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Digital economy turns profitable
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Fusion42 · 15 August 2026 · Fusion42 review
Pakistan's digital economy is transitioning from rapid, subsidised growth to profitability and sustainable unit economics, driven by expanding digital payments and stricter market conditions. E-commerce, led by players like Daraz, is achieving profitability, highlighting a shift towards durable business models in a price-sensitive and operationally complex environment.
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Profitability is now the new benchmark for Pakistani digital platforms, signalling that your growth strategy must shift from user acquisition to operational efficiency and reliable payments. This means you need to tighten your unit economics and focus on customer trust to survive the funding squeeze and price-sensitive market.
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