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Which economic phenomenon occurs when rising production costs, such as energy or raw material prices, force firms to increase prices to maintain profit margins?
Cost-push inflation is a macroeconomic phenomenon where the aggregate supply of goods and services decreases due to rising input costs, leading to higher price levels.
The Pakistan Bureau of Statistics (PBS) is the national agency mandated to collect and disseminate economic data, including the weekly SPI, which tracks price fluctuations of essential commodities.
Which of the following indices is specifically designed to measure the multidimensional drivers of food security, including affordability, availability, and quality?
The Global Food Security Index (GFSI) provides a comprehensive framework for assessing food security by evaluating the affordability, availability, quality, and safety of food systems across countries.
Consider the following statements about the automotive sector in 8MFY26:
1. The sharp month-on-month decline in February 2026 sales was partly attributed to a high base effect from January.
2. Lower interest rates and easing inflation were cited as key drivers for year-on-year growth.
3. Tractor sales experienced a significant year-on-year growth of 43 percent during the 8MFY26 period.
Which of the statements given above is/are correct?
Statements 1 and 2 are correct as they reflect the market analysis provided by industry experts. Statement 3 is incorrect because tractor sales actually plunged by 21 percent year-on-year, not grew by 43 percent. [Source: https://www.dawn.com/news/1980724/auto-sales-rise-43pc-in-july-february, 11 Mar 2026]
63895
Which of the following statements regarding the current fuel pricing policy is INCORRECT?
The All Pakistan Dealers Association has rejected the daily pricing decision and has considered protest plans, making option C incorrect. The other statements accurately reflect the government's policy and market data. [Source: https://www.dawn.com/news/2018328/govt-keeps-petrol-diesel-prices-unchanged-for-two-days, 25 Jul 2026]
63896
Which index is specifically identified as the Federal Reserve's preferred gauge for measuring inflation?
While the CPI is a widely watched inflation metric, the Federal Reserve explicitly prefers the Personal Consumption Expenditures (PCE) index to guide its monetary policy decisions. The CPI is often used as a secondary indicator for market sentiment. [Source: https://www.dawn.com/news/1980850/gold-edges-higher-on-safe-haven-demand-ahead-of-us-cpi-data, 11 Mar 2026]
63897
Consider the following statements about the current economic and geopolitical environment as of March 11, 2026:
1. Gold is functioning as a safe-haven asset due to heightened geopolitical uncertainty.
2. The conflict has led to the stranding of oil tankers for more than a week.
3. Investors expect at least three rate cuts by the Federal Reserve in 2026.
Which of the statements given above is/are correct?
Statements 1 and 2 are factually accurate based on the report. Statement 3 is incorrect because investors expect at least two, not three, rate cuts by the Federal Reserve in 2026. [Source: https://www.dawn.com/news/1980850/gold-edges-higher-on-safe-haven-demand-ahead-of-us-cpi-data, 11 Mar 2026]
63898
Which of the following statements regarding the market conditions as of March 11, 2026, is INCORRECT?
Spot platinum actually rose by 0.1 percent, making the claim that it fell by 5 percent incorrect. The other statements accurately reflect the market data provided for the specified date. [Source: https://www.dawn.com/news/1980850/gold-edges-higher-on-safe-haven-demand-ahead-of-us-cpi-data, 11 Mar 2026]
63899
What was the percentage increase in cumulative sales of cars, SUVs, pickups, and vans during the first eight months of the 2026 fiscal year (8MFY26)?
Cumulative sales for the 8MFY26 period reached 128,498 units, representing a 43 percent increase over the 89,770 units sold in the same period of the previous fiscal year. Other figures, such as 59 percent, refer to specific company-level growth for Indus Motor Company rather than the total sector aggregate. [Source: https://www.dawn.com/news/1980724/auto-sales-rise-43pc-in-july-february, 11 Mar 2026]
63900
Which maritime chokepoint has been effectively shut due to the ongoing conflict, impacting global oil and liquefied natural gas supplies?
The Strait of Hormuz is identified as the critical chokepoint for a significant portion of global oil and gas transit. Its closure has stranded tankers and contributed to energy price volatility. [Source: https://www.dawn.com/news/1980850/gold-edges-higher-on-safe-haven-demand-ahead-of-us-cpi-data, 11 Mar 2026]
