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Pakistan Implements Administrative Measures to Ease Inflation

October 2, 2023October 2, 2023Mrs. Anjum Shahnawaz

Karachi, October 2, 2023 – Pakistan has taken significant steps to combat inflation and stabilize its economic outlook. Recent administrative measures aimed at improving the availability of essential food commodities and addressing supply constraints are yielding positive results, according to the Ministry of Finance’s monthly economic report.

Pakistan Records 22 Percent Decline in Electricity Charges: Official Statistics

September 15, 2023September 15, 2023Shahnawaz Akhter

Karachi, September 15, 2023 – In an unexpected revelation, official statistics indicate that Pakistan has experienced a remarkable 22 percent decline in electricity charges.

Prices of Wheat and Sugar Double in Basket of Essential Items: Pakistan Bureau

September 8, 2023September 8, 2023Mrs. Anjum Shahnawaz

Karachi, September 8, 2023 – Alarming data released by the Pakistan Bureau of Statistics (PBS) on Friday reveals that the prices of wheat flour and sugar have doubled over the past year, adding to the economic challenges faced by the nation.

Karachi Traders Stage Shutdown Protest Against Soaring Electricity Bills and Inflation

September 1, 2023May 28, 2026Faisal Shahnawaz

Karachi, September 1, 2023 – Traders in Karachi observed a citywide shutdown on Friday in a collective protest against inflated electricity bills and the relentless rise in inflation. The protest action resulted in the closure of wholesale and major markets across the city.

Prices of Wheat Flour, Sugar, and Tea Soar to Double in One Year

September 1, 2023September 1, 2023Mrs. Anjum Shahnawaz

Islamabad, September 1, 2023 – Startling official statistics reveal that the prices of essential commodities, including wheat flour, sugar, and tea, have surged to nearly double their previous rates over the past year, according to data released by the Pakistan Bureau of Statistics (PBS) on Friday.

Soaring Petroleum and Food Prices Expected to Drive August Inflation

August 31, 2023August 31, 2023Faisal Shahnawaz

Karachi, August 31, 2023 – The substantial increase in the prices of petroleum products and food items is poised to fuel inflation for August 2023.

Weekly Inflation Inches Up: Pakistan Bureau of Statistics

August 25, 2023August 25, 2023Mrs. Anjum Shahnawaz

Islamabad, August 25, 2023 – The Pakistan Bureau of Statistics (PBS) has reported a slight uptick in inflation by 0.05 percent for the week ending August 24, 2023.

Petroleum Price Increase Leads to 31% Rise in Essential Item Costs

August 12, 2023August 12, 2023Mrs. Anjum Shahnawaz

Islamabad, August 12, 2023 – The recent rise in petroleum prices has caused the costs of essential items to surge, as reported by the Pakistan Bureau of Statistics (PBS).

Prices of Essential Items Surge by 30% in Pakistan

August 4, 2023August 4, 2023Mrs. Anjum Shahnawaz

Islamabad, August 4, 2023 – Pakistan is facing an alarming surge in the prices of essential consumer items, with a staggering 30% increase Year on Year (YoY) by the week ended August 3, 2023.

Prices of Essential Items Jump by 29% in Pakistan

July 14, 2023July 14, 2023Mrs. Anjum Shahnawaz

Islamabad, July 14, 2023 – Pakistan has witnessed a significant 29 percent increase in the prices of essential items, based on the Year on Year (YoY) comparison as of the week ending on July 13, 2023.

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