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National Savings rebound slows in February

Pakistan's national savings mobilisation through government-run schemes showed signs of fatigue in February 2026, with net inflows falling to Rs20.69 billion, a sharp 23.4% decline from the Rs27.01 billion recorded in January 2026.

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Workers’ Remittances rises to $3.8bn in March 2026

Pakistan received workers' remittances of $3.83bn in March 2026, up 16.5% from February's $3.29bn, according to the latest data released by the State Bank of Pakistan (SBP).

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Central govt debt rises by 9.4% YoY in Feb 2026

The total debt of the central government went up by 9.37% YoY to Rs79.88 trillion in February 2026, compared to Rs73.04tr in February 2025, the data released by the State Bank of Pakistan (SBP) showed.

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China appreciates Pakistan’s role in Middle East peace

Ambassador of China to Pakistan, Jiang Zaidong, met with Deputy Prime Minister and Foreign Minister Senator Mohammad Ishaq Dar on Wednesday, conveying China’s deep appreciation for Pakistan’s constructive role in fostering peace and stability in the Middle East and Gulf region.

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Chery Master Pakistan to launch Tiggo 7 PHEV on April 10

Chery Master Pakistan is all set to launch its C-segment 5-seater plug-in hybrid electric vehicle (PHEV), the Tiggo 7, in Pakistan on April 10, as the company expands its locally assembled new energy vehicle portfolio, building Pakistan’s largest CKD PHEV lineup, and intensifies competition in the SUV market.

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Pakistan at center of global praise on USA, Iran ceasefire

World leaders have welcomed a two-week ceasefire between the United States and Iran, hailing it as a crucial step toward de-escalation while widely praising Pakistan for its decisive mediation role in averting a broader regional conflict.

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Petrol, Diesel prices may drop sharply

A sharp decline of around 15% in global crude oil prices has created significant fiscal space for economic managers in Pakistan, raising expectations of a substantial reduction in domestic petroleum product prices in the upcoming revision.

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Govt targets livestock overhaul to increase exports

Pakistan aims to transform its livestock and dairy sector into a globally competitive industry by developing modern farms, promoting scientific breeding, and enhancing export-oriented production.

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SBP successfully repays $1.43bn Eurobond

In a significant show of financial discipline, the State Bank of Pakistan (SBP) has successfully repaid $1.43 billion against Pakistan’s maturing international bond.

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KIBOR benchmark declines across all tenors

The Karachi Interbank Offered Rate (KIBOR) retreated across all tenors today as Pakistan’s financial markets reacted with a massive wave of relief to a significant diplomatic breakthrough in the Middle East.

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Interest Rates
Tenor Bid Ask Chg Date
1W 10.38 10.88 -0.03 08-04-2026
2W 10.38 10.88 -0.03 08-04-2026
1M 10.58 11.08 -0.02 08-04-2026
3M 11.17 11.42 -0.26 08-04-2026
6M 11.36 11.61 -0.18 08-04-2026
9M 11.46 11.96 -0.17 08-04-2026
1Y 11.50 12.00 -0.16 08-04-2026
Tenor Bid Ask Chg Date
ON 10.38 10.88 -0.05 08-04-2026
Name Bid Chg Date
1W 10.53 -0.05 09-04-2026
2W 10.63 -0.11 09-04-2026
1M 10.76 -0.14 09-04-2026
2M 11.01 -0.10 09-04-2026
3M 11.15 -0.21 09-04-2026
4M 11.31 -0.24 09-04-2026
6M 11.51 -0.22 09-04-2026
9M 11.68 -0.25 09-04-2026
1Y 11.75 -0.24 09-04-2026
2Y 11.96 -0.92 09-04-2026
3Y 12.05 -0.85 09-04-2026
4Y 12.17 -0.78 09-04-2026
5Y 12.2 -0.76 09-04-2026
6Y 12.3 -0.77 09-04-2026
7Y 12.41 -0.71 09-04-2026
8Y 12.48 -0.69 09-04-2026
9Y 12.55 -0.70 09-04-2026
10Y 12.62 -0.67 09-04-2026
15Y 12.79 -0.65 09-04-2026
20Y 12.88 -0.63 09-04-2026
Markets
Indicators Current Previous Date
Commodity Producing Activities 17.13M 16.61M 30-06-2025
Agricultural Sector 9.69M 9.55M 30-06-2025
Manufacturing 4.84M 4.75M 30-06-2025
GDP {Total of GVA at bp} 40.99M 39.77M 30-06-2025
Gross National Income 47.73M 45.25M 30-06-2025
Indicators Current Previous Date
Target Rate 10 10 09-03-2026
Indicators Current Previous Date
General - National Consumer Price Index (N-CPI) 286 282 31-03-2026
General - Wholesale Price Index 334 315 31-03-2026
Combined - Sensitive Price Indicator 341 334 31-03-2026
Latest News
April 08, 2026 at 11:32 PM GMT+05:00

National Savings rebound slows in February

April 08, 2026 at 06:39 PM GMT+05:00

Workers’ Remittances rises to $3.8bn in March 2026

April 08, 2026 at 06:36 PM GMT+05:00

Central govt debt rises by 9.4% YoY in Feb 2026

April 08, 2026 at 06:00 PM GMT+05:00

China appreciates Pakistan’s role in Middle East peace

April 08, 2026 at 04:47 PM GMT+05:00

Chery Master Pakistan to launch Tiggo 7 PHEV on April 10