Business

KSE’s benchmark 100-share index drops 174 points.

Say they are paying advance tax of 26 per cent on sales.

Other companies also plan to open offices in Pakistan.

Earlier online purchase offer drew sluggish response.

The time hydroelectric levels return to normal, the shortage will be met through IPPs, which will cost more.

Central bank and ministry paint contrasting pictures of the economy.

The LCCI president says that businessmen would continue to struggle until their demands are met.

Mughees says if rates of agricultural inputs are brought at par with India, agri products could be 25% cheaper.

Say they want to speak to him before finalising their business plan recommendations for cabinet committee.

Army Welfare Trust holds 50.57% shares in Askari Bank.

Diplomat says rapidly growing economy offers investment opportunities.

USAID to help increase horticulture and livestock productivity.

Economic Affairs Division and the Saudi Fund for Development had inked an accord for the $100 million credit facility.

Though expensive, this energy source leads to immediate savings.

Lowest bidder offers cargo for minimum $89 per ton against previous $77 per ton.

Mohsin Industries, owned by a HK national, has been laying off employees.

A fatal accident and declining oil exploration activity mark the demise of the charter air service.

Commercial rents fall for third straight year; residential property remains stable.

KSE’s benchmark 100-share index drops 40 points.

The $300 million was intended to finance small and medium enterprises in the private sector.

Gilani says that unscheduled loadshedding should be discouraged.

APTMA leadership is meeting with Punjab Governor Sardar Latif Khan Khosa at Governor House.

Sri Lanka’s high commissioner extended the invitation on Wednesday at the Lahore Chamber of Commerce and Industry.

Over 5 years,the Agribusiness Project will help livestock and horticulture producers improve productivity and quality.

Pakistan Telecommunication Authority reported 111,126,434 mobile users in October 2011.

Move to help ease demand in far-flung areas and ensure price stability.

Naphtha defies the trend, improves on demand from Korea amid tight supply.

Flood-affected rice millers and traders to get loan relief; Lahore to get a new dry port.

Demand rises for used imported vehicles available at attractive prices.

Pakistan will now pay back the amount over the next two years.

Women are ambitious but they have a different set of priorities: study.

Government urged to include input of business community in policy formulation.

KSE’s benchmark 100-share index jumps 120 points.

The plant was leased to Jamshoro Joint Venture, but has been shuttered after its labour union sued the govt.

The reality is that now we have little choice but to look abroad to meet our energy needs.

APTMA says they did not receive any gas for 20 days in December.

Transporters, CNG association protest in Islamabad, Rawalpindi, Peshawar. Police resort to baton charging protestors.

Secretary level talks have already taken place: Times of India.

FBR meets six-month schedule, but lack of CSF and lower SBP income hurt revenue.

Only 17% of target collected until December.

On arrival visa also available for specific countries, says Interior Minister.

Members of LCCI protested outside the Governor House in Lahore.

OICCI survey says law and order fears have eased.

The hike in gas prices is due to a 14% increase in gas prices by OGRA and imposition of Gas Development Surcharge.

Claims demand-supply gap has gone up to 2.2 billion cubic feet per day.

KSE’s benchmark 100-share index falls 66 points.

Increase in embarkation fee deferred until January 16.

Electricity shortfall stands at 3,700MW due to closure of canals.

Core inflation still above 10%, overall trend dependent on global commodity prices and govt spending.

Textile mill workers and APTMA's management will gather at the Manga-Raiwind Road in Lahore.