Islamabad, April 24, 2026 – Pakistan’s weekly inflation, measured through the Sensitive Price Indicator (SPI), declined by 0.33% for the week ending April 23, 2026, according to the Pakistan Bureau of Statistics (PBS). The data reflects a mixed trend in essential commodity prices, with notable declines in perishable food items and fuel-related costs, while select household goods and proteins recorded increases.
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Weekly inflation falls 0.69% but remains elevated at 12.16% YoY
ISLAMABAD, April 17, 2026 — Pakistan’s weekly inflation, measured by the Sensitive Price Indicator (SPI), declined 0.69% in the week ending April 16, helped by a sharp cut in petroleum prices, but remained elevated at 12.16% year-on-year, official data showed on Friday.
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Pakistan records sharp weekly inflation increase as Ramazan begins
Karachi, February 20, 2026 – Pakistan has witnessed a sharp rise in weekly inflation for the week ended February 19, 2026, impacting the daily expenses of citizens just as the holy month of Ramazan begins.
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Weekly inflation eases 0.59% ahead of Ramadan: PBS
Islamabad, February 13, 2026 – The Pakistan Bureau of Statistics (PBS) reported on Friday that the weekly inflation, measured through the Sensitive Price Indicator (SPI), declined by 0.59% just ahead of the holy month of Ramadan.
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Pakistan Reports Year-on-Year Deflation in SPI
Islamabad, April 18, 2025 – In a notable economic development, Pakistan has registered deflation in its Sensitive Price Indicator (SPI) on a Year-on-Year (YoY) basis for the week ending April 17, 2025.
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Pakistan’s Weekly Inflation Continues to Rise Ahead of Ramadan
Karachi, March 1, 2025 – Inflation in Pakistan continues to rise as the country prepares for Ramadan, with the Sensitive Price Indicator (SPI) reflecting a further increase in the cost of essential commodities.
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Weekly Inflation Surges Ahead of Ramadan, Sugar Hits Rs 155/kg
Islamabad, February 21, 2025 – Inflation continues to rise sharply ahead of the holy month of Ramadan, with sugar prices reaching Rs 155.27 per kilogram. The latest figures from the Pakistan Bureau of Statistics (PBS) show that the Sensitive Price Indicator (SPI) recorded a 0.27% increase for the week ending February 20, 2025, compared to the previous week.
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Pakistan’s Weekly SPI Inflation Declines by 0.21%
Islamabad, February 7, 2025 – The Sensitive Price Indicator (SPI) inflation witnessed a moderate decline of 0.21% for the week ending February 6, 2025, offering slight relief to consumers amid broader economic challenges.
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Weekly Inflation in Pakistan Decreases by 0.34%
Islamabad, December 6, 2024 – The Pakistan Bureau of Statistics (PBS) reported on Friday that weekly inflation, measured by the Sensitive Price Indicator (SPI), declined by 0.34% for the week ending December 5, 2024, compared to the previous week.
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Weekly SPI Inflation Increases by 0.55%
Islamabad, November 15, 2024 – The Sensitive Price Indicator (SPI), which measures weekly inflation, recorded an increase of 0.55% for the week ending November 14, 2024, according to the Pakistan Bureau of Statistics (PBS). The rise reflects notable price hikes in essential commodities, impacting households across the country.
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