Pakistan, Oct. 17 -- ISLAMABAD -Official data shows that Pakistan's exports from 30 out of 71 key sectors fell during the first quarter of fiscal year 2025-26, contributing to slower export growth and an increasing trade deficit.

According to the Pakistan Bureau of Statistics (PBS), the trade deficit surged to $9.4 billion between July and September. Exports declined by 3.88% to $7.6 billion (Rs2.15 trillion), while imports rose 13.9% to $17 billion (over Rs4.82 trillion).

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Food exports: Fell 31%, Rice down 42%, Basmati rice 43.6%, Vegetables down 41%, tobacco 48%, Nuts and oilseeds down 68%, Sugar exports suspended. Textiles: Mixed performance; Cotton cloth down 14%, ...