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 […]
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Government raises Rs 492.9 billion from treasury bill auction
ISLAMABAD: The government has raised Rs 492.9 billion through the latest treasury bill auction, the State Bank of Pakistan reported. The auction aimed to generate Rs 550 billion in total. Bids worth Rs 1,621.7 billion were received from investors across the country. According to the State Bank, the one-month treasury bills saw a profit rate […]
Government debt jumps 300% in 9 years to Rs80.5 trillion
The Ministry of Finance revealed that government debt has increased by more than 300 percent in the past nine years. Total debt reached a historic high of Rs80.5 trillion by June 2025. This sharp rise highlights the growing financial pressures on the government. The report points to an accelerating borrowing trend over recent years. Consequently, […]