Pakistan’s current account slipped back into deficit in December 2025 due to rising imports and persistent income outflows. The State Bank of Pakistan reported a $244 million deficit. This follows a $98 million surplus in November, signaling external pressures on the economy. The cumulative current account for July–December FY26 showed a $1.17 billion deficit, compared […]
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PM Shehbaz caps customs duty at 15% to boost exports and ease imports
Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif has approved a major tariff reform, capping customs duty at a maximum of 15% and phasing out additional and regulatory duties over the next four to five years. The announcement was made following a high-level meeting on the National Tariff Policy held on Friday. The reform aims to make imports more […]