Tag: spi
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Pakistan’s weekly inflation dips slightly amid lower fuel and onion prices
Pakistan’s weekly inflation, as measured by the Sensitive Price Indicator (SPI), registered a slight decline of 0.16 per cent for the combined consumption groups during the week ending on August 15, according to the Pakistan Bureau of Statistics (PBS).
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Weekly inflation rises 1.28% as essential food items, fuel costs surge
In a challenging economic climate, food prices in Pakistan have surged, forcing consumers to purchase essential items at elevated costs.
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Weekly inflation inches down, yearly SPI surges
The Weekly Sensitive Price Indicator (SPI) for the Combined Group saw a slight dip of 0.09 per cent week over week (WoW) for the week ending March 28, 2024.
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Pakistanis catch a break as weekly inflation hits 18-week low
Short-term inflation in Pakistan dipped to 29.06 per cent year-on-year by the week ending March 21, stepping down from its prolonged stint above 30 per cent for the past 18 weeks, as per recent official data.
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Inflation edges higher as weekly SPI indicates increase in prices
According to the Weekly Sensitive Price Indicator (SPI) released by the Pakistan Bureau of Statistics (PBS), the Combined Group’s SPI increased by 0.04 per cent during the week ending February 22, 2024.
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Yearly basis: Weekly inflation stays above 34%
In the week concluding on February 15, 2024, the Weekly Sensitive Price Indicator (SPI) for the Combined Group exhibited a slight decrease of 0.78 per cent week-over-week (WoW).
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Price Monitoring Committee responds to alarming spike in food prices
In response to the surge in food prices, the Food and Industries Departments of Punjab, Sindh, and KP have jointly implemented robust monitoring measures, including heavy fines, surprise raids, and the sealing of establishments engaging in price gouging.
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Weekly inflation in Pakistan remains above 40% for sixth consecutive week
In the week concluding on December 21, weekly inflation exhibited a marginal easing but peRsisted above 40 per cent for the sixth consecutive week.
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Cost of living rises: SPI records increase in weekly inflation
The Sensitive Price Indicator (SPI) recorded a slight increase of 0.71 per cent for the week ending November 3, 2023, compared to the previous week. According to data from the Pakistan Bureau of Statistics (PBS), the combined index stood at 279.08 on November 3, 2023, up from 277.11 on October 26, 2023, and significantly higher…
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Sharp rise in petrol price drives weekly inflation up, worsening daily struggles for Pakistanis
The Sensitive Price Index (SPI) in Pakistan has risen by 1.30 per cent compared to the previous week, intensifying the financial burden on the already struggling population. The nation is grappling with ever-depreciating financial resources as it faces a sharp increase in petroleum prices and food inflation.