Pakistan’s trade deficit crossed $4 billion in April 2026, marking its highest level in 46 months and an increase of nearly 4% compared to the previous year.
Exports registered a growth of 14%, reaching $2.48 billion for the month, while imports surged by 7.5%, totaling $6.55 billion.
The monthly trade deficit jumped 43.5% from March 2026, with imports increasing significantly more than exports.
In the first ten months of FY26, Pakistan’s trade deficit rose to $31.98 billion, a 20.3% increase compared to $26.59 billion in the same period last year.
Exports fell by over 6%, standing at $25.21 billion for FY26, while imports were recorded at $57.19 billion.


