Pakistan’s Ministry of Finance has projected an average inflation rate of 8.6 per cent for the upcoming fiscal year 2026–27, as discussions with the International Monetary Fund (IMF) continue over the country’s macroeconomic framework. Read More: Short-term inflation up by 0.47% According to official details, Pakistan and the visiting IMF mission have reached broad agreement on the […]
Pakistan economy
IMF proposes higher BISP payments in Pakistan talks
The International Monetary Fund (IMF) has proposed increasing financial assistance under Pakistan’s Benazir Income Support Programme (BISP) by Rs5,500, as discussions continue over economic reforms and the upcoming federal budget. According to official sources, the IMF has recommended raising the quarterly BISP stipend from Rs14,500 to Rs20,000 to provide greater financial relief to low-income households […]
FPCCI proposes tax relief for salaried class
The Federation of Pakistan Chambers of Commerce and Industry (FPCCI) has proposed tax relief measures for salaried individuals in its budget recommendations for fiscal year 2026-27, urging the government to reduce the income tax burden on fixed-income earners. Read More: Govt to leverage expertise for development: Haroon Akhtar According to the proposals submitted to the […]
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 […]
IMF sets 11 new conditions for Pakistan economic reforms
The International Monetary Fund (IMF) has imposed 11 new conditions on Pakistan as part of its ongoing economic reform programme, including further increases in petroleum, gas and electricity prices, according to official reports. The new requirements also include structural reforms aimed at improving fiscal discipline, strengthening tax collection, and enhancing transparency in key government institutions. […]
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 […]
IMF says Pakistan’s economic recovery holds despite regional risks
The International Monetary Fund (IMF) has said Pakistan’s economic recovery remains on track due to steady policy implementation, while warning that the ongoing conflict in the Middle East could create fresh risks for growth, inflation and external stability. Read More: IMF pressures Pakistan to tighten money laundering controls In its latest assessment released after completing the third review […]
Pakistan suffers ₨860 billion losses from IP violations
Overseas Investors Chamber of Commerce and Industry has revealed that intellectual property rights violations are causing annual losses of nearly ₨860 billion, equal to about $3.1 billion, in revenue and taxes across Pakistan. The findings emerged in the chamber’s latest survey, which examined the impact of weak intellectual property protections on businesses operating in multiple […]
Pakistan PSDP spending stays below target despite budget cuts
Development spending under Pakistan’s Public Sector Development Programme reached ₨469.9 billion during the first 10 months of fiscal year 2025-26, although utilisation remained below official targets despite reductions in the overall development budget. Officials said ongoing fiscal pressures and regional tensions continued affecting the pace of public sector development projects. According to the Monthly Development […]
Pakistan raises ₨950 billion as T-bill yields climb
The government raised ₨950 billion through treasury bill auctions on Wednesday while increasing cut-off yields by up to 40 basis points across major tenors. The move marked the second upward adjustment since the State Bank of Pakistan raised its policy rate to 11.5% on April 27 to manage inflation and liquidity pressures. According to official […]