Nida Gulzar

Nida Gulzar

Research Analyst

A distinguished economist with an M. Phil. in Applied Economics, Nida Gulzar has a strong research record. Nida has worked with the Pakistan Business Council (PBC), Pakistan Banks' Association (PBA), and KTrade, providing useful insights across economic sectors. Nida continues to impact economic debate and policy at the Economist Intelligence Unit (EIU) and Nukta. As a Women in Economics (WiE) Initiative mentor, she promotes inclusivity. Nida's eight 'Market Access Series papers help discover favourable market scenarios and export destinations.

Fields of Expertise

International Trade, Macroeconomics, Equity Research, Political Economy, Financial Economics

Pakistan’s power paradox: costs expected to soar to PKR 3.3 trillion despite flat generation
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Pakistan’s power paradox: costs expected to soar to PKR 3.3 trillion despite flat generation

Stagnant electricity output, ballooning capacity payments, and rising per-unit costs put pressure on tariffs and the economy

Key takeaways from Pakistan central bank's monetary policy meeting
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Key takeaways from Pakistan central bank's monetary policy meeting

SBP maintains the status quo at 11% amid fragile recovery, eyes external risks

Pakistan auto sales surge 34% in May on eased roadblocks, cheaper financing
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Pakistan auto sales surge 34% in May on eased roadblocks, cheaper financing

Toyota and Honda lead the recovery; Suzuki stumbles despite two-wheeler surge

Broadening the base: A critical review of Pakistan’s FY26 tax measures
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Broadening the base: A critical review of Pakistan’s FY26 tax measures

From digital transactions to FATA industries, new measures aim to boost collections—but at what cost to consumers and businesses?

Foreign investment slips to $1.2 billion despite economic recovery signals
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Foreign investment slips to $1.2 billion despite economic recovery signals

Global headwinds threaten investment revival amid geopolitical tensions & trade policies

Pakistan government’s debt crosses PKR 77 trillion — but a new trend in borrowing emerges
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Pakistan government’s debt crosses PKR 77 trillion — but a new trend in borrowing emerges

Domestic debt hit PKR 52.5 trillion, growing 18.1% year-on-year