Tobacco sector tax take surges to Rs357bn in FY26
Pakistan’s documented tobacco industry generated Rs357bn in federal taxes during FY2025-26, marked an increase of Rs41 billion from the previous year as authorities stepped up action against illicit cigarette production and smuggling, according to Fa
July 29, 2026 (MLN): Pakistan’s documented tobacco industry generated Rs357bn in federal taxes during FY2025-26, marked an increase of Rs41 billion from the previous year as authorities stepped up action against illicit cigarette production and smuggling, according to Fair Trade in Tobacco (FTT). The industry body said stronger enforcement by the Federal Board of Revenue (FBR) and other relevant authorities helped i...