Pakistan Economy Grows 3.7pc, Fastest in Four Years
The government unveiled the Pakistan Economic Survey (PES) for FY2025-26 on Thursday, according to which GDP growth was recorded at 3.7pc in the outgoing fiscal year. This is higher than last year’s growth of 3.18pc but falls short of its target of 4.2pc. Addressing a press conference in Islamabad, Finance Minister Muhammad Aurangzeb presented the survey, which he said told a story of resilience and discipline shown during the previous year. He said the country began the outg
Pakistan's Gross Domestic Product (GDP) expanded by 3.7% in the fiscal year 2025-26, marking the most robust growth in four years. This figure surpasses the previous year's 3.18% expansion but fell short of the government's 4.2% target. The economic survey highlighted resilience amidst challenges like tariffs, floods, and regional conflicts. Growth was bolstered by effective macroeconomic management, improved fiscal accounts, and stability in the exchange rate, alongside reforms implemented under the IMF Extended Fund Facility program. The large-scale manufacturing sector saw a significant 6.1% increase, with positive contributions from 16 of its 22 sub-sectors. The agriculture sector also demonstrated resilience, growing by 2.89% despite adverse weather conditions.
The economic growth figures provide insight into Pakistan's post-stabilization recovery and its ability to navigate domestic and international challenges, impacting future economic policy and investor confidence.
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