Islamabad [ Pakistan ] Nov 15 (ANI) Short-term inflation in Pakistan continued its upward climb, with the Sensitive Price Index (SPI) rising by 4.15 per cent year-on-year during the week ending Nov 13, driven largely by the escalating costs of food essentials and household fuel. This marks the 15th straight week of rising SPI-based inflation, reflecting deepening instability in Pakistan 's commodity markets, as reported by Dawn.

According to Dawn, the price surge was propelled by a spike in edible oil, sugar, and several perishable goods. Disruptions caused by the closure of the Afghan border have particularly strained supplies of vegetables, reversing earlier signs of stability. Pakistan 's weak supply chain governance and recurring policy lapses are further aggravating the situa

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