SBP Clarifies: No Major Revisions Expected in Trade and Current Account Data After PBS Updates
The State Bank of Pakistan (SBP) has issued a clarification stating that its trade and current account figures will not see significant revisions following Pakistan Bureau of Statistics (PBS) trade data adjustments, as SBP’s calculations rely primarily on actual payment records from banks.
Pakistan’s Trade Deficit Surges 46% in September 2025 Amid Falling Exports and Rising Imports
Pakistan’s trade deficit surged 46% in September 2025 to US$3.3 billion, driven by falling exports and rising imports, raising concerns over foreign exchange reserves and economic stability.