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Asian airline shares fall as US-Iran conflict disrupts travel, raises oil prices
Global air travel in turmoil as Iran war forced closure of key Middle Eastern hubs, including Dubai, Doha
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The cost of slowing solar transition
Policy uncertainty risks undermining exports and green energy adoption
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China at economic crossroads
The 15th plan will provide a glimpse into Beijing's policies, strategies, and action plans for the next five years
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Reforming the state to create 30 million jobs
Employment generation is not merely a growth objective; it is a sovereign stability imperative
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CVT: constitutional competence and valuation complexities
Taxpayers must adopt carefully structured approach to ensure compliance while optimising tax efficiency
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Why don't businesses export more?
Advantages at home do not work across borders; Pakistan has few true MNCs
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Parchi economy keeps Pakistan running
How trust-based credit sustains markets beyond banks and the tax net
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Tech posts Rs2b loss despite telecom recovery
KSE-100 profits rise 5% to Rs1.56tr in 2025; dividends surge to Rs808b
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South Africa offers gateway to businesses
Envoy highlights opportunities in renewable energy, auto manufacturing & pharmaceuticals
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CCP clears acquisition of Al-Haj Automotive
Finds no market share overlap or competition concerns under Competition Act
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OPEC+ mulls larger oil output boost
Sources say KSA, UAE have already raised exports; oil majors, traders have suspended shipments via Hormuz
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PSC to supply six cotton varieties for early sowing
Punjab sets 0.7m-acre target as climate shift revives early cultivation drive
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Retailers urge review of POS disconnection claims
Say data contradicts perception as FBR has collected Rs1.6b in POS fee since Aug 2021
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PSX sheds 5,108 points on war concerns
KSE-100 ends turbulent week down by 2.9%; geopolitical fears also weigh
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IMF GCDA report 'compromised'
73% fiscal adjustment came from revenue measures, burdening salaried class
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Energy shock looms as Gulf conflict rattles oil trade
Shipping risks and missile strikes unsettle already fragile oil markets
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Gold hits $5,278 an ounce after sharp increase
Price of gold per tola increases by Rs10,000 in Pakistan
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Economy may stay weak for 6 months
Majority of survey respondents expect no improvement in economic conditions
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FBR misses revised target by Rs450b
IMF review due as govt raises oil levy, cuts uplift spending to protect surplus
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SPI up 4.2% on flour, power rates
Weekly inflation eases 0.54% over falling tomato, potato prices
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Rs221b given under youth loan
Meeting discusses revising annual sales turnover threshold for SMEs
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Islamic interbank activity hits Rs151b in Feb
Rupee inches up to 279.47 against dollar as gold holds at Rs540,562/tola
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Germany proposes CISTA climate data project
German, Pakistan cooperation covers climate adaptation, resilience
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Influx of Chinese EVs worries local auto industry
While affordable electric mobility is welcome, unchecked imports may hurt manufacturers, say experts
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Govt pushes potato exports to clear surplus stocks
Minister seeks freight relief, faster logistics to tap Central Asian markets
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Afghanistan conflict weighs on PSX
KSE-100 dips 831 points, recovers from 3,081-point intra-day plunge
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Textile exporters flag taxes, energy costs
Minister forms panel on Export Facilitation Scheme, backs LC reforms for MSMEs
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PSX volatile amid Afghanistan escalation
KSE-100 recovers from 3,000-point plunge before partial recovery, exchange logs fifth negative week
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Gold stable, silver rises in local and international markets
Price of gold per ounce holds steady at $5,178
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Banks provide Rs882.4bn in SME financing to over 300,000 borrowers
Meeting focused on improving access to financing, with new definition, expanded scope proposed for SMEs
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Big firms urge IMF policy certainty
Mission chief stresses phased growth as firms flag taxes, energy costs and export slowdown
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57.5% NFC share 'untouchable'
Punjab offers to share debt burden; K-P, Sindh insist on constitutional limits
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Govt awards 11 oil, gas exploration blocks
Secures Rs8.7b investment commitments; OGDC inks deals for five new blocks
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SBP reserves rise $16m to $16.21b
Gold dips ahead of US-Iran talks; rupee appreciates to 279.50/$
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SECP denies probe into stock market fall
Regulator not probing activities linked to intentional fall in stock market
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Macro indicators improve in Q2
Economy shows signs of stability, though fiscal and external pressures weigh
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NA panel summons KE over PSM tariffs
Clears six PSDP projects, flags alleged tax withholding by sugar, cement and tobacco sectors
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PSX rebounds sharply amid rollover relief
KSE-100 jumps over 4,260 points as institutional buying fuels rally
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Attock Cement's acquisition approved
On completion of deal, Fauji Cement, Kot Addu Power will acquire controlling interest
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Consumers brace for Rs1.78/unit hike as CPPA seeks fuel cost adjustment
Nepra reviews CPPA’s January fuel cost hike as Power Division cites historic sector improvements
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IT secretary dismisses claims of firewall shutdown as baseless
5G spectrum auction on March 10, bids due by February 27, PTA chairman briefs committee
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Bulls dominate as KSE-100 index gains over 4,200 points to close at 168,893
Automobile assemblers, banks, fertilizer, and oil & gas stocks lead investors' interest
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Short lifespan of 10-rupee notes costs billions, coins offer solution: report
State Bank of Pakistan, Security Printing Corporation highlight major issues with country’s paper currency system
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Gold, silver prices fall after seven-day break
Price of gold per tola decreases by Rs700 in Pakistan
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Formal nod for $2b rollover awaited
FinMin says financing gap fully covered as IMF review begins
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Gold surges to Rs541,262/tola amid US-Iran tensions
Bullion rally continues as prices rise by Rs1,300; rupee inches up to 279.51/$
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Upcoming budget to be industry-friendly
PM aide says tax relaxation, incentives are under consideration
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Poor planning fuels Ramazan inflation
Experts blame lack of demand forecasting as predictable shortages recur each year






















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