In a significant turn of events, Pakistan's current account returned to a surplus of $121 million in January 2026, marking a notable recovery from a deficit of $265 million in December 2025. This improvement is particularly striking given the cumulative current account deficit of $1.07 billion recorded during the first seven months of FY26, compared to a surplus of $560 million in the same period last fiscal year. According to the State Bank of Pakistan (SBP), this surplus indicates a positive shift in the external account position, which had been under pressure due to higher import payments and seasonal factors. "January’s rebound suggests a moderation in outflows or an uptick in inflows, helping the balance swing back into surplus," noted Profit by Pakistan Today. Additionally, workers' remittance inflows totaled $3.46 billion in January, down from $3.59 billion in December 2025, reflecting ongoing challenges in the remittance sector despite overall positive trends in the current account.