The Sensitive Price Indicator (SPI)-based weekly inflation decreased by 0.56 percent during the week ended on June 4, 2026 for the combined consumption group, the Pakistan Bureau of Statistics (PBS) reported on Friday. According to the PBS data, SPI for the week under review declined to 355.55 points as compared to 357.54 points recorded in […]
Inflation
Weekly inflation eases as prices of some essentials decline
Pakistan recorded a slight decline in weekly inflation, according to the latest figures released by the Pakistan Bureau of Statistics, offering some relief to consumers despite continued increases in the prices of several essential commodities. Read More: Weekly SPI declines as annual inflation remains sharply elevated The bureau reported that weekly inflation fell by 0.56 per cent during the latest […]
Pakistan’s consumer inflation rises to 11.7pc in May
ISLAMABAD: Pakistan’s consumer inflation accelerated to 11.7 per cent year-on-year in May, increasing pressure on household budgets as higher energy costs, transport charges and food prices continued to drive up the cost of living across Pakistan. Read More: Pakistan’s inflation climbs to 23-month high in May According to data released by the Pakistan Bureau of Statistics, inflation […]
SBP governor projects inflation to rise to 7 percent
Governor of the State Bank of Pakistan Jameel Ahmad has projected that Pakistan’s inflation rate could rise to 7 percent, while expressing optimism about medium-term economic stability and growth. مہنگائی کی شرح 7 فیصد تک جانے کا امکان ہے،گورنر اسٹیٹ بینکhttps://t.co/qBybnJRzs4 — Baaghi TV باغی ٹی وی (@BaaghiTV) May 16, 2026 Addressing the Karachi Chamber […]
Government cuts petrol, diesel prices by Rs5 per litre
The federal government has announced a reduction in petrol and diesel prices, offering temporary relief to consumers amid continued pressure from high fuel costs and inflation. According to a notification issued by the Petroleum Division, the prices of petrol and high-speed diesel have been reduced by Rs5 per litre each for the coming week. The […]
Short-term inflation up by 0.47%
The Sensitive Price Indicator (SPI) based weekly inflation increased by 0.47 percent during the week ended on May 14, 2026 for the combined consumption group, the Pakistan Bureau of Statistics (PBS) reported Friday. According to PBS data, SPI for the week under review rose to 358.71 points as compared to 357.04 points recorded in the […]
IMF sets new conditions, signals possible tariff hikes in Pakistan
The International Monetary Fund (IMF) has reportedly imposed 11 new conditions on Pakistan under its ongoing financial programme, raising the total number of requirements to 55, according to its latest review report. Read More: IMF says Pakistan’s economic recovery holds despite regional risks The new conditions focus on tightening fiscal discipline, strengthening tax reforms, and improving key economic […]
The Invisible Inflation
Pakistan’s economic landscape is currently defined by severe inflationary pressures, with the average citizen bearing the brunt of escalating costs for daily necessities. While global market trends and macroeconomic indicators often dominate the conversation surrounding inflation, a significant and correctable driver of grocery inflation lies hidden within the structural mechanics of the country’s taxation system. […]
Senate panel raises alarm over sharp rise in medicine prices
A Senate standing committee on health has raised concerns over a significant increase in medicine prices in Pakistan, revealing that the cost of various drugs has risen by up to 100% over the past two years. Read More: Senators demand capping of medical test prices at private labs During a recent committee meeting, lawmakers strongly criticised the continued rise in […]
Inflation returns to double digits at 10.9% in April 2026
Pakistan’s headline inflation clocked in at 10.9% on a year-on-year (YoY) basis in April 2026, as shown by Pakistan Bureau of Statistics (PBS) data on Friday, a reading higher than the Ministry of Finance’s estimate of 8-9%. The consumer price index (CPI) was recorded at 7.3% in March 2026. The CPI stood at 0.3% in […]