In recent developments, Pakistan's export sector has shown signs of recovery after a challenging period marked by consistent declines. According to Dawn, merchandise exports increased by 3.73% in January 2026, reaching $3.061 billion, compared to $2.951 billion in the same month the previous year. This follows a series of monthly declines, with export proceeds dropping by 20.41% in December and 14.54% in November. The Pakistan Bureau of Statistics highlighted a significant month-on-month growth of 34.96% in January, suggesting a potential turnaround in the export sector. However, the sentiment remains cautious as the country continues to face external trade pressures, with negative growth recorded since August 2025, except for a brief positive spike in July (Dawn, February 03, 2026).