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Pakistan Weekly Market Intelligence Bulletin (1 October 2026)
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· October 9, 2026
· 1 min read
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Key takeaway The cost of a basic food basket for a household is now around PKR 17,300 per month.
Food prices have been affected by various factors. A recent report shows that prices for essential items are higher than before a certain conflict. The cost of a basic food basket for a household is now around PKR 17,300 per month.
Petrol and diesel prices are also up, by 50 percent and 45 percent respectively. Despite some decreases, these prices remain high. Regional issues with energy and shipping are contributing to the problem.
Further information is available from the Pakistan Weekly Market Intelligence Bulletin, which provides details on the current market situation and price trends.
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Category: disaster Published: October 9, 2026 Source: ReliefWeb Reading time: 1 min
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