(Daily Point) — According to a Bloomberg survey conducted on Wednesday, traders, analysts, and economists in Pakistan are leaning towards considering Imran Khan as the most favorable choice for steering the country’s economy.

The survey, which included insights from 12 individuals representing major brokerages in the nation, highlighted Khan’s enduring popularity as a crucial factor. Respondents expressed confidence in Khan’s ability to implement market-focused reforms in the long term.

Despite this positive outlook, all participants in the survey agreed that Pakistan’s economic stability hinges on securing another loan from the International Monetary Fund (IMF). Six respondents, however, suggested that Pakistan might be able to delay seeking the loan for a period of six months.

The survey’s economic forecast indicated an expected growth rate of 2.65% for the current fiscal year, surpassing the government’s own projection of 2-2.5%.

Bloomberg’s assessment of Nawaz Sharif’s economic performance over the last 30 years had previously been lauded, placing him at the forefront among the three major parties. In this latest ranking of political leaders based on favorability by economic experts, Nawaz Sharif secured the second position.