $21.5 billion by October 9, 2026, while economic growth reached 3.7% in FY26, according to State Bank Governor Jameel Ahmad.
Pakistan GDP Growth Reaches 3.7% in FY26, Aurangzeb Says
Finance Minister Muhammad Aurangzeb says Pakistan’s economy grew 3.7% in FY26, with growth near 4% expected in FY27 as the government advances tax reforms, investment and export-led growth.
ADB Maintains Pakistan FY2027 Growth Forecast At 3.7%, Inflation Seen At 8.3%
The Asian Development Bank maintains Pakistan’s FY2027 growth forecast at 3.7% but expects inflation to rise to 8.3% amid higher energy costs and geopolitical risks.
Pakistan Economic Survey 2025-26 Outlines GDP Recovery And Major Fiscal Consolidation
The Pakistan Economic Survey 2025-26 reveals a GDP growth recovery to 3.70 percent alongside a historic primary surplus and emerging inflation risks.