Pakistan, April 10 -- Pakistan's two main gas companies, SNGPL and SSGC, have requested large price increases for consumers starting in July. They cited growing financial gaps and rising revenue needs for the 2025-26 fiscal year. These proposals were submitted to the regulator as part of their tariff review process.

Sui Northern Gas Pipelines Ltd (SNGPL) has asked for a rise of Rs735.59 per MMBTU, setting the new average price at Rs2,485.72. The company expects total revenue of Rs700.97 billion but faces a shortfall of Rs207.43 billion. SNGPL's public hearings will take place in Lahore and Peshawar on April 18 and 28.

Meanwhile, Sui Southern Gas Company Ltd (SSGC) is pushing for a much higher increase of Rs2,443 per MMBTU. The new reque...