Pakistan’s Finance Division has projected that inflation will remain within the 5 to 6 percent range in January, signaling stable consumer prices and reflecting the country’s efforts to maintain economic balance. Consumer Price Index (CPI) inflation stood at 5.6 percent year-on-year in December 2025, down from 6.1 percent in November, while it was 4.1 percent […]
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PM Shehbaz pushes easy loans for SMEs
Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif ordered fast action to provide easy loans to SMEs nationwide. He directed banks and financial institutions to expand credit access. The move aims to boost growth and strengthen the national economy. The prime minister gave these directions while chairing a SMEDA business plan meeting. Officials presented a three-year roadmap for SME […]
Majority of Pakistanis optimistic about 2026 growth
A recent Gallup Pakistan survey revealed that over half of Pakistanis are optimistic about economic growth in 2026, reflecting rising public confidence compared to previous years and global trends. The nationwide survey, conducted with 1,000 respondents, forms part of a broader study covering 60 countries, showing that 51% of Pakistanis believe the upcoming year will […]