MCB Bank Expects Policy Rate Stability Through 2026, Plans 40 New Branches
MCB Bank plans to open 40 new branches in 2026 and expects State Bank of Pakistan’s policy rate to remain at 11.5% through the rest of the year, while deposits and digital banking activity continue to grow.
Pakistan Economic Outlook July 2026 Inflation Risks Mount Amid FDI Decline and Middle East Tensions
The Finance Division projects July 2026 inflation between 9 to 10 percent as foreign direct investment drops 33.9 percent alongside export contraction and geopolitical stress.
State Bank of Pakistan Projects Stronger External Account Stability and Forex Reserve Growth
State Bank of Pakistan outlines an improved external account outlook with surging remittances, declining debt servicing costs, and rising forex reserves for FY27.
Pakistan Current Account Reverses to $139 Million Deficit in FY2025-26
State Bank of Pakistan data shows the current account registered a $139 million deficit in FY2025-26 as a widening goods trade deficit offset record remittance growth.
State Bank of Pakistan Reports Record Breaking Current Account Surplus for March 2026
Pakistan achieves a historic current account surplus of $1.07bn in March 2026, marking the third consecutive monthly surplus and a significant economic turnaround.
Finance Minister Muhammad Aurangzeb Reaffirms Support for Roshan Digital Account at Washington Diaspora Event
During a roadshow in Washington, Finance Minister Muhammad Aurangzeb highlighted the resilience of the Roshan Digital Account and its role in Pakistan economic stability.
Pakistan and Mastercard Partner to Expand Financial Inclusion and Fintech Innovation
Finance Minister Muhammad Aurangzeb and Mastercard leadership meet at the IMF World Bank Spring Meetings to discuss digital payments and cybersecurity in Pakistan.
Pakistan Current Account Reaches Surplus as IT Exports and Remittances Hit Record Highs
Pakistan recorded a $1.1 billion current account surplus in March 2026, supported by a 19.8% surge in IT services exports and $30.3 billion in worker remittances.
Overseas Pakistanis Boost Roshan Digital Account Inflows to 12.43 Billion Dollars
RDA inflows reached 260.8 million dollars in March 2026 as total cumulative deposits hit 12.43 billion dollars with over 917000 accounts now active.
Pakistan Adapts Labor Export Strategy Amid Middle East Geopolitical Tensions
Pakistan’s Ministry of Overseas Pakistanis is drafting a new strategy to boost manpower exports following a decline in worker departures due to regional instability.