Pakistan, Oct. 2 -- Pakistan's trade deficit increased by more than 6% year-on-year to $3.56 billion in September 2026. The latest figures from the Pakistan Bureau of Statistics showed a wider trade gap.

The country recorded a $3.35 billion trade deficit in September 2025. The latest increase came despite stronger export performance during the month. However, imports grew at a faster pace than exports.

Pakistan's exports reached $2.94 billion in September 2026. The figure marked a 17.6% increase from $2.5 billion recorded during the same month last year. The rise reflected stronger export activity during the period.

Meanwhile, imports climbed to $6.49 billion in September 2026. They increased by more than 11% from $5.85 billion in Sept...