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Moody’s downgrades Pakistan’s banking outlook to stable, citing economic recovery and remittances, but warns of ongoing fiscal and structural challenges.
Moody’s has downgraded Pakistan’s banking sector outlook from positive to stable, citing gradual economic recovery, improved external conditions, and stronger remittance inflows, though challenges remain.
The sector’s performance is closely tied to sovereign stability, with half its assets in government securities, exposing banks to fiscal risks.
While capital buffers are strong and inflation is easing, credit growth remains constrained by high borrowing costs and weak private-sector demand.
Moody’s forecasts 3.5% GDP growth in 2026, following a 3.1% rise in 2025, but warns that sustained progress depends on structural reforms and prudent fiscal management.
Moody's rebaja la perspectiva bancaria de Pakistán a estable, citando la recuperación económica y las remesas, pero advierte de los desafíos fiscales y estructurales en curso.