Karachi, April 23 -- Inflation in Pakistan is likely to stay in double digits through April 2026, as persistent cost pressures continue to weigh heavily on the economy. Overall price levels remain high due to sustained energy costs, currency fluctuations, and structural inefficiencies, as reported by The Express Tribune.

According to The Express Tribune, a report by Optimus Capital identifies energy inflation as the main contributor to stubborn price levels, with year-on-year energy costs expected to near 30 per cent. The report attributes this to firm global oil prices, limited fiscal room for subsidies, and continued transmission of fuel price hikes into the broader economy.

Transport costs, in particular, remain volatile, influencing...