KARACHI: Pakistan’s government debt increased by Rs641 billion, or 0.82%, by the end of December 2025, reflecting ongoing borrowing needs and challenges to fiscal consolidation, according to data released by the State Bank of Pakistan (SBP). Total government debt reached Rs78.5 trillion, up from Rs77.8 trillion in June. The debt stock rose 1.3% month-on-month and […]
Domestic Borrowing
Pakistan’s public debt rises by Rs9.3 trillion in FY2025
Pakistan’s total public debt rose sharply in the fiscal year 2025. The Finance Ministry reported an increase of Rs9.3 trillion. Debt as a percentage of GDP climbed to 74.5 percent, up from 70.9 percent the previous year. The rise reflects higher domestic borrowing and currency depreciation. The ministry said the main reasons include a weaker […]