ISLAMABAD: The Pakistan Bureau of Statistics (PBS) strengthened data partnerships to support national development and evidence-based policymaking. These data partnerships aim to improve access to reliable statistics and foster smarter planning. PBS signed MoUs with key government agencies during DataFest 2025, themed “Unlocking Tomorrow with AI.” The event featured over 60 interactive stalls and 30 […]
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Weekly inflation drops slightly, food prices rise
Pakistan Bureau of Statistics (PBS) reported that weekly inflation in the country decreased by 0.2 percent, offering a small relief to consumers amid rising prices of essential items. The decline comes despite increases in several key commodities, reflecting a mixed trend in the country’s weekly price changes. Analysts said the slight reduction shows temporary easing, […]
Pakistan’s services exports rise 9.23% to $8.39 billion
Pakistan’s services exports grew significantly in fiscal year 2025, reaching $8.39 billion, mainly due to strong performance in telecommunications, computer, and information services. This marks a 9.23% increase from last year’s $7.68 billion, according to Pakistan Bureau of Statistics (PBS). The growth reflects a steady recovery and expansion in the services sector, which has been […]
Weekly inflation rises slightly as food prices surge
Pakistan’s weekly inflation, measured by the Sensitive Price Indicator (SPI), edged up by 0.05% during the week ending August 7, the Pakistan Bureau of Statistics (PBS) reported on Friday. The SPI rose from 327.94 points to 328.12 points, showing a slight increase in prices across the country. Year-on-year, the SPI showed a 1.73% increase compared […]
Inflation soars by 4.07% in just one week
The Pakistan Bureau of Statistics (PBS) has reported a sharp rise in weekly inflation by 4.07% for the period ending July 24. This increase, tracked through the Sensitive Price Indicator (SPI), affected combined consumption groups, pushing the SPI from 316.23 points to 329.09 points within just seven days. Compared to the same week last year, […]
Sugar stays at Rs200/kg despite govt measures
Despite the government’s repeated assurances, import allowances, and regulatory efforts, the retail price of sugar stubbornly remains at Rs200 per kilogram in major urban centers such as Karachi, Islamabad, and Rawalpindi, making it the most expensive in the country. The latest data from the Pakistan Bureau of Statistics (PBS) shows a slight decrease in the […]
Pakistan’s trade deficit widens to $26.3 billion in FY25, up 9% YoY
Pakistan’s trade deficit surged by 9% year-on-year (YoY) in fiscal year 2024-25 (FY25), reaching $26.3 billion, according to data from the Pakistan Bureau of Statistics (PBS). This compares to $24.1 billion recorded in FY24, indicating continued pressure on the country’s external account, despite modest improvements in exports. Exports in FY25 grew by 4.7% to $32.1 […]
Pakistan’s mobile phone imports drop by over 16% in first 11 months of FY25
Pakistan’s mobile phone imports fell significantly during the first eleven months of the current fiscal year, according to recent data released by the Pakistan Bureau of Statistics (PBS). The imports dropped by 16.31% compared to the same period last year. Between July and May of FY25, Pakistan imported mobile phones worth \$1.356 billion, down from […]
Textile exports grow 7.37% to $16.36 billion in first 11 months of FY 2024-25
Pakistan’s textile exports increased by 7.37% during the first eleven months of the current financial year, reaching $16.36 billion. This marks a significant rise compared to $15.24 billion in the same period last year, according to the Pakistan Bureau of Statistics (PBS). The growth was driven by strong performance in key segments. Knitwear exports surged […]
Pakistan unveils national big data portal and quantum valley to power digital future
Pakistan took a major leap in digital transformation as Federal Minister Ahsan Iqbal officially launched the National Big Data Portal on Thursday. Developed by LUMS and backed by the Pakistan Bureau of Statistics (PBS), the platform will offer centralized access to public data for researchers, entrepreneurs, policymakers, and citizens. It includes geo-tagged data from over […]