Public shows cautious optimism about economy in ICMA survey |
KARACHI: A majority of Pakistanis expect economic improvement or stability in 2026, but public opinion reflects cautious optimism rather than exuberance, according to a survey.
The survey titled “Pakistan’s 2026 Outlook and Public Priorities”, conducted by the Institute of Cost and Management Accountants of Pakistan (ICMA), shows that 56.9 per cent of respondents expect economic improvement in 2026, while 43.1pc anticipate stability. Nearly 29.3pc describe the outlook as promising, and 25pc expect the economy to grow, driven by hopes of recovery in........