Short -term inflation falls for fifth week
Listen to the article Karachi: Pakistani’s sensitive price index-a short-term inflation-was reduced by 0.36% weekly week (WOW) for the period ending January 30, 2025, marking the fifth consecutive weekly reduction. The fall was mainly driven by the fall of tomato prices, onions, potatoes, eggs and pulses, including basic goods. However, on an annual basis (on an annual basis), the SPI recorded 0.44%, although it was the lowest in almost seven years, marking inflationary pressures. Bananas, sugar and chicken led to growth. Analysts attribute the declining trend to seasonal factors, improved supply chains and relatively stable energy prices. However, they warn
