The Pakistan Bureau of Statistics reported a year-on-year inflation rate of 7% in February 2026, up from 5.8% in January. This increase is attributed to a 10% rise in electricity charges and significant food price hikes, especially tomatoes, which surged by 23%. Month-on-month, CPI rose by 0.3%. Analysts warn that inflation could reach double digits by mid-2026 due to seasonal demand during Ramadan and ongoing global commodity price volatility, particularly influenced by the US-Israel-Iran conflict, which has pushed Brent crude prices above $82 per barrel.
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Pakistan Inflation Rises To 7% Due To Fuel Price Hikes
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Inflation in Pakistan hit 7% YoY in February 2026, a 16-month high, driven by rising electricity charges and food prices, particularly tomatoes. The government raised fuel prices, further straining household budgets amid geopolitical tensions affecting oil prices.
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