Business Confidence Index Rises to 22%, New Jobs Index Jumps 16% as Economic Stability Boosts Investor Sentiment
Pakistan’s business confidence has reached its highest level in seven years, according to the Overseas Investors Chamber of Commerce and Industry (OICCI) Survey 2025. The OICCI represents more than 200 international companies operating in more than 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 growing business confidence, is taking 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 overall sentiment. The services sector led the push with a 24% increase, while the retail and manufacturing sectors also posted notable gains.
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In major cities, business confidence increased from 14% to 23%, while in smaller cities and rural regions it increased 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 growing 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 job index registered an increase of 16%.
Hailing the results as a sign of strengthening confidence, OICCI President Yusuf Hussain said expanding business activity and growing confidence among foreign investors are further strengthening Pakistan’s economic stability and growth trajectory.
