PBS Data
Pakistan’s Unemployment Rate Hits 7.1% as Average Wages Surge
The Pakistan Bureau of Statistics (PBS) released its latest Labor Force Survey yesterday, revealing a challenging shift in the country’s job market. Pakistan’s unemployment rate…
Pakistan’s Textile Exports Fall for 3rd Straight Month in FY26
Pakistan’s textile and clothing exports continued to struggle in October 2025. The sector posted a 0.67% decline, marking the third straight month of negative growth.…
Short-Term Inflation Rises 0.53% WoW, 4.15% YoY in Pakistan
Pakistan’s weekly inflation, tracked via the Sensitive Price Indicator (SPI), rose 0.53% week-on-week and 4.15% year-on-year for the week ending November 13, 2025, the Pakistan…
Auto Loans in Pakistan Hit Rs305 Billion Amid Rising Demand
Pakistan’s auto financing sector continues its upward trend, with auto loans reaching Rs305 billion by September, up from Rs294 billion in August, according to the…
SBP Clarifies No Major Revision in Current Account After PBS Data Update
The State Bank of Pakistan (SBP) on Monday clarified that there will be no significant revisions to the country’s current account balance following the recent…
Pakistan’s Trade Deficit Hits $2.9bn in August 2025
Pakistan’s economy faces fresh pressure as the trade deficit widened sharply in August 2025, raising concerns over foreign exchange reserves and economic stability. The latest…
