Published on, Sept. 26 -- September 26, 2025 5:34 PM

The weekly inflation rate in Pakistan, measured through the Sensitive Price Indicator (SPI), eased by 0.16 percent for the combined consumption group during the week ending September 25. The SPI was recorded at 330.32 points compared to 330.84 points a week earlier, reflecting marginal relief for households. However, despite this weekly dip, inflation remained higher on a year-on-year basis, rising by 3.95 percent compared to the same week last year.

Breaking down the figures, the SPI for the lowest income group-earning up to Rs17,732-showed a slight increase of 0.02 percent, rising to 322.77 points from last week's 322.71 points. In contrast, higher income groups recorded mild decrea...