Weekly Inflation Rises 0.23% According to PBS
Pakistan Bureau of Statistics reports a 0.23% increase in the Sensitive Price Indicator (SPI) based weekly inflation, signaling upward pressure on consumer prices.
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How This Affects the Exchange
Sector Effect
Negative · Do not buy
Rising inflation pressures consumer spending and may prompt tighter monetary policy, leading to a negative outlook for most PSX sectors; avoid buying.
Sectors & Direction
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Desk call: Do not buy · Negatively affected
- BanksNegatively affected
- Oil & GasNegatively affected
- CementNegatively affected
- PowerNegatively affected
- FertilizerNegatively affected
- TextileNegatively affected
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- ISL· Negatively affected · Do not buy
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Sectors: Banks, Oil & Gas, Cement, Power, Fertilizer, Textile — Negative · Do not buy. PSX tickers: ISL. Rising inflation pressures consumer spending and may prompt tighter monetary policy, leading to a negative outlook for most PSX sectors; avoid buying.
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Open on The Nation## Inflation Update
The Pakistan Bureau of Statistics (PBS) released its latest Sensitive Price Indicator (SPI) based weekly inflation figure on 12 September 2026. The index rose by 0.23% compared with the previous week, indicating a modest but continuing increase in price pressures across the economy.
## Drivers of the Rise
The upward movement was driven primarily by higher food and energy prices, with wheat and cooking oil showing notable gains. Transport costs also contributed as fuel prices remained elevated due to global oil market volatility.
## Market Implications
Higher inflation typically erodes purchasing power and can lead to tighter monetary policy. Investors are likely to reassess risk‑on positions, especially in sectors sensitive to consumer spending and interest‑rate changes.
## Outlook
Analysts expect inflation to remain in a narrow band unless there is a significant shift in global oil prices or domestic supply dynamics. The State Bank of Pakistan may consider adjusting policy rates if the trend persists.
## Shariah‑Compliant Perspective
For Shariah‑compliant investors, the inflation rise underscores the importance of monitoring sectors that are less vulnerable to price volatility, such as banking and certain industrials, while remaining cautious on consumer‑focused equities.