Pakistan Eyes New Financing Deals to Extend Debt Maturities
Pakistan explores Sukuk, Panda bonds, debt swaps, secured financing and public-private partnerships with global financial institutions to extend debt maturities and strengthen investor confidence.
Pakistan Explores $1.5 Billion World Bank-Backed Financing Proposal
Pakistan is exploring a potential $1.5 billion financing proposal backed by World Bank and MIGA guarantees, while Finance Minister Muhammad Aurangzeb discusses debt management, mining investment, economic reforms and international financing options.
Pakistan May Reach B+ Sovereign Rating by Q1 FY28, Says Finance Minister Aurangzeb
Finance Minister Muhammad Aurangzeb says Pakistan could achieve a B+ sovereign credit rating by Q1 FY28 as reserves, remittances and macroeconomic stability improve.
Pakistan Raises Record $3 Billion Through Dual Tranche Eurobond Amid Strong Investor Demand
Pakistan raises a record $3 billion through a dual tranche Eurobond, attracting nearly $6 billion in orders across 5.5 year and 10 year maturities.
Pakistan, Germany Strengthen Economic Ties as Reform and Investment Efforts Continue
Pakistan and Germany have reaffirmed their commitment to stronger economic cooperation, with discussions focusing on reforms, investment, German businesses and FBR digitalization.
Banking Stocks Lead Pakistan Stock Exchange Decline Despite S&P Credit Upgrade
KSE-100 index drops 2.7 percent week-on-week as banking sector sell-off and geopolitical uncertainty overshadow S&P rating upgrade and bank growth.
Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif Welcomes Sovereign Credit Rating Upgrade to B by S&P Global
Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif hails S&P Global credit rating upgrade to B as a milestone reflecting global confidence in national economic reforms.
Fitch maintains Pakistan’s B- foreign currency rating, assigns Recovery Rating RR4
Fitch Ratings has maintained Pakistan’s long-term foreign currency debt rating at B- and assigned a Recovery Rating of RR4, reflecting the updated sovereign credit assessment framework introduced in September 2025.
Pakistani Banks Gain Momentum as Fitch Sees Brighter Economic Outlook
Fitch Ratings has upgraded Pakistan’s credit profile, signaling better economic prospects for the country’s banking sector. With inflation easing, interest rates reduced, and stronger capital buffers, Pakistani banks are expected to expand private-sector lending and strengthen profitability in the coming years.