IMF visit to Pakistan delayed until new govt forms
This visit is crucial for concluding the $3 billion Standby Arrangement (SBA) due to expire on April 12
With the economy at a standstill, what lies ahead for an elected govt?
The PTI has emerged as the single largest political force in the country. The PML-N is trying to play spoil-sport. Whoever assumes power has an unenviable task ahead
Pakistan’s dollar bonds dip amid election worries
Political instability threatens the negotiation and implementation of the IMF program, essential for Pakistan's debt sustainability
New €45mn German aid to bolster Pakistan’s development initiatives
Germany has announced a €45 million aid package for Pakistan to initiate several new development projects, underscoring the strong partnership between the...
Pakistan stock exchange gains ahead of general election
This upward movement follows a robust gain on Tuesday, particularly within the oil and gas sector.
Court halts caretaker govt’s move to reform FBR
The Islamabad High Court recently issued a suspension on the caretaker government's plan to restructure the Federal Board of Revenue (FBR). This...
The SIFC has a new plan to tackle circular debt. Will it work?Â
The Council is looking to woo the IMF with a unique new solution they are proposing
SBP successfully sells Rs63.8bn in Market Treasury Bills
In a recent auction on Tuesday, the State Bank of Pakistan (SBP) achieved a notable success by selling Market Treasury Bills (MTBs)...
Elections pave the way for Pakistan’s credit rating improvement: S&P
Popular support and coordination with key institutions will give next government a better chance to secure IMF financing, says credit rating agencyÂ
Consumers face second blow as gas prices soar 35% following IMF directive
Consumer woes continue, OGRA unveils 35.13% increase in gas tariffs
Economic stability achieved by Pakistan’s caretaker govt, says Finance Minister
In a recent press conference, Dr. Shamshad Akhtar, Caretaker Federal Minister for Finance, announced that Pakistan's economy has stabilized due to effective...
Can any major political party address inflation? Elevated price levels raise concerns
The latest CPI data shows a deceleration in the inflation rate, yet price levels remain significantly high
ECC approves additional Rs7.5bn in wheat subsidy to GB
Protests by the GB public yields results after forty three days
Pakistan’s reserves drop by $54mn, mainly due to external debt payments
Net reserves held by banks (excluding the SBP) dropped by $25mn during the week, reaching $5.046bn
Imran Khan tops poll as preferred leader for economic revival, Bloomberg survey
Whoever wins the polls will have to manage an economy that’s grappling with low reserves and high inflation.