Karachi Matters Editor
- Pakistan
- June 1, 2025
- 20 views
Inflation Expected to Rise from 5% to 7.5% in FY 2025–26, Says Government
The government has warned that inflation could rise to 7.5% in the next financial year (2025–26), compared to 5% this year. This increase is expected due to relaxed import restrictions…
- Pakistan
- May 30, 2025
- 68 views
Pakistan’s Salaried Class Paid Over 5 Times More Tax Than Exporters, Retailers In FY2024-25
In FY2024-25, Pakistan’s salaried class paid over Rs550 billion in income taxes—five times more than the combined Rs100 billion contributed by exporters and retailers, according to the Salaried Class Alliance…
- Pakistan
- May 30, 2025
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Ministry of Finance Warns of Possible Rise in Inflation
The Ministry of Finance has warned of a possible rise in inflation, projecting rates between 1.5%–2% in May and 3%–4% in June 2025. Despite this, the economy showed positive signs…
- Pakistan
- May 24, 2025
- 38 views
Defense Budget to Increase Amid Changing National Security Landscape, Says Ahsan Iqbal
Federal Planning Minister Ahsan Iqbal has announced an increase in the defense budget in response to the evolving national security situation. He assured that the IMF is satisfied with government…
- Pakistan
- May 3, 2025
- 154 views
Rs391 Billion Collected from Salaried Class in 9 Months, Jamaat-e-Islami Urges Tax Relief
Jamaat-e-Islami has demanded a reduction in income tax rates for the salaried class, highlighting that Rs391 billion has already been collected from them in the first nine months of the…
- Economy , Pakistan
- May 3, 2025
- 139 views
Inflation Hits Historic Low in Pakistan Lowest in 60 Years
Pakistan’s inflation rate dropped to 0.28% in April 2025 — the lowest level in 60 years — driven by falling food, transport, and utility costs. The Consumer Price Index saw…
- Pakistan
- April 9, 2025
- 234 views
PIA Records Rs. 26.2 Billion Net Profit After 21 Years, Operating Margin Exceeds 12%
According to Media Reports, After 21 years, Pakistan’s national airline has achieved a historic financial milestone, recording a net profit of Rs. 26.2 billion in 2024. The airline also posted…
- Pakistan
- April 4, 2025
- 234 views
Pakistan’s Inflation Hits 59-Year Low at 0.7% in March 2025
Pakistan’s headline inflation dropped to 0.7% year-on-year in March 2025, marking a 59-year low — the lowest since December 1965, according to SBP data. This decline follows a 1.5% rate…
- Pakistan
- March 27, 2025
- 112 views
IMF Approves Rs. 1 Per Unit Reduction in Pakistan’s Electricity Tariff
The IMF has approved a Rs. 1 per unit reduction in Pakistan’s electricity tariff, providing nationwide relief. The adjustment will be funded through the levy on captive power plants, easing…
- Pakistan
- March 22, 2025
- 325 views
“Sab Ka Shajra Pakistan” ISPR Releases a New National Song on Pakistan Day in Atif Aslam’s Voice
On the occasion of Pakistan Day, ISPR has released a new national song titled “Sab Ka Shajra Pakistan.” The song is presented in the voice of renowned singer Atif Aslam,…
