Pakistan Inflation Rate Rises to 13.98% – Weekly Report

Pakistan’s inflation rate has shown a noticeable increase, reaching 13.98% on an annual basis, according to the latest weekly report released by the Bureau of Statistics. This rise highlights ongoing economic pressure on households.

Just a week earlier, the inflation rate stood at 12.16%, indicating a sharp upward trend within a short period. Experts believe that fluctuating prices of essential goods are contributing to this surge.

The report reveals that prices of 19 essential items increased during the past week. This includes key food products that directly impact daily household expenses.

Among the items that saw price hikes, potatoes increased by 3.13%, bread by 0.91%, and cooking oil by 0.69%. Additionally, eggs, mutton, chicken, and ghee also became more expensive.

On the other hand, some relief was observed in certain items. Tomato prices dropped significantly by 27.65%, while onions became cheaper by 9.35%, offering temporary relief to consumers.

Fuel-related items such as diesel and LPG, along with flour and sugar, also recorded a decrease in prices. This mixed trend reflects instability in market conditions.

Despite the annual increase, weekly inflation recorded a slight decline of 0.33%, suggesting short-term stabilization. However, overall economic challenges continue to affect purchasing power.