Economy

Week-on-week, the Sensitive Price Indicator rose 1.93%

Recovery gains pace on reforms, though inflation and global risks loom

Job stress level in the country climbs to 62%, far above the global average of 40%

IMF, World Bank, WFP warn poorest nations face biggest hit

Central government debt rises 9.4% compared to last year, driven by fiscal deficit financing

Disruptions could drive inflation, weaken currencies and strain growth across unevenly exposed economies

Cumulative nine-month inflows cross $30 billion in FY26; inflows from Saudi Arabia, UAE dip by up to 7%

Govt reviews rates as ceasefire-driven decline in global crude offers relief

Rates drop across tenors while PSX rallies on improving regional outlook

IRSA advisory body convenes in Islamabad to set provincial withdrawals for the April–September cropping season

Officials say repayment reinforces Pakistan's improved fiscal management

Govt to revisit IMF targets as Middle East tensions reshape fiscal outlook

Rising global prices and fuel costs trigger pre-season surge

Govt plans Panda bonds and commercial borrowing under IMF program

Reforms eliminate repetitive documentation, speed up transactions

Report calls for joint action to tackle widening global imbalances

Regulator proposes smart metering rollout, domestic manufacturing incentives, and national solar registry

Finance minister says more cargoes will arrive within the next few days

Motiwala demands swift tax refunds, gas tariff tariff rationalization to support local industries