Food costs have risen significantly, with households paying nearly 11 percent more compared to the same time last year. The main drivers of this increase are higher costs of wheat, wheat flour, cooking oil, and perishable items. Overall inflation has also increased, though at a slower rate than the previous month.

The increase in food prices is particularly notable, with some items rising by as much as 7 percent in a single month. This surge in costs is likely to have a disproportionate impact on low-income households. Further details on the current economic situation are available from the WFP Pakistan Monthly Market Monitor for August 2026.