SPI decelerates to 28.5% on back of drop in food, energy prices
The economic forecast for Pakistan revises to 2% growth in 2024, with inflation remaining a concern.
District officials instructed to implement relief measure across Punjab
Traders express concerns as runaway inflation, unemployment take toll on spending
Equity funds saw outflow of $2.9b during weekended April 10
SPI surges, marking end to slowdown registered in past two weeks
Potential increase could exacerbate inflation concerns; tax hike also on horizon
Despite dip in food costs, overall inflation remains high, prompting policy speculation
Says central bank provided indirect loans to govt leading to high inflation
Shopkeepers report more than 50% decline in business this Ramazan