Pakistan Fiscal Deficit Shrinks to 0.05 Percent of GDP as Industrial Growth Surges
Finance Minister Muhammad Aurangzeb reports a massive reduction in fiscal deficit and a primary surplus of 3.2 percent for fiscal year 2026.
Treasury Bill Yields Rise After SBP Holds Policy Rate, Government Raises Rs823 Billion
Pakistan raises Rs823 billion in its first T-bill auction after SBP keeps the policy rate unchanged, with yields climbing up to 39 basis points and approaching the 10.50% benchmark.
CFA Society Pakistan Honors Ministry of Finance for Groundbreaking Public Debt Transaction
The Ministry of Finance receives a Special Award from CFA Society Pakistan for a historic Public Debt Transaction, marking a milestone in Pakistan’s fiscal management and debt strategy.
Fitch Highlights APAC’s Steady Growth Amid Limited Fiscal Space and Global Headwinds
Fitch Ratings projects the Asia-Pacific region to maintain solid economic growth despite tightening fiscal space, rising debt levels, and weak global demand, highlighting the importance of sound policy and fiscal discipline across APAC economies.
Govt Raises ₨934bn Through PIBs and T-Bills Auctions as Investors Favor Short Tenors
The government of Pakistan has raised around ₨934 billion through PIBs and T-Bills auctions, with investors showing strong demand for short-term instruments amid stable interest rates and monetary policy expectations.
Pakistan’s Public Debt Declines by Rs765 Billion, Signaling Fiscal Stability
Pakistan’s total public debt fell by Rs765 billion in August 2025, reflecting improved fiscal management and growing investor confidence as the government intensifies its efforts toward economic stabilization and debt sustainability.
Pakistan Government Clears Rs500 Billion SBP Loan Ahead of Schedule, Strengthening Debt Profile
Pakistan retires Rs500 billion in central bank loans four years before maturity, signaling disciplined fiscal governance, reduced debt risks, and major interest cost savings for the economy.
Pakistan’s Public Debt Surpasses Rs. 76 Trillion, Driven by Surge in Domestic Borrowing
Pakistan’s central government debt has surged over Rs. 76 trillion, reflecting a 12.3% annual rise driven by mounting domestic borrowing, according to the State Bank’s latest data.