Pakistan Set to Record 21-Year Low Budget Deficit in FY26
Pakistan is projected to record its lowest budget deficit in 21 years at 3.6% of GDP in FY26, driven by IMF-backed fiscal discipline, SBP profits.
Government Employees Demand 200% Salary Increase Ahead of Budget 2026-27
The All Pakistan Clerks Association (APCA) has demanded a substantial increase in salaries and allowances for government employees ahead of […]
Freelancers Call on Government to Retain Low Tax Regime in Budget
The Pakistan Freelancers Association (PAFLA) has urged the Federal Board of Revenue (FBR) and the Ministry of Finance to avoid […]
Pakistan Likely to Impose 20-30% Tax on Cryptocurrency Transactions
Pakistan may introduce a 20%-30% capital gains tax on cryptocurrency transactions in Budget 2026-27 as the government moves to regulate digital assets.
IMF Proposes GST Increase to 19% in Budget 2026-27
IMF proposes raising Pakistan’s GST rate to 19% in Budget 2026-27, potentially generating up to Rs. 300 billion in revenue.
Govt Shares Long-Term Plan with IMF to Collect Nearly Rs. 11 Trillion Tax on Fuel
Pakistan plans to collect Rs. 10.78 trillion through petroleum levy on fuel over the next five years.
Traders Reject Proposed Asan Tax Scheme, Warn of Double Taxation
Pakistan Anjuman-e-Tajiran rejects the proposed Asan Tax Scheme for Budget 2026-27, warning that it could lead to double taxation, higher compliance costs.
Govt Plans Massive Tariff Cuts in Budget 2026-27 to Boost Industry and Exports
Government plans Rs. 200 billion tariff relief in Budget 2026-27 by reducing Additional Customs Duty and Regulatory Duties on industrial imports.
Budget 2026-27 May Bring Tough Tax Measures as IMF Pushes Fiscal Reforms
Budget 2026-27 may introduce tougher tax measures and reduced exemptions.
Budget Meeting Today to Finalize Development Priorities
The Annual Plan Coordination Committee (APCC) is meeting today in Islamabad to finalize development priorities, PSDP allocations, and economic targets ahead of the Federal Budget 2026-27.