More than one-third of Pakistanis (34%) anticipate an improvement in their financial standing over the next six months, a new survey reveals. However, a substantial portion (26%) predict a decline in their economic well-being during the same period, indicating a divided public outlook on the country”s financial trajectory.
A joint study by Gallup and Gilani Pakistan and Dun and Bradstreet Pakistan highlights this economic uncertainty. While 34% foresee improvement, a significant 21% remain unsure about their future prospects. Adding to the ambiguity, 19% of those surveyed chose not to respond, suggesting a potential lack of confidence in predicting economic conditions.
The survey, conducted between April and May 2025, posed the question, “What do you expect your household’s financial situation to be in the next 6 months?” Responses ranged from optimistic (3% expecting “much better,” 31% expecting “better”) to pessimistic (18% anticipating “worse,” 8% expecting “much worse”). The remaining 21% anticipate no change from their current situation.
Carried out through telephone interviews (CATI), the nationally representative survey encompassed 1,590 men and women in both urban and rural locales across Pakistan”s four provinces. The margin of error is estimated at approximately ± 2-3 percent with a 95% confidence level. The research was released by Dun and Bradstreet Pakistan and executed by Gallup and Gilani Pakistan, affiliated with Gallup International. The source of this information is the Gilani Research Foundation.