Pakistan weekly inflation remained mixed during the latest reporting period, with prices of petrol, diesel, LPG and sugar declining while several essential food items became more expensive. According to the Federal Bureau of Statistics’ latest weekly inflation report, 22 essential commodities registered price increases, eight items became cheaper and the prices of 21 commodities remained unchanged.
The report showed that potatoes recorded one of the highest weekly increases, rising by 3.94 percent. Chicken prices also climbed by 3.70 percent, adding to household expenses across the country. Consumers also paid more for onions, which increased by 3.54 percent during the week.
Flour prices continued their upward trend, increasing by 1.61 percent compared with the previous week. The Bureau of Statistics also reported higher prices for eggs, beef and fresh milk, along with several other food products that contributed to the overall rise in the cost of living.
Despite increases in many essential items, the report highlighted notable price reductions in selected commodities. Tomato prices dropped sharply by 23.30 percent, making them the biggest weekly decline among commonly consumed food products.
The Bureau of Statistics further reported that mung lentils became cheaper by 2.15 percent, while masoor lentils recorded a 0.52 percent decline. These reductions offered limited relief to consumers facing higher prices for several other household necessities.
Energy costs also eased during the week, with petrol, diesel and LPG registering lower prices. Sugar prices also declined, providing some support to consumers despite broader inflationary pressures affecting food markets.
The latest data reflects continued fluctuations in Pakistan’s weekly inflation trend, where falling fuel and selected food prices have been offset by rising costs of several essential commodities. Policymakers and consumers will continue monitoring price movements in the coming weeks for signs of broader inflation stability.
