Pakistan’s Inflation Surges to 23-Month High in May 2026
Islamabad – Pakistan’s headline inflation accelerated sharply in May 2026, reaching its highest level in 23 months, according to the Pakistan Bureau of Statistics (PBS).The year-on-year Consumer Price Index (CPI) inflation stood at 11.7% in May 2026. This marks a significant increase from 3.5% recorded in May 2025.Urban areas: Inflation rose to 11.79%Rural areas: Inflation…
