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Provincial authority to set independent tariffs

Index inches up 75 points as banking sector gains offset fall in fertiliser, energy stocks

Cuts 2026 non-OPEC+ supply growth forecast by 100,000 bpd

Conference aims to expand trade, investment ties

Joint venture introduces high-yield varieties, boosts farmer income, and eyes 50,000-acre expansion in Punjab

June's buying spree ahead of tax hikes weighs on volumes despite 28% YoY rise

Delegation complained about unavailability of Export Refinance Facility (ERF) from various banks

On finished products like re-bars and wire rods, it recommends 11-20% tariffs

Experts say Pakistan faces $40-50b annual funding gap

Yellow metal slips for 2nd day; rupee extends gains to 282.42/$

International bullion rate fell by $5

Business leaders warn move threatens SMEs, exports, and national economy

Index surges 1,547 points, drawing support from better earnings, high remittances

Property tax disputes, corruption claims, and policy issues to be addressed through fast-track complaint mechanism

Safe-haven asset sheds Rs3,600/tola; rupee continues modest rise to 282.45/$

HSRPEL seeks nod for costlier coal from preferred supplier, raising cost concerns

CCP is preparing recommendations for the Sugar Sector Reform Committee

Q2 survey indicates moderate easing of political, economic uncertainty

Pakistan's yarn has strong acceptance in China's denim market due to quality, pricing

Power minister warns inclusion could raise tariffs by Rs6/unit by 2034, Senate committee urges review

Reconstitutes committee tasked with releasing spectrum for mobile broadband

Index surges 1,547 points, drawing support from corporate earnings, record remittances

Price of 10 grams of gold decreased by Rs 3,086

Investor focus will be on July US consumer inflation figures due on Tuesday

Pakistan, like others, finds itself directly in crosshairs of shifting global trade winds

Trade deal between world’s two largest economies likely as 90-day truce coming to an end

Why sudden change in heart for Pakistan? What has made us go from pariah to partner?

With India's US tariffs doubled, Pakistan could drive 29% export surge

Rising prices, weak job growth and political interference raise recession alarms

Conversion of 30% bikes to electric mode will save $5b over five years

Participants will also learn about emerging opportunities in the Chinese market

AI firm tailors H20 microprocessor especially to Chinese market

KSE-100 index climbs 4,348 points; average turnover rises 16%

Move aims to boost Pakistan-Central Asia trade; Kazakh president to visit Islamabad in November

Demands ceiling for SMEs operating on thin profit margins

Complex cartel, boom-bust pattern force consumers to pay high prices

Cabinet stresses no loophole is left in policy aimed at reaping economic benefits from regulated cultivation

Economy shed 40,800 jobs in July, compared with a net addition of 83,000 jobs in June

EU-funded programmes, joint ventures, and AI research on agenda as both sides push for long-term collaboration

Three other executive directors on IFC board abstained from vote onUnited Solar Polysilicon project

Urges COPHC to meet concession commitments, calls for clear timelines

Rate for 10 grams declined by Rs257

KSE-100 slips 264 points amid trade deficit, dip in forex reserves

Only 1.9% of land comprises forest; far below national consumption needs

First direct shipment cuts transit costs as inspection site reopens after 2 years

New law will regulate online marketing, shield consumers from fraud

Shows interest in aligning Chinese expertise with Pakistan's development goals

Plan includes tax-linked loans, easier financing, and national commission

Weekly SPI edges up 0.05%; grocery price volatility offsets relief from fuel cuts

Rupee gains for 3rd week; US gold futures hit record high on tariff jitters