Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif Calls for Economic Incentives to Drive GDP and Export Growth
Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif addresses the National Economic Council, emphasizing the need to transition from macroeconomic stability to active economic growth.
Pakistan Economic Outlook May 2026: KSE-100 Hits Record High Amid Rising Inflationary Pressure
A comprehensive review of Pakistan’s economic indicators for May 2026, highlighting a historic surge in the stock market, widening trade deficits, and increasing CPI inflation.
Pakistan GDP Grows 3.89% in Q2 FY26 Fueled by Industrial Rebound
National Accounts Committee reports 3.89% GDP growth for Q2 FY2025-26, led by a 7.4% surge in the industrial sector despite a slowdown in agricultural output.
SBP Governor projects 3.75-4.75% growth and stable inflation amid global uncertainty
State Bank of Pakistan Governor Jameel Ahmad projects economic growth of 3.75-4.75% and inflation of 5-7% for FY2026, highlights $16.2 billion forex reserves and $138 billion external debt, and outlines measures for stabilizing the economy.
Pakistan GDP Growth Likely Below IMF Forecast, Experts Cite Weak Exports and Investment
Economists project Pakistan’s GDP growth for FY26 to remain between 2.5–3%, falling short of the IMF’s 3.2% forecast, citing weak exports, low investment, and structural constraints.
Pakistan’s GDP to Grow 3% in FY2025–26 Amid Flood Recovery, World Bank Report
The World Bank projects Pakistan’s GDP growth at 3% in FY2025–26, rising to 3.4% in FY2026–27, driven by agricultural recovery and reconstruction post-floods, while warning of widening current account deficit and trade vulnerabilities.
Pakistan GDP Grows 3.71% in Q1 FY2026 with Industrial Growth at 9.38%
Pakistan’s GDP growth reached 3.71% in Q1 FY2026, driven by 9.38% industrial growth, despite floods, fiscal tightening, energy subsidy withdrawal, and food inflation, according to Federal Minister Ahsan Iqbal.
World Bank Highlights Pakistan’s Fragile Economic Recovery and Need for Reforms in 2025
The World Bank’s Pakistan Development Update 2025 warns that the country’s 3% growth rate is insufficient to reduce poverty or unemployment, urging structural reforms, tax expansion, and climate resilience to ensure sustainable economic recovery.
SBP Projects 3.25% GDP Growth for FY26 Amid Inflation and Structural Challenges
The SBP projects Pakistan’s GDP growth at 3.25% for FY26 while warning of inflation above 7% in H2. The report highlights structural weaknesses, fiscal and external pressures, and the need for reforms to sustain macroeconomic stability and private investment.
ADB Maintains Pakistan’s FY26 Growth Forecast at 3pc Amid Regional Trade Slowdown
ADB projects Pakistan’s economy to grow by 3% in FY26, maintaining its forecast despite regional trade pressures, while revising FY25 growth to 2.7% amid stronger industrial and services sector performance.