08/08/2024
Pakistan’s salaried class has become the third-largest contributor to income tax collection in the recently concluded fiscal year (FY24), surpassing even the country’s affluent textile exporters. This comes after a significant increase in income tax revenue from the banking sector, which now holds the top spot.
The banking sector saw a remarkable 66% rise in income tax contributions, reaching Rs946.08 billion in FY24. This increase reflects the sector’s growing profitability and its significant share of income tax collection, now at 20.88%.
While banks contribute significantly to income tax, their contributions to other taxes like sales tax, federal excise duty, and customs remain relatively low.