Addressing the Growing Concentration Risk in Pakistan’s External Account and GCC Dependency
Pakistan faces severe economic vulnerability due to its overreliance on GCC remittances and debt. Diversification is essential as regional conflicts and geopolitical shifts threaten financial stability.
Remittance Revolution: Pakistan Launches RDA 2.0 to Bridge Trade Gap and Attract Global Investment
With remittances covering 130% of the trade deficit in FY25, Pakistan expands the Roshan Digital Account (RDA) framework to foreign investors to stabilize the economy.
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.
Pakistan US Trade Balance February 2026 Export Growth and Import Trends
Pakistan reports a 3.62 percent increase in exports to the United States reaching 4.156 billion dollars while imports from the US surged by over 27 percent.
Pakistan Signals Interest Rate Hikes and Currency Devaluation to IMF Amid Global Tensions
Pakistan pledges to increase interest rates and ease currency controls to secure a $1 billion IMF tranche as Middle East conflicts impact oil prices and inflation.
Pakistan Signals Interest Rate Hikes and Currency Devaluation to IMF Amid Global Tensions
Pakistan pledges to increase interest rates and ease currency controls to secure a $1 billion IMF tranche as Middle East conflicts impact oil prices and inflation.
China Remains Pakistan’s Top Import Source with $12.5 Billion in 8MFY26
State Bank of Pakistan data reveals China, UAE, and Saudi Arabia as the leading import partners for February 2026, with significant growth in US trade.
Pakistan Petroleum Imports Decline Year-on-Year in December as Overall Import Bill Rises
Pakistan’s petroleum import bill declined 6% YoY to $1.18bn in December 2025, while total imports rose sharply on a monthly basis, driven by transport, machinery, food, and chemical imports, SBP data shows.
SBP expected to maintain policy rate at 11% as inflation increases post-floods and recovery begins
The State Bank of Pakistan (SBP) is expected to keep its policy rate unchanged at 11% in the upcoming MPC meeting, as inflation rises following recent floods and early signs of recovery appear in key sectors.
KSE-100 gains 708 points on IMF progress, easing geopolitical tensions, and market optimism
The KSE-100 index gained 708 points during a volatile trading week, supported by progress on IMF agreements, easing geopolitical tensions, and investor optimism. Analysts expect continued momentum as corporate results season unfolds.