Navigating Recovery: Cautious Optimism Amid Global Headwinds – Investment Landscape Q1 2025
After signs of recovery in 2024, supported by improving macroeconomic condition and a revival in investor sentiment, Pakistan’s investment ecosystem entered 2025 with cautious momentum. The venture funding activity remained limited, with three deals recorded in Q1,...
Path to Recovery Toward a Brighter Future – Startup Landscape 2024
The year 2024 has passed witnessing the resilience of Pakistan startup ecosystem amid persistent challenges, reflecting gradual recovery and potential for growth. The year began with a dry first half, largely impacted by global VC funding constraints and domestic...
Pakistan Macro Outlook – Easing provides Opportunity
The recent 250 basis point (bps) policy rate cut by Pakistan's central bank to 15% marks a substantial shift in the country’s economic strategy, going beyond the market’s expected cut of 120-150 bps. This bold move aims to lower the government’s borrowing costs...