inflation

Karachi: Flour prices have reached their highest level in Pakistan’s largest city, with a 20kg flour bag recorded at Rs. 2,800, according to the latest data from the Pakistan Bureau

Islamabad: The federal government has increased the petroleum levy on petrol by Rs24.74 per liter, raising it from Rs91.34 to Rs116.08 per liter. The move comes alongside a Rs4 per

Islamabad: The federal government has reduced the price of petrol by Rs4 per liter, lowering the new rate to Rs377.78 per liter from June 6, 2026, while the price of

Islamabad – Government employees across Pakistan have called for a 200% pay raise and significant allowance increases ahead of the upcoming federal budget. The demand reflects growing concerns over inflation

Islamabad: The Ministry of Finance is expected to expand the Third Schedule of the Sales Tax Act in the upcoming budget to bring more FMCG items under MRP-based taxation. The

Islamabad: Pakistan’s inflation rate has surged to 10.9% in April 2026, marking its highest level in nearly two years and increasing pressure on household budgets. Data shows urban inflation reached

Islamabad: Pakistan’s tax outlook is facing pressure as early market closures due to economic challenges and energy shortages may result in losses of up to Rs15–20 billion for the Federal

Ali Raza Wajid : Lahore: The Pakistan Goods Transport Alliance has announced a 5 percent increase in freight charges following a rise in petroleum prices. President Malik Shehzad Awan criticized

Islamabad: The government is currently collecting Rs153.55 per litre on petrol through petroleum levy charges, making it one of the largest components in the overall fuel price structure. Experts state

Lahore: Rising petroleum prices are now directly impacting development budgets and construction costs across the city. Reports indicate that construction material prices have increased by 10 to 18 percent since