FBR Tax Shortfall Widens to Rs450 Billion as IMF Signals Limited Scope for Base Expansion
Pakistan’s FBR records Rs450 billion tax shortfall in July-February FY2025-26 despite revised targets, while IMF signals limited room for immediate tax base expansion amid fiscal pressures.
Pakistan Increases Petrol and Diesel Prices as Global Energy Markets Drive Upward Pressure
Pakistan has announced a rise in petrol and diesel prices for the next pricing cycle, reflecting international oil trends and regulatory recommendations, alongside a reduction in LPG rates for November.
Pakistan Achieves Fiscal Surplus through Strong Revenue Growth and Controlled Spending in FY2026
Pakistan’s fiscal indicators show significant improvement in FY2026, with a sharp rise in federal revenues, record non-tax collections, and disciplined expenditure management leading to a historic fiscal surplus.