Pakistan Large‑Scale Manufacturing Rebounds in September 2025

By Erome, Erometimes.com

Islamabad, November 20, 2025 —

Pakistan industrial sector shows signs of recovery, as the latest data from the Pakistan Bureau of Statistics (PBS) reports a 2.69% year-on-year growth in Large‑Scale Manufacturing (LSM) for September. (Read full PBS report)

Key Highlights:

• Month-on-month growth: LSM rose 2.05% in September, reflecting stabilization in production.
• Quarterly growth: The first quarter of FY 2025‑26 (July–September) posted 4.08% growth, with the automobile and cement sectors leading the rebound. (Profit Analysis)
• Food production: Increased 6.94%, led by wheat and rice milling.
• Textiles: Modest growth (1.88%), but value-added garments fell 2.18%.
• Automobile sector: Outstanding performance with production up 84.58%, including cars, trucks, and buses.
• Energy-intensive industries: Coke and petroleum products fell 3.35%, while diesel production rose 10.83%, kerosene 11.17%, LPG 8.20%, and lubricating oil 46.50%.
• Pharmaceuticals & steel: Production declined 4.81% and 3.52%, respectively.

Expert Analysis:

Economists consider this a fragile but promising recovery. Strong growth in the automobile sector highlights rising domestic demand, while mixed results in textiles, pharmaceuticals, and steel indicate areas requiring policy support.

Implications for the Economy:

• Boost to GDP: The industrial uptick may support overall economic growth.
• Policy Measures: Incentives for lagging sectors and infrastructure resilience will be critical.
• Investment Opportunities: The auto sector could attract both local and foreign investment.

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