Historic Fiscal Surplus Achieved - First Time in 24 Years - The Financial Daily

Historic fiscal surplus achieved - first time in 24 years - The Financial Daily

KARACHI: On the heels of the Federal Budget announcement for FY2025-26, with an outlay of Rs 17.6 trillion, Pakistan stands at a promising juncture in its economic journey. This budget, slightly more prudent than the previous year’s Rs 18.78 trillion, exemplifies the government’s balanced approach – one that combines fiscal discipline with targeted investments aimed at sustaining growth and enhancing social welfare. The present administration, u…

Key Highlights From Pakistan's Budget

The federal budget for the fiscal year 2025–26 is finally out, and as expected, it’s got everyone talking. While some are calling it a step in the right direction—with tax relief for salaried individuals and a focus on digital regulation—others are raising eyebrows over rising fuel costs and new levies. Pakistan Just Released Its Budget for FY 2025-26 — Here’s What You Need to Know Love it or hate it, the new budget will impact your wallet, you…

Pakistan’s Budget 2025-26: Fragile Optics, Deeper Faultlines

Editorial The federal budget for FY2025-26 appears more an exercise in optimistic accounting than a document rooted in economic realism. Despite the claim of fiscal prudence, deeper scrutiny reveals structural fragilities, politically expedient choices, and a persistent reliance on IMF signals rather than internal reform conviction. At the heart of this budget lies the assumption that lower interest rates will ease pressure on current expenditur…