Pakistan Balance of Payments Posts $3.1 Billion Surplus as Remittances Reach $10.9 Billion in FY2027
Pakistan recorded a $3.1 billion balance of payments surplus in July-September FY2027, supported by higher remittances, a $3 billion Eurobond issuance and stronger foreign investment.
Government Repays Rs2.31 Trillion in Bank Loans in Q1 FY2027
Pakistan’s federal government retired Rs2.31 trillion in bank borrowing during July-September 2026, while private-sector credit demand remained weak, according to State Bank of Pakistan data.
Pakistan Economic Activity Set to Strengthen in FY27 as Agriculture and Manufacturing Recover
Finance Division expects Pakistan’s economic activity to strengthen in FY27 as agriculture, manufacturing, private-sector credit and external indicators improve, while inflation remains a key risk.
SBP Keeps Policy Rate at 11.5% as M2 Contracts 5.3% in Early FY2027
SBP maintained the policy rate at 11.5% on September 14 as broad money contracted 5.3% in early FY2027 amid seasonal credit repayments and oil price risks.
Pakistan Auto Financing Reaches Rs393.4 Billion in August 2026, SBP Data Shows
Automobile financing in Pakistan climbed to Rs393.4 billion in August 2026, rising 1.84% month-on-month and 33.77% year-on-year, while overall consumer financing reached Rs1.23 trillion.
FPCCI Criticizes SBP Rate Decision, Calls for Single-Digit Interest Rate to Support Industry
FPCCI President Atif Ikram Sheikh has criticized SBP’s decision to keep the policy rate at 11.5%, calling for lower borrowing costs to support businesses, manufacturing and exports.
Pakistan Inflation Expected At 10 To 11 Percent As Economic Risks Rise In FY27
Pakistan’s inflation is expected to remain elevated at 10 to 11 percent in August 2026, while weaker foreign investment, private-sector credit contraction and climate risks create additional challenges for economic growth and the external account.
Pakistan’s Domestic Demand Recovery Gains Momentum Across Key Sectors In FY27
Pakistan’s domestic demand recovery is gaining momentum in the opening month of FY27, with automobiles, petroleum, cement and mobile phones recording stronger demand, while improving credit and business confidence support wider economic activity.
Pakistan’s Broad Money Contracts Rs2.63 Trillion In Early FY2027 Amid Seasonal Monetary Trends
Pakistan’s broad money supply contracted by Rs2.63 trillion between July 1 and August 14 of FY2027, while government and private sector credit recorded seasonal retirements and the stock market remained under pressure in July.
Auto Financing In Pakistan Rises 39.65% To Rs386 Billion In July
Auto financing in Pakistan reached Rs386.29 billion in July 2026, rising 39.65% year on year, while overall consumer financing increased to Rs1.19 trillion.