Business confidence index jumps to 22%, new jobs index up 16% as economic stability boosts investor sentiment
Pakistan’s business confidence has risen to the highest level in seven years, according to the Overseas Investors Chamber of Commerce and Industry (OICCI) Survey 2025. OICCI represents more than 200 international companies operating across 13 key sectors of Pakistan’s economy.
The report highlights that economic stability achieved through the efforts of the Special Investment Facilitation Council (SIFC), along with rising business confidence, is bringing Pakistan into a new phase of growth.
According to the survey, the Business Confidence Index (BCI) has risen from 11 points to 22%, marking a significant improvement in the overall mood. The services sector led the momentum with a 24% increase, while the retail and manufacturing sectors also registered notable gains.
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In larger cities, business confidence rose from 14% to 23%, while in smaller cities and rural areas it rose from -3% to 19%.
OICCI members reported an increase in business confidence from 17% to 27%, while the investment index improved from -4% to 12%, reflecting increasing positivity in business activity and investment trends across the country.
The survey further indicates that new orders increased from 26% to 41% and the new jobs index registered a 16% increase.
Hailing the results as a sign of strengthening confidence, OICCI President Yusuf Hussain stated that expanding business activity and growing confidence among foreign investors further strengthens Pakistan’s economic stability and growth trajectory.
