Tag: Budget 2025
Tax Shock Ahead: Govt and IMF Eye Hike on Solar and Internet Services
In a move that could directly impact millions of households and businesses, the Pakistani government is weighing new tax measures on solar panels and internet services as part of its latest fiscal discussions with the International Monetary Fund (IMF). These proposals are part of a contingency plan, a financial backup to be used only if the … Read more
Tax on Solar Panels in Budget 2025–26: What It Means for You
When Finance Minister Muhammad Aurangzeb unveiled Pakistan’s federal budget for FY 2025–26 on June 10, 2025, one of the most discussed measures was the introduction of an 18% general sales tax on imported solar panels. As Pakistan experiences a surge in solar adoption, this move—aimed at nurturing the local solar manufacturing industry—has left many weighing its long-term impacts. Let’s … Read more
Targeted Relief for the Salaried Class: Who Really Wins?
When Pakistan rolled out its budget for fiscal year 2025–26 in June 2025, it promised a measure of relief for salaried workers, an increasingly vocal segment in a country grappling with inflation and widening fiscal deficits. But as with many government measures, the impact depends on who you are: a low-income urban worker, a mid-level … Read more
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