Islamabad, October 10, 2025 — The Pakistan Bureau of Statistics (PBS) has reported a slight increase in weekly inflation, primarily driven by rising food prices across the country.
The Sensitive Price Indicator (SPI), which tracks essential commodities, showed an uptick of 0.17% for the week ending October 9, 2025, reflecting continued pressure on household budgets.
According to PBS data, the surge in inflation was fueled mainly by higher prices of chicken, onions, wheat flour, and eggs. Chicken prices rose by 8.92%, onions by 7.47%, and wheat flour by 5.74%. Other items that saw notable increases include gur, garlic, vegetable ghee, and washing soap, reflecting the persistent impact of supply chain disruptions and seasonal demand.
However, some relief was observed as prices of tomatoes, bananas, and potatoes declined by 11.34%, 1.29%, and 0.93% respectively. The prices of LPG, pulse gram, and mustard oil also showed minor decreases. Out of 51 essential items monitored by the PBS, 21 items recorded an increase, 6 showed a decline, and 24 remained stable.
On a year-on-year basis, inflation rose by 4.34%, with steep price hikes observed in tomatoes (109.82%), sugar (36.08%), and wheat flour (17.70%). The report also highlighted double-digit increases in fuel, cooking oil, and beef prices.
Analysts note that while the overall rate of inflation remains moderate compared to previous months, persistent food price volatility continues to affect lower and middle-income households, posing a challenge for policymakers aiming to stabilize the cost of living.