Unprecedented Rise in Pakistan’s Consumer Prices Post Large-Scale Taxation in Budget 2024-25

Islamabad:Following extensive taxation measures in Budget 2024-25, Pakistan has witnessed an extraordinary increase in essential commodities such as cooking oil and petrol. Media reports highlight a surge of Rs. 30 to 40 per kilogram in cooking oil prices, alongside noticeable hikes in powdered milk, packaged milk, tea, and other goods during July.

**Latest Prices of Cooking Oil and Ghee:**
– Rafhan Cooking Oil 5 liters: Rs. 4,900
– Okey Cooking Oil 5 liters: Rs. 2,025
– Dalda Cooking Oil 5 liters: Rs. 2,585
– Dalda Sunflower Oil 5 liters: Rs. 2,585
– Meezan Cooking Oil 5 liters: Rs. 2,400
– Dalda Cooking Oil 1 liter: Rs. 525
– Eva Cooking Oil 5 liters: Rs. 2,590
– Season Canola Oil 3 liters: Rs. 1,351
– Dalda Canola Oil 5 liters: Rs. 2,585
– Sofi Canola Oil 5 liters: Rs. 2,600
– Habib Cooking Oil 5 liters: Rs. 2,445
– Sofi Sunflower Oil 5 liters: Rs. 2,650

This substantial price increase has impacted consumers nationwide, reflecting the economic challenges brought forth by recent fiscal policies.