Islamabad — Pakistan recorded a budget surplus of Rs542 billion during the first half (July–December) of the fiscal year 2025-26, marking a sharp turnaround from a deficit of Rs1.54 trillion in the same period last year, official data released by the Ministry of Finance showed on Friday.
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Pakistan strengthens financial intelligence to eradicate corruption
Islamabad, February 6, 2026 — In a significant move to combat corruption and enhance transparency, the government of Pakistan is taking steps to strengthen financial intelligence and improve inter-agency coordination across key law enforcement and regulatory bodies.
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Pakistan releases schedule for presenting budget 2026-27
Islamabad, January 28, 2026 – The Federal Finance Ministry has officially released the detailed schedule for the preparation and presentation of the federal budget for the fiscal year 2026-27.
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Pakistan’s inflation seen at 5–6% in January as economic momentum strengthens
Islamabad, January 27, 2026 — Pakistan’s inflation is projected to remain within the range of 5 to 6 percent in January 2026, as the country continues to witness improving macroeconomic stability and sustained growth momentum, according to the Ministry of Finance.
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Finance ministry clarifies IMF EFF reforms, rejects “new conditions” claims
Islamabad, December 14, 2025 – Pakistan’s Ministry of Finance has clarified the intent, context, and continuity of reform measures under the International Monetary Fund’s (IMF) Extended Fund Facility (EFF), addressing recent public debate over claims of “new conditions” attached to the program.
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Pakistan’s Economic Outlook Remains Cautiously Optimistic: Finance Ministry
Islamabad, November 28, 2025 – Pakistan’s economic outlook remains cautiously optimistic as key macroeconomic indicators continue to stabilize under ongoing structural reforms, the finance ministry said in its Monthly Economic Report for November 2025.
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Sindh leads provincial sales tax collection in first quarter FY26
Islamabad, November 12, 2025 – Sindh has emerged as the top-performing province in sales tax collection during the first quarter (July–September) of the fiscal year 2025-26, according to official data released by the Ministry of Finance.
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Government employees get massive 85% increase in rental ceiling
Islamabad, November 4, 2025 – In a major relief for federal government employees, the Ministry of Housing and Works has officially notified an 85% increase in the rental ceiling for hiring residential accommodation, effective November 1, 2025, following approval from the Federal Cabinet.
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Pakistan maintains economic recovery despite flood impact: Finance Report
Islamabad, October 27, 2025 – Pakistan’s economy has stayed on the recovery track despite the challenges caused by recent floods, according to the Ministry of Finance’s Monthly Economic Outlook for October 2025.
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Pakistan economy stays stable despite flood crisis
Islamabad, September 30, 2025 – The Ministry of Finance has declared that Pakistan’s economy continues to demonstrate resilience, even in the wake of devastating floods that have disrupted agricultural activity and food supply chains across the country.
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