Pakistan’s economy recorded steady growth during fiscal year 2025-26, with the country’s total economic size reaching ₨126.9 trillion, equal to around $452.1 billion, according to new official estimates.
The latest figures approved by the National Accounts Committee showed that Pakistan’s gross domestic product grew by 3.99% during the third quarter of the fiscal year.
Officials said the improvement was mainly supported by industrial activity and stronger performance in large-scale manufacturing.
Data prepared by the Pakistan Bureau of Statistics showed growth across agriculture, industry, and services between January and March 2026.
The industrial sector emerged as the strongest contributor to growth, expanding by 4.65% during the quarter.
Large-scale manufacturing recorded a major increase of 9.53%, helping offset declines in mining and electricity-related sectors.
The services sector also performed well, growing by 4.18%. Areas such as trade, transport, finance, education, health services, and information technology all contributed positively.
Information and communication recorded the highest growth among service industries.
Agriculture showed moderate improvement, with livestock, crops, forestry, and fishing all posting positive growth figures during the period.
Officials also revised upward the country’s earlier quarterly growth estimates, reflecting better-than-expected economic activity. According to the committee, Pakistan’s provisional full-year GDP growth for FY26 currently stands at 3.70%.
The country’s economy has expanded significantly compared to previous years, while per capita income is now estimated at around ₨. 533,629, or approximately $1,901.
Economists say the latest figures indicate gradual economic recovery despite ongoing financial pressures and global economic uncertainty.
However, they stress that sustained industrial growth, exports, and investment will remain important for maintaining long-term economic stability and higher future growth.