Tag Archives: Pakistan Exports

Merchandise Exports Show Strong Growth in August Pakistan’s merchandise exports increased nearly 16% to $2.74 billion in August 2024, compared to $2.36 billion in the same month last year, according to data released by the Pakistan Bureau of Statistics (PBS) on Tuesday. The growth momentum picked up in August due to improved international orders and exchange rate stability. On a …

Pakistan’s Trade Deficit Shrinks to $3.6 Billion in Early FY25 Pakistan’s trade deficit has shown a slight improvement, narrowing to $3.6 billion during the first two months of the fiscal year 2024-25 (2MFY25), according to recent data from the Pakistan Bureau of Statistics (PBS). This decrease is largely attributed to a significant boost in exports. Trade Balance Overview The trade …

Pakistan is facing potential threats to its exports and foreign direct investment (FDI) due to the possibility of failing to meet global climate change compliance requirements. As international buyers increasingly demand transparency from domestic producers regarding their environmental practices, Pakistan’s position in the global market could be jeopardized. At the launch of the report titled “Pakistan’s Climate Crossroads: Private Sector …

In a significant move aimed at streamlining state machinery and reducing administrative expenditures, the government has decided to abolish 28 departments within five key ministries. This decision was taken during a meeting chaired by Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif, following the recommendations of a specially formed committee. Major Reforms Across Key Ministries The ministries affected by these reforms include: Kashmir Affairs …

Record Increase in Remittances Remittances from overseas Pakistani workers surged by 48% in July 2024 compared to the same month last year, reaching $2.995 billion, according to data from the State Bank of Pakistan (SBP). This marks a significant increase from $2.029 billion in July 2023. Analysts view this jump as a positive indicator for the government amidst ongoing political …

Introduction: In the first month of the current fiscal year 2023-24 (FY24), Pakistan’s exports witnessed a decline of nearly 13%, impacting the country’s trade balance. Despite a decrease in imports and a narrowed trade deficit, economic challenges persist, leading to concerns about the country’s economic growth. Month-on-Month Decline: According to the Pakistan Bureau of Statistics (PBS), the country’s exports stood …