Record surplus, remittances, and stock market gains boost investor confidence in Pakistan’s economic outlook.
Key Takeaways:
i) Pakistan’s current account surplus reached a record $1.19 billion in March 2025, a 229% increase year-on-year.
ii) The Pakistan Stock Exchange (PSX) KSE-100 Index surged by 881 points, closing at 116,901.
iii) Remittances hit a record high of $4.1 billion in March 2025, and the central bank projects economic growth between 2.5% and 3.5%.
Islamabad, Pakistan – April 17, 2025 – Pakistan’s economy is showing strong signs of recovery, fueled by a record current account surplus and a bullish performance in the stock market. According to recent reports, the nation’s current account surplus reached an impressive $1.19 billion in March 2025, marking a substantial 229% increase compared to the same period last year. This positive development has significantly boosted investor confidence, signaling a potential turnaround for the country’s economic outlook.
The Pakistan Stock Exchange (PSX) also experienced a significant surge, with the KSE-100 Index climbing 881 points to close at 116,901 on Thursday. This bullish trend reflects the growing optimism among investors regarding Pakistan’s economic prospects.
The State Bank of Pakistan (SBP) projects economic growth to range between 2.5% and 3.5%. Furthermore, the PSX is exploring collaboration with Malaysia to enhance its Islamic finance sector, indicating a proactive approach to diversifying and strengthening its financial markets.
In addition to the surplus and stock market gains, Pakistan received a record-high $4.1 billion in remittances in March 2025. The State Bank of Pakistan (SBP) projects economic growth to range between 2.5% and 3.5%. Furthermore, the PSX is exploring collaboration with Malaysia to enhance its Islamic finance sector, indicating a proactive approach to diversifying and strengthening its financial markets.