Pakistan’s economy has shown modest signs of recovery, with GDP and per capita income increasing in dollar terms during fiscal year 2025–26, according to the government. Officials said the improvement reflects a gradual rebound in overall economic output compared to the previous year. However, growth remains below earlier projections, indicating continued economic pressure. The National […]
Pakistan GDP growth
PM Shehbaz stresses privatisation to boost economy
Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif said privatising loss-making state-owned enterprises (SOEs) is central to Pakistan’s economic reform agenda. He highlighted the successful sale of a 75% stake in Pakistan International Airlines (PIA) as a key milestone. The premier stressed that transparent bidding and strategic decisions will strengthen the country’s financial stability. Addressing the federal cabinet in […]
Pakistan’s GDP grows 3.71% in Q1 FY2026
Pakistan posted a GDP growth of 3.71% in the first quarter of FY2026, said Federal Minister Ahsan Iqbal. The growth comes despite the 2025 flood shock, fiscal tightening, energy subsidy removal, and rising food inflation. Iqbal called it a qualitative change in the country’s economic trajectory. The minister highlighted that industrial growth was a key […]