Pakistan’s loss-making state-owned enterprises (SOEs) recorded a combined loss of Rs342.8 billion during the first half of fiscal year 2025-26.
However, profitable government-owned companies generated Rs423.3 billion during the same period.
The figures emerged during a meeting of the Cabinet Committee on State-Owned Enterprises. The Finance Minister chaired the meeting as officials reviewed the overall performance of SOEs.
Government Provides Rs804 Billion Support to SOEs
According to the Ministry of Finance, the government provided Rs804 billion in support to state-owned enterprises during the period.
At the same time, government agencies received Rs839 billion from SOEs.
After accounting for these flows, state-owned enterprises recorded an overall net financial profit of Rs35 billion.
The figures highlight a mixed performance across government-owned institutions.
While some companies generated substantial profits, several loss-making entities continued to place pressure on public finances.
Committee Calls for Stronger Financial Discipline
The committee directed government institutions to improve financial discipline and reduce their reliance on public resources.
It also called for faster reforms in institutions that continue to record losses.
Officials reviewed several financial and operational challenges during the meeting.
These included weaknesses in operations, circular debt and financial risks affecting the power and infrastructure sectors.
The committee stressed the need for reforms to improve the financial position of struggling state-owned entities.
Digital Monitoring System Shows Progress
The Ministry of Finance also briefed the committee on progress in the digital monitoring system for SOE performance.
The committee appreciated the improvements made through the system.
Digital monitoring can help authorities track the financial and operational performance of government-owned institutions more effectively.
It can also help identify persistent losses and other financial risks at an earlier stage.
Independent Directors Appointed
The committee also approved the appointment of independent directors to the board of the Printing Corporation of Pakistan.
The move forms part of broader efforts to strengthen governance within state-owned institutions.
Overall, the latest figures show a mixed financial picture for Pakistan’s SOEs. Although profitable entities generated significant earnings, loss-making companies continue to create pressure on public resources. The government now faces the challenge of turning repeated losses into sustainable improvements through stronger financial discipline, better governance and faster reforms.
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