Economy
Pakistan Achieves Major Fiscal Milestone with Record Deficit Reduction.
May 17, 2026 at 9:52 PM
Pakistan has reported a significant improvement in its fiscal health for the 2025 fiscal year, with the budget deficit narrowing to 5.38% of GDP, outperforming IMF and government projections through disciplined spending and robust revenue growth.
United States
US Tariff Adjustments Could Push Federal Deficit Upward by $1.1 Trillion.
April 27, 2026 at 8:34 PM
The Congressional Budget Office (CBO) has indicated that recent changes in US tariff policy could increase the federal deficit by $1.1 trillion over the next decade, though officials note that definitive long-term forecasting remains complex.
Japan
Japanese Opposition Demands Five-Year Fiscal Consolidation Roadmap.
April 20, 2026 at 2:24 AM
A Japanese opposition leader is calling for a formal five-year strategy to return the country to a primary surplus, acknowledging that while current deficits are manageable, a long-term plan is essential for economic stability.







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