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Pakistan’s Economy Shows Resilience in First Half of FY24 Despite Headwinds

by News Publishing
February 21, 2024
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Pakistan’s Economy Shows Resilience in First Half of FY24 Despite Headwinds
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Pakistan’s financial landscape in the first half of FY2024 portrays a tale of astute fiscal management amidst challenges. Imagine the nation’s budget as a substantial piggy bank: thanks to innovative governmental initiatives, revenue surged by more than half. Despite facing hurdles, Pakistan demonstrates economic resilience during trying times, ensuring that the piggy bank remains filled, as reported by WealthPK.

Analyzing the data further, expenditures also saw a notable increase, particularly in “markup payments.” As the first half of the fiscal year concludes, a shift in the combined deficit reveals a figure that holds more significance than mere statistics.

A pivotal aspect of Pakistan’s economic narrative revolves around the delicate balance between tax generation, controlled spending, and the ongoing endeavor to maintain either a fiscal deficit or surplus.

The Monthly Economic Update and Outlook for January 2024, released by the finance ministry, underscores the pivotal role of prudent policies and assertive measures in navigating the economy through turbulent waters. These initiatives have led to a gradual upturn in economic activity, offering a glimmer of hope amidst challenges.

Delving into the financial details, total revenues during the first half of FY2024 witnessed a commendable 46% increase, bolstered by a 30% upsurge in FBR tax collections and a remarkable 109% rise in non-tax collections. This surge can be attributed to various factors, including heightened earnings from markups across sectors, SBP profits, and petroleum levies. However, the scenario grew more intricate as overall spending surged, marking a noteworthy 45% increase.

This surge posed a unique challenge, requiring a delicate balancing act between maintaining a positive primary surplus and ensuring fiscal stability. The spike was primarily driven by a significant 64% increase in markup payments.

Despite these challenges, a current account surplus in December provided a glimmer of hope for external stability amidst the economic intricacies.

“Total spending surged by 45% to Rs9261.8 billion, with a significant 64% increase in markup payments, contributing to a 41% overall rise in current spending compared to the previous year,” observed Maryam Fatima, Senior Joint Director at the SBP, highlighting the nuances unveiled in the study.

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