Economic Survey of Pakistan: The Complete Guide (2026)
What is the Economic Survey, what did the 2025-26 edition reveal, and where is Pakistan’s economy heading? GDP, inflation, remittances, debt — every key number explained.
Last updated: 11 October 2026
Quick answer: The Economic Survey of Pakistan is the government’s annual pre-budget economic report card, launched by the Finance Minister. The latest — Economic Survey 2025-26 (launched 11 June 2026 by Muhammad Aurangzeb) — recorded 3.7% GDP growth (a four-year high), per capita income of $1,901, an economy worth $452 billion, and a fiscal deficit of just 0.7% of GDP — though most targets were missed.
Key Numbers (2025-26)
The headline figures from the latest survey.
GDP growth (4-yr high)
economy size
per capita income
fiscal deficit / GDP
What the Economic Survey Is
Pakistan’s annual economic report card.
The Document
Published yearly by the Ministry of Finance a day before the federal budget — a comprehensive review of the outgoing fiscal year’s economic performance.
The Launch
Unveiled by the Finance Minister at a press conference in Islamabad — Muhammad Aurangzeb launched both the 2024-25 and 2025-26 editions.
The Coverage
GDP, agriculture, industry, services, inflation, trade, debt, remittances, energy, IT, education, health and climate — every sector in one volume.
Survey 2025-26: Highlights
Launched 11 June 2026 — the numbers that matter.
| Indicator | 2025-26 | Note |
|---|---|---|
| GDP growth | 3.7% | Highest in 4 years; target was 4.2% (missed) |
| Economy size | Rs 126.9tr / $452.1b | Record level |
| Per capita income | $1,901 | Up from $1,751 |
| Fiscal deficit | 0.7% of GDP | Down from 2.6%; primary surplus 3.2% |
| FBR revenue | +10.1% | Tax base doubled in 2 years |
| Current account | $72m surplus | Jul–Mar; remittances $30.3b |
| Remittances | $30.3b (+8.2%) | Record $4.25b in May 2026 |
| IT exports | $3.8b (10 mo) | Projected $4.5b for the year |
| Exchange rate | Rs 280.65/$ | Stable |
| Reserves | $21.8b | Total |
| Inflation (CPI avg) | 6.2% | Spiked to 10.9% in Apr 2026 |
| Population | 252m | Unemployment 7.1%, literacy 63% |
The honest caveat: the government missed most macro targets — growth (4.2%), exports, the FBR collection target — amid a tariff war, super floods and regional conflict. Deep dive: Survey 2025-26 highlights.
Sector Performance
Who grew, who didn’t.
Agriculture +2.89%
Grew despite floods; bumper sugarcane, wheat and rice crops; livestock consistently strong.
Industry +3.51%
Large-scale manufacturing up 6.1% — highest in 4 years; 16 of 22 sectors positive.
Services +4.9%
Highest in 4 years; ICT surged 7.52% on the 5G rollout ($509.6m auction revenue).
Survey History: Recent Editions
The trajectory: from contraction to recovery.
| Survey | GDP growth | Inflation | Per capita income |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2022-23 | -0.2% | 29% | — |
| 2023-24 | 2.5% | 23.4% | — |
| 2024-25 | 2.7% | 4.6% | $1,824 |
| 2025-26 | 3.7% | 6.2% avg | $1,901 |
Previous edition: Survey 2024-25 key points · Trend: Pakistan GDP growth rate.
In-Depth Guides
Every economic indicator, explained.
Survey 2025-26 Highlights
The full breakdown of the latest edition — every sector, every number.
Pakistan GDP Growth Rate
Current rate, history from contraction to recovery, and targets.
Survey 2024-25 Key Points
The previous edition — 2.7% growth, inflation tamed, the turnaround year.
Pakistan Remittances 2026
Record inflows — $30.3b and the $4.25b May record explained.
Frequently Asked Questions
Quick answers on the Economic Survey.
What is the Economic Survey of Pakistan?
What is Pakistan’s current GDP growth rate?
When was the latest Economic Survey launched?
What is Pakistan’s per capita income?
What is the size of Pakistan’s economy?
Did Pakistan meet its economic targets in 2025-26?
Understand Pakistan’s Economy
From the latest survey to the long-term trends — every number explained.