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Inflation in Pakistan Climbs to Highest Level Since 2024

NayabMarch 2, 2026

Inflation in Pakistan rose to 7 percent on a year-on-year basis in February 2026, marking its highest level since October 2024. The latest figures released by the Pakistan Bureau of Statistics shows that price pressures continued to build, broadly matching earlier expectations shared by the Ministry of Finance. This increase represents a sharp rise compared […]

Pakistan’s Foreign Exchange Reserves Reach $16.21 Billion

NayabFebruary 27, 2026

Pakistan foreign exchange reserves recorded a modest but positive increase, reflecting continued efforts to stabilise the country’s external position. According to the State Bank of Pakistan, foreign exchange reserves held by the central bank rose to $16.21 billion in the week ending February 20, 2026. This marks a weekly increase of $16 million and signals […]

Gold Price in Pakistan Surges Again

NayabFebruary 20, 2026

Gold price in Pakistan moved higher once again on Wednesday, reflecting fresh gains in the international bullion market and renewed buying interest from local investors. The steady rise in gold price in Pakistan highlights the continued appeal of the precious metal as a safe-haven asset amid global economic uncertainty, currency volatility, and inflationary concerns. According […]

Petroleum Prices Increase as Government Raises Fuel Rates

NayabFebruary 16, 2026

Petroleum Prices Increase Sparks Public Concern The government has announced a petroleum prices increase, raising fuel costs across the country and adding fresh pressure on households and businesses. The revised prices took effect immediately after the Petroleum Division issued an official notification, confirming higher rates for petrol, high-speed diesel, and kerosene oil. This latest petroleum […]

Gold Prices Rise Rs7,000 Per Tola

NayabFebruary 15, 2026

Gold Prices Surge Sharply in Pakistan Gold prices in Pakistan jumped sharply on Saturday, reflecting strong momentum in the international bullion market and renewed investor interest in safe-haven assets. The price of gold per tola rose by Rs. 7,000 in a single day, taking the new rate to Rs. 526,962. This sharp rise in gold […]

Pakistan’s foreign exchange reserves increased by $596.5 million.

NayabFebruary 7, 2026

Pakistan has witnessed a steady improvement in its foreign exchange reserves, offering encouraging signs for the country’s financial health. Recent official data indicates that the reserves increased by $596.5 million during the past month, highlighting progress in stabilizing the external sector. Weekly Reserve Position Improves According to figures released by the State Bank of Pakistan, […]

Pakistan Kazakhstan partnership Drive Powerful New Economic Partnership

NayabFebruary 4, 2026

Pakistan and Kazakhstan are moving forward with new plans to expand economic cooperation through strategic business partnerships. Pakistan Kazakhstan joint ventures have become a central focus of recent high-level meetings aimed at turning trade opportunities into real investment and development projects. Officials from both countries expressed confidence that stronger collaboration can support long-term economic stability […]

Economic Growth in Pakistan Surpasses IMF Projections

NayabFebruary 1, 2026

Pakistan’s economic growth is showing encouraging signs as the country moves through the current financial year, with official estimates indicating better performance than projected by the International Monetary Fund (IMF). According to the Ministry of Finance, the nation’s economy is expected to expand at a rate of 4 percent, surpassing the IMF’s forecast of 3.2 […]

Government Raises Diesel Price by Rs 11.30, Petrol Rate Stays Unchanged

NayabFebruary 1, 2026

Diesel Price Hike Takes Effect from February 1 The federal government has announced a diesel price hike, increasing the rate of high-speed diesel by Rs 11.30 per litre, while keeping petrol prices unchanged for the next 15 days. The decision was conveyed through a notification issued by the Ministry of Energy and will come into […]

Pakistan Public Debt Hits 80.5 Trillion

NayabJanuary 29, 2026

Pakistan public debt rose to a staggering Rs 80.5 trillion by the end of June 2025, highlighting mounting fiscal stress and growing pressure on the national economy. The figure marks a sharp increase from Rs 71.2 trillion recorded a year earlier, according to the Fiscal Policy Statement released by the Ministry of Finance and presented […]

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