Pakistan’s LSM Growth Faces Scrutiny as Data Discrepancies Raise Questions on Manufacturing Performance
PBS reports 4.82% LSM growth for July-December 2025, but surveys and fuel consumption data suggest declines, raising concerns over the accuracy of Pakistan’s manufacturing statistics.
Pakistan LSM Growth Hits 4.8% in H1 FY2026 as Auto Production and Cement Dispatches Surge
Pakistan’s Large-Scale Manufacturing grows 4.8% in Jul-Dec FY2026, led by automobiles, apparel, and petroleum products, with strong gains in vehicle output and cement dispatches.
Pakistan LSM Sector Grows 10.37% in November Amid Export Challenges
Pakistan’s Large Scale Manufacturing (LSM) sector grew 10.37% in November 2025, driven by automobile, petroleum, garments, and cement industries, while exports continued to decline.
Pakistan’s Large-Scale Manufacturing Gains Momentum as Key Sub-Sectors Drive Recovery
Pakistan’s LSM sector posts a 4.1 percent rise in early FY2026, supported by strong growth across 15 manufacturing categories. Automobiles and cement lead the industrial rebound, signaling renewed economic activity and improved production cycles.