Pakistan’s economy recorded 3.99 percent growth during the third quarter of fiscal year 2025-26, with the industrial sector playing the leading role in the expansion, according to fresh data released by the National Accounts Committee on Wednesday.
Figures prepared by the Pakistan Bureau of Statistics also showed upward revisions in earlier quarterly estimates. Economic growth for the first quarter was revised to 3.92 percent from 3.63 percent, while second-quarter growth was adjusted to 4.05 percent from 3.89 percent.
During the third quarter, agriculture grew by 3.01 percent, industry by 4.65 percent and services by 4.18 percent. Agriculture posted broad-based improvement, including gains in crops, livestock, forestry and fishing.
Industry remained the strongest contributor despite declines in mining and electricity-related sectors. Large-scale manufacturing expanded sharply by 9.53 percent, helping offset weaknesses elsewhere. Construction activity also remained positive, though growth slowed compared to last year.
The services sector showed steady performance, supported by trade, transport, communication, education, finance and healthcare activities.
The committee provisionally estimated overall GDP growth for FY26 at 3.70 percent. Pakistan’s economy is now valued at Rs126.9 trillion, or about $452 billion, while per capita income stands at nearly $1,901.
