The International Monetary Fund (IMF) has expressed concern over Pakistan’s newly approved wheat policy, which initially appeared to include a minimum support price (MSP) mechanism — a move the Fund viewed as potentially market-distorting. According to sources within the Ministry of National Food Security & Research, the IMF sought immediate clarification after the policy’s approval, […]
Salaried Class Becomes Top Tax Contributor Once Again in First Quarter of FY 2025-26
The salaried class has once again emerged as the highest contributor to Pakistan’s income tax revenue during the first quarter of the ongoing fiscal year, according to figures shared by the Federal Board of Revenue (FBR). The contribution saw a substantial rise as compared to the same period last year, highlighting the growing tax burden […]
Pakistan’s domestic debt surpasses Rs54 trillion amid soaring interest payments
Pakistan’s domestic debt has hit an all-time high, crossing Rs54.47 trillion as of June 2025, reflecting a massive increase of over Rs28 trillion within just five years. The surge underscores the country’s growing reliance on internal borrowing to bridge fiscal gaps and finance its expanding budgetary needs. According to official data released by the Ministry […]