Pakistan’s Industrial Growth Accelerates as Large-Scale Manufacturing Rises 5.77%

Islamabad: Pakistan’s industrial sector is moving rapidly toward growth as a result of special facilitation by the Special Investment Facilitation Council (SIFC) and broader government measures. During the current fiscal year, the country’s Large-Scale Manufacturing (LSM) sector delivered strong performance, sending a clear signal of economic recovery.

Key Economic Figures

During the July–May period of fiscal year 2025–26, the manufacturing Quantum Index increased to 121.65, compared with 115.02 during the corresponding period of the previous fiscal year.

As a result, the LSM sector recorded year-on-year growth of 5.77%.

Key Drivers and Effects of Industrial Growth

The improvement recorded in the industrial sector is helping strengthen production capacity while creating new opportunities for investment and employment across the country.

The major factors behind this positive development include:

SIFC policy support: The introduction of business-friendly policies on a priority basis is contributing to a steady increase in industrial production and investment.

Potential increase in exports: Greater manufacturing capacity is expected to improve the access of Pakistani products to international markets and support growth in export volumes.

Sustainable economic growth: Stability in industrial activity is helping revive overall commercial and economic activity across the country.

Economic Outlook

According to analysts, the sustained improvement in the manufacturing index demonstrates that Pakistan’s industrial structure is once again being rebuilt on stronger foundations.

Through the coordinated strategy of the SIFC and relevant institutions, the country is expected to achieve its objectives of sustainable economic growth in the industrial sector in the near future.