Pakistan’s Services Exports Surge to $8.27 Billion During FY 2025-26

Pakistan’s services exports recorded impressive growth during the first ten months of FY 2025-26, mainly due to the strong performance of the information technology (IT) sector. According to official figures, the country earned $8.27 billion from services exports between July 2025 and April 2026, compared to $7.03 billion during the same period last year. This represents a growth of 17.68 percent.

The IT industry continues to play a major role in boosting export earnings. Government estimates suggest that IT exports could reach between $4.5 billion and $4.6 billion by the end of June 2026. The sector has become one of the most important contributors to Pakistan’s external trade performance.

Pakistan’s Services Exports Surge to $8.27 Billion During FY 2025-26

Data released by the Pakistan Bureau of Statistics shows that services exports maintained steady growth throughout the year. Monthly increases ranged from 8.41 percent in August to over 31 percent in January, reflecting consistent demand for Pakistani services in international markets.

A significant factor behind this growth has been the expansion of digital connectivity across the country. The number of domestic internet connections increased from 1.9 million in 2024 to 5.1 million in 2026. The recent 5G spectrum auction, which generated $509 million in revenue, is expected to further strengthen internet access and support the growth of digital services.

In April 2026 alone, services exports reached nearly $915 million, showing an increase of 21.71 percent compared to the same month last year. However, month-on-month growth remained modest at 0.30 percent.

Among the various service categories, telecommunications, computer, and information services performed exceptionally well. Exports from these sectors rose by 21.14 percent to $3.81 billion during the July-April period. Other business services also showed strong growth, increasing by 25.41 percent to $1.76 billion.

Travel services emerged as another fast-growing segment, with exports rising by 39.52 percent to $872 million. In contrast, transport service exports declined by 6.88 percent, falling to $798 million.

On the import side, Pakistan spent $10.31 billion on services during the first ten months of FY26, an increase of 8.56 percent compared to the previous year. Transport services accounted for the largest share of imports, reaching $4.21 billion. Travel services imports also increased sharply by 28 percent to $2.67 billion.

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Despite the rise in imports, Pakistan’s services trade deficit narrowed considerably. The deficit declined by 17.38 percent to $2.04 billion, compared to $2.47 billion during the same period last year.

The latest figures highlight the growing importance of Pakistan’s IT and digital services industry. As internet access expands and technology investments continue, the sector is expected to remain a key source of export earnings and economic growth in the coming years.