Pakistan Imports from Iran Rise 17% YoY to $248 Million in FY 2026‑27
Imports of goods from Iran climbed 17% year‑on‑year to $248 million in the first two months of FY 2026‑27, reflecting steady growth in trade with Tehran amid regional uncertainties.
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The modest increase in imports from Iran provides a mixed outlook; some import‑related sectors may see a slight benefit, while overall market impact is limited.
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Open on ProPakistani## Overview
Pakistan’s trade with Iran has shown a consistent upward trend, with imports reaching $248 million in the July‑August period of fiscal year 2026‑27. This represents a 17 % year‑on‑year increase from the $212 million recorded in the same months of the previous fiscal year.
## Year‑on‑Year Growth
The $36 million rise translates to a 17 % jump, underscoring a steady expansion in bilateral trade. Over the full fiscal year, imports from Iran totaled $1.395 billion, up 12 % from $1.241 billion in FY 2025‑26.
## Historical Context
- FY 2025‑26: $1.395 billion (12 % rise) - FY 2024‑25: $1.241 billion - FY 2023‑24: $1.037 billion - FY 2022‑23: $880 million - FY 2021‑22: $773.8 million - FY 2020‑21: $518.6 million - FY 2019‑20: $440 million
## Market Implications
The sustained growth in imports from Iran indicates a healthy demand for Iranian goods in Pakistan. While the increase is modest, it may benefit import‑centric companies and banks that finance trade transactions. However, the overall impact on the Pakistan Stock Exchange (PSX) remains mixed, as the rise is part of a broader trend of expanding trade rather than a sharp market‑moving event.
## Conclusion
The incremental rise in imports from Iran reflects steady trade relations and may provide a slight boost to sectors involved in import financing and logistics, but it does not constitute a decisive market catalyst for PSX investors.