A. $10.63 billion
B. $12.62 billion
C. $14.63 billion
D. $18.50 billion

Explanation:

– Pakistan’s merchandise exports reached $11.34 billion during the first four months of FY2026–27.

– Exports increased by 8.52% compared with the same period of the previous fiscal year.

– Imports increased by 12.59%, reaching $25.96 billion.

– The trade deficit widened by 15.97% to $14.63 billion.

– In October 2026 alone, the trade deficit reached $3.87 billion.

– The report cited Middle East-related disruptions, higher shipping costs and the suspension of exports to Afghanistan as factors affecting trade.

Related one-line questions and answers

1. What does PBS stand for? — Pakistan Bureau of Statistics.
2. What is a trade deficit? — A situation in which the value of imports exceeds exports.
3. What does FY2026–27 mean? — Fiscal year 2026–27.
4. What was Pakistan’s merchandise export value in July–October 2026? — $11.34 billion.
5. What was the import value during the same period? — $25.96 billion.