IMF sees Pakistan inflation at 9.9% in 2027 as growth eases to 3.5%

The IMF inflation forecast for Pakistan puts 2027 inflation at 9.9 percent, while growth is seen easing to 3.5 percent from 3.6 percent in 2026.

The IMF World Economic Outlook, released Tuesday, projects Pakistan's inflation at 9.9% in 2027, after 7.1% in 2026 and 4.5% in 2025.

GDP growth is projected at 3.2% in 2025, 3.6% in 2026 and 3.5% in 2027.

The current account is seen flat in 2026, then in deficit by 1% of GDP in 2027, against a 0.5% surplus in 2025.

Unemployment is forecast at 6.9% in 2026 and 6.5% in 2027, down from 7.1% in 2025.

The 9.9% figure is given for 2027; some accounts call it the fiscal year 2026-27 forecast and say it was raised, without stating the old number.

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