Pakistan’s trade deficit widened sharply in February, rising 8.4 percent to $298.1 million, highlighting ongoing pressure on the country’s external sector amid falling exports and persistent import demand. The first eight months of the current financial year saw the trade gap surge by 25 percent, surpassing $25 billion as imports continued to outpace exports, reflecting […]
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Pakistan’s trade deficit spikes to $3.7bn
Pakistan’s trade deficit surged sharply to $3.7 billion in December 2025, up nearly 24% from last year. Exports fell while imports rose, widening the gap between the country’s shipments and purchases. The Pakistan Bureau of Statistics (PBS) released the data on Friday, highlighting growing trade pressures. Exports in December 2025 totaled $2.32 billion, a 20% […]