The Pakistan Bureau of Statistics (PBS) has reported a slight decline in inflation, with a 0.35% decrease in prices over the past week. The annual inflation rate currently stands at 1.98%, indicating a moderate rise in prices compared to the previous year.
According to PBS data, prices of 11 essential items increased during the week. These items include eggs, beef, powdered milk, garlic, mutton, jaggery, and onions. Additionally, the cost of firewood, energy savers, and cigarettes also went up.
Meanwhile, prices for 12 essential goods fell. Key items such as tomatoes, chicken, sugar, moong dal, potatoes, mash dal, and wheat flour became cheaper. The price of sugar dropped by 0.71%, averaging Rs179.33 per kilogram. However, sugar prices varied by city, reaching up to Rs190 per kilogram in Karachi, Peshawar, and Faisalabad.
In some Punjab cities, sugar was sold at Rs173 per kilogram. In Rawalpindi and Islamabad, it was priced around Rs185 per kilogram. Small decreases were also seen in the prices of chickpea lentils and liquefied petroleum gas (LPG).
PBS also reported that prices of 28 other essential commodities remained stable during the week. This stability helped keep the overall inflation rate moderate.
Khurram Shehzad, Adviser to the Finance Minister, commented on social media that inflation remained controlled in July 2025. He said the government is working to maintain price stability to reduce the burden on consumers.
Overall, the recent inflation report shows a balanced trend. While some essential items have become more expensive, others have seen price drops. The data suggests that inflation remains moderate, offering some relief to Pakistani households.
The government continues its efforts to manage inflation and improve the economic situation. Keeping inflation stable is important for protecting the purchasing power of citizens across the country.
