ISLAMABAD: Pakistan's export of goods and services to the United States (US) witnessed an increase of 1.70 per cent during the first ten months of the current fiscal year (2025-26) as compared to the exports of the corresponding period of the previous year, according to the State Bank of Pakistan (SBP).
The overall exports to the US were recorded at $5.123 billion during July-April (2025-26) against exports of $5.037 billion during July-April (2024-25), SBP data revealed. On a year-to-year basis, exports to the US decreased by 0.82 per cent, from $493.826 million in April 2025 to $489.750 million in April 2026.
Monthly Trends in Exports
On a month-on-month basis, exports to the US increased by 2.61 per cent during April 2026 as compared to the exports of $477.275 million in March 2026, the SBP data revealed. This indicates a steady recovery in trade flows despite global economic challenges.
Overall Export Performance
Pakistan's total exports to other countries witnessed a decline of 5.43 per cent in the first ten months, falling from $27.307 billion to $25.824 billion, according to SBP data. The decline highlights the need for diversification and enhanced competitiveness in international markets.
Surge in Imports from the US
On the other hand, imports from the US into Pakistan during the months under review were recorded at $2.540 billion against $1.909 billion last year, showing an increase of 33.05 per cent in July-April (2025-26). On a year-on-year basis, imports from the US increased by 117.60 per cent to $400.966 million in April 2026, compared to $184.261 million in April 2025.
On a month-on-month basis, imports from the US also increased by 81.89 per cent during April 2026 as compared to the imports of $220.436 million during March 2026, according to the data.
Overall Import Growth
The overall imports into the country increased by 8.49 per cent, from $48.624 billion to $52.753 billion. The rise in imports, particularly from the US, reflects growing domestic demand and possibly higher energy or machinery purchases.
The SBP data also noted that the country's foreign exchange reserves stood at $22.64 billion, providing a buffer against external shocks.
