Regulatory Measures Drive Rs589 Billion Credit Expansion for Pakistani Industries
Pakistan’s banking sector has delivered a significant boost to industry and exporters by expanding private sector credit by Rs589 billion since the beginning of the current financial year (FY26). According to official data, this growth reflects recent government and State Bank of Pakistan (SBP) measures designed to improve liquidity and support industrial activity. Policy Steps […]
Pakistan’s Industrial Expansion Slows Despite Trade Agreements
Pakistan’s industrial sector showed signs of slowing growth in January 2026, despite recent trade agreements aimed at boosting exports and regional economic ties. According to the HBL Pakistan Manufacturing Purchasing Managers’ Index (PMI), the sector’s expansion eased to 51.8, indicating modest growth compared to previous months. Analysts say the slowdown reflects a combination of rising […]