Pakistan’s agriculture sector demonstrated resilience by recording a 2.89% growth during FY2025-26, according to the Economic Survey of Pakistan 2025-26, despite facing the devastating impact of the 2025 monsoon floods. The sector had grown by only 1.53% during the previous fiscal year, making this year’s performance a significant improvement. Agriculture remains the backbone of Pakistan’s…
Pakistan is once again facing a sharp increase in Iranian fuel smuggling as illegal petroleum products continue entering the local market through border regions. The renewed inflow comes during a period of rising global oil prices and continued uncertainty caused by disruptions linked to the Strait of Hormuz crisis. According to reports, domestic refineries including…
Pakistan has been listed among the top 10 countries facing severe food insecurity, according to a UN-backed Global Report on Food Crises 2026. The report highlights that nearly two-thirds of the world’s hungry population is concentrated in just ten countries, including Pakistan, Afghanistan, Sudan, Nigeria, and Yemen. The findings reveal that conflict remains the primary…
Hundreds of government employees under the banner of the All Government Employees Grand Alliance (AGEGA) staged a protest outside the Civil Secretariat in Lahore, demanding the restoration of key financial benefits and a significant increase in salaries. The protesters called for the reinstatement of pension, gratuity and leave encashment, which they said had been withdrawn…
The State Bank of Pakistan (SBP) has adjusted treasury bill (T-bill) yields in its latest auction, cutting rates for short-term maturities while increasing the yield on 12-month papers. According to official data, the central bank reduced yields across one-, three-, and six-month tenors, reflecting a shift in short-term monetary expectations. However, the 12-month rate moved…
Pakistan’s corporate sector continues to show steady growth as the Securities and Exchange Commission of Pakistan (SECP) registered 2,993 new companies in March, reflecting an 11% increase compared to the same month last year. According to official data, nearly 99.9% of company registrations were completed online through the SECP’s eZfile system, highlighting the country’s rapid…
Pakistan’s workers’ remittances recorded a 5% year-on-year decline in March 2026, according to data released by the State Bank of Pakistan, highlighting emerging external risks despite overall resilience. Remittances stood at $3.83 billion in March, compared to $4.05 billion in the same month last year. However, inflows increased by 17% on a month-on-month basis, largely…
The Government of Pakistan is considering implementing a smart lockdown strategy as part of its efforts to address the ongoing fuel and energy crisis. The proposed approach aims to reduce fuel consumption through targeted measures while avoiding a complete shutdown of daily activities. Unlike strict nationwide lockdowns, a smart lockdown focuses on limited and strategic…
Pakistan is set to receive approximately $1.2 billion from the International Monetary Fund (IMF) as the country continues to show progress in implementing key economic reforms. The disbursement includes $1 billion under the Extended Fund Facility (EFF) and an additional $210 million through the Resilience and Sustainability Facility (RSF), pending final approval from the IMF…
The Federal Board of Revenue (FBR) has filed an appeal in the Supreme Court of Pakistan challenging a recent order issued by the Peshawar High Court (PHC) regarding the de-sealing of two tobacco companies. According to reports, the PHC had earlier directed the FBR to unseal the premises of the two tobacco firms. However, the…
