8 d. ago ‘Economic recovery holds firm as IMF review bolsters confidence’

The economic recovery of the country remained on track in the first quarter of FY2026, driven by improved macroeconomic stability, fiscal discipline, and stronger reform momentum under the government’s economic programme, Finance Ministry said on Monday. According to the Monthly Economic Update & Outlook released by the Finance ministry, the recent Staff-Level Agreement with the […]

Other

2 w. ago Stocks rally as IMF deal and ceasefire boost investor confidence

The Pakistan Stock Exchange (PSX) opened the week on a strong note as investor confidence surged following confirmation of a staff-level agreement with the International Monetary Fund (IMF) and a ceasefire accord with Afghanistan. The benchmark KSE-100 Index soared by 2,436.69 points, or 1.47%, closing at 166,242.90 points on Monday. Market experts described the rally […]

Other

2 w. ago IMF Raises Concern Over $6 Billion Annual Trade Data Discrepancy in Pakistan

ISLAMABAD – The International Monetary Fund (IMF) has raised concerns over a $6 billion annual discrepancy in Pakistan’s trade data during staff-level discussions for the $7 billion loan agreement, highlighting inconsistencies that have alarmed policymakers. According to official sources, the Pakistan Bureau of Statistics (PBS), which operates under the Ministry of Planning, has so far […]

Other

2 w. ago IMF approves $1.2 billion for Pakistan, praises economic progress

The International Monetary Fund (IMF) reached a staff-level agreement with Pakistan on Wednesday. This deal allows Pakistan to receive $1.2 billion after final approval. The funds include $1 billion from the Extended Fund Facility and $200 million from the Resilience and Sustainability Facility. This will bring total disbursements to around $3.3 billion under both programs. […]

Other

3 w. ago IMF Agreement Reached with Pakistan on Loan and Climate Facility Reviews

Pakistan and the International Monetary Fund (IMF) have reached a staff-level IMF agreement to review key financial programs. The agreement covers the $7 billion Extended Fund Facility (EFF) and the $1.1 billion Resilience and Sustainability Facility (RSF). It aims to support Pakistan’s economic stability and climate resilience. According to an IMF statement, the agreement follows […]

Other

3 w. ago Pakistan, IMF Continue Virtual Talks Fcuseod on Key Economic Reforms

ISLAMABAD – Virtual negotiations between Pakistan and the International Monetary Fund (IMF) are underway as both sides work to finalize a staff-level agreement, with talks currently centered on four key reform areas, sources said on Saturday. According to officials from the Ministry of Finance, provincial governments have requested more time to implement the agricultural income […]

Other

3 w. ago IMF, Pakistan make ‘significant progress’ on $8.4bn loan reviews

Pakistan and the International Monetary Fund (IMF) have made “significant progress” toward a staff-level agreement on reviews of the South Asian country’s $8.4 loans, the lender said late Wednesday. The statement came at the end of a two-week visit by an IMF mission, led by Iva Petrova, to Karachi and Islamabad to review a $7 […]

Other

3 w. ago Pakistan, IMF make ‘significant progress’ toward staff level agreement

ISLAMABAD – An International Monetary Fund (IMF) team, led by Iva Petrova, visited Karachi and Islamabad from September 24 to

Other

4 w. ago Govt Presses Provinces to Meet IMF Targets Amid Review Deadline

The federal government has urged provinces to quickly meet their IMF targets Pakistan to ensure smooth progress in the ongoing $7 billion IMF review. The Prime Minister’s Office directed provincial administrations to speed up efforts on pending fiscal commitments under the Extended Fund Facility and the $1.4 billion climate-linked program. Officials said provinces must show […]

Other