Pakistan’s local mobile phone manufacturing industry witnessed strong momentum in September 2025, with production and assembly climbing 55 percent month-on-month to reach 3.01 million units, according to figures from PTA. The data reflects a robust recovery in the domestic mobile sector, which has been steadily expanding in recent years due to policy support, rising consumer demand, and a growing ecosystem of local assemblers. The latest surge also represents a 40 percent increase compared to the same month last year, underlining the market’s continued strength.
Industry analysts attribute this rebound to several contributing factors, including the introduction of new smartphone models and stabilization in macroeconomic conditions. Analysts at Topline Research explained that sales during September 2024 were unusually low, primarily due to pre-buying before fiscal policy changes, making the current year’s growth appear more pronounced. The launch of new models from key manufacturers such as Samsung, Xiaomi, and Infinix also played a central role in stimulating demand. Samsung’s Galaxy S25 FE, Xiaomi’s Redmi 15 series, and Infinix’s Note 40X 5G all saw strong uptake, especially among younger and tech-savvy consumers, driving upgrade and replacement sales across urban centers.
Between January and September 2025, local manufacturers produced a total of 22.78 million mobile phones, slightly higher than the output recorded during the same period last year. Of this, 52 percent were smartphones, while 48 percent consisted of 2G feature phones, showing that although the shift toward smart devices continues, feature phones still hold a significant portion of the market due to their affordability and extended battery life. The growing balance between high-end smartphones and budget-friendly devices reflects the diversity of Pakistan’s consumer base and the adaptability of manufacturers catering to both rural and urban markets.
Industry data further shows that 94 percent of Pakistan’s total mobile phone demand was fulfilled through domestic production in September, a milestone that highlights the sector’s expanding self-sufficiency and reduced reliance on imports. Local assembly plants have benefitted from favorable policies and improved access to components, which has allowed them to enhance capacity and efficiency. Analysts expect mobile phone sales to increase between 7 and 8 percent year-on-year in the next twelve months, supported by a stronger rupee, moderating inflation, and rising purchasing power among consumers.
With Pakistan’s mobile manufacturing ecosystem maturing rapidly, the ongoing shift toward local assembly continues to bolster employment opportunities, technological adoption, and industrial resilience. The sustained momentum in smartphone production reflects confidence among both global brands and domestic manufacturers, signaling that Pakistan’s telecom and electronics market is on track for steady expansion through 2026.
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