Business & Money ·News
IMF raises Pakistan inflation forecast to 9.9%, keeps growth at 3.5% below government's 4% target
The IMF's October World Economic Outlook raises its forecast for Pakistan's inflation this fiscal year to 9.9% from 8.4% and keeps growth at 3.5%. Both figures miss the government's targets. Globally, the Fund expects growth of 3.1% in 2026 despite the Middle East energy shock.