Pakistan Economy
Middle East Conflict Threatens Pakistan with $68 Billion Economic Loss
The ongoing Middle East conflict threatens to inflict severe damage on Pakistan’s economy. Annual losses could reach anywhere between $10 billion and $68 billion. This…
Business Leaders Back Mortgage Scheme, Seek Rs30m Loan Limit and Private Sector Role
Business leaders have welcomed the government’s new mortgage housing finance initiative, calling it a positive step for boosting home ownership and stimulating economic activity, while…
Pakistan Cement Sector Attracts $700M Investment for Seven New Plants
Pakistan’s cement industry is set for a major expansion as the Special Investment Facilitation Council (SIFC) has cleared regulatory and procedural hurdles for the establishment…
Govt Promises Pro-Growth, Export-Focused Budget 2026–27
Minister of State for Finance Bilal Azhar Kayani has said the upcoming federal budget for 2026–27 will focus on pro-growth policies and export-led economic expansion, as the government…
Fitch Affirms Pakistan at B- with Stable Outlook, Projects 3.1% Growth in FY2026
Fitch Ratings has reaffirmed Pakistan’s Long-Term Foreign-Currency Issuer Default Rating at ‘B-’ with a Stable Outlook, citing continued macroeconomic stabilisation efforts, progress under the IMF programme,…
Saudi Arabia, Qatar to Provide $5B Support to Pakistan Amid Debt Pressure
Saudi Arabia and Qatar have assured Pakistan of around $5 billion in financial assistance to help ease pressure on the country’s foreign exchange reserves amid upcoming debt repayments. The development…
Pakistan Urged to Recover $800 Million From Etisalat After UAE’s Sudden Debt Demand
Transparency International Pakistan has urged the government to immediately recover outstanding dues from the privatization of Pakistan Telecommunication Company Limited, warning that the unpaid amount has ballooned…
Pakistan’s Largest Tyre Maker Announces $120M Expansion to Boost Exports
Pakistan’s leading tyre manufacturer, Service Long March Tyres (Private) Limited, has unveiled plans to invest an additional $120 million to expand its production capacity, aiming to significantly increase…
Petrol, Diesel Prices May Rise Up to Rs. 6.55 Per Litre from February 16
Petrol and diesel prices are likely to increase in the upcoming fortnight, with the government expected to revise rates from February 16. According to sources,…
Pakistan Sees $176 Million Foreign Bond Inflows in 19 Months
Pakistan has attracted $176 million in foreign inflows into its sovereign bonds in January 2026, marking the largest monthly investment in 19 months, according to…
New Oil and Gas Discoveries Strengthen Pakistan’s Energy Supply
Pakistan has made a major stride in energy exploration, with 40 new oil and gas reserves discovered during the tenure of the current federal coalition…
SBP Governor Expects Pakistan’s Economy to Outperform IMF Forecasts
State Bank of Pakistan (SBP) Governor Jameel Ahmed projected that Pakistan’s economy could grow up to 4.75 percent in FY26, exceeding the International Monetary Fund’s…
IMF Team to Visit Pakistan for Third Review This Month
An International Monetary Fund (IMF) delegation is expected to visit Pakistan later this month to conduct the third review of the country’s ongoing economic program,…
