Petroleum prices in Pakistan are expected to increase by Rs4.50 to Rs7 per litre from March 1, 2026, for the next fortnight ending March 15, due to a slight upward trend in global crude oil prices and regional tensions, official sources said on Friday. Read More: Govt ‘likely to hike petrol, diesel prices’ for next fortnight According […]
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IMF weighs Pakistan power tariff changes
The International Monetary Fund (IMF) said on Saturday it is in discussions with Pakistan authorities over proposed power tariff revisions, stressing that any changes should avoid placing additional burdens on middle- and lower-income households. Read More: A practical path to ending Pakistan’s IMF dependence In a statement to Reuters, the IMF said the talks would assess whether […]
SBP holds key policy rate at 10.5 percent
The State Bank of Pakistan (SBP) kept its key policy rate unchanged at 10.5 percent on Monday, following its Monetary Policy Committee meeting. Headline inflation stood at 5.6 percent in December 2025, while core inflation remained higher at 7.4 percent. The committee said this decision aims to ensure price stability and support sustainable economic growth. […]
Rising prices shrink Pakistani plates, survey shows
Rising inflation has significantly reduced food consumption among Pakistani households, according to official data. Nearly all staple foods declined from 2018 to 2025, except tomatoes. Experts say higher costs are reshaping household diets. Wheat and flour consumption dropped from 7kg to 6.6kg per person monthly. Rice fell from 1.06kg to 0.86kg, pulses from 0.35kg to […]