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Pakistan’s Trade Deficit Reaches $4 Billion in April 2026

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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.

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