Pakistan has reached an important milestone by recording its first current account surplus in 14 years, showing signs of an improving economy. For the financial year 2024–25, the country posted a surplus of $2.1 billion, mainly because of record remittances, strong textile and IT exports, and better financial planning by the government.
In June 2025 alone, the surplus stood at $328 million, which helped Pakistan recover from a long stretch of deficits. This means that for the first time in years, Pakistan earned more from its exports and remittances than it spent on imports and payments abroad.
Remittances sent by Pakistanis living and working abroad rose sharply by 27% to $38.3 billion, providing much-needed support for the economy. Textile exports grew by 7.4%, while IT exports increased by 18% to reach $3.8 billion. These gains in key sectors show that Pakistan is moving in the right direction.
Experts say that recent reforms and smart policies have encouraged overseas Pakistanis to send money through proper banking channels, which helps the economy in a legal and secure way. Better fiscal management has also made a big difference.
This surplus is seen as a good sign for Pakistan’s economic future. Many hope it will help the country strengthen its foreign exchange reserves, control debt, and support the value of its currency.
