Business

The stock price rise is based on some very faulty assumptions.

After end of training, 70% of graduates have started their own business.

Any fall in projected revenue will be overcome by increase in withholding tax on use of cellular phones.

Market index had risen by 21% since the start of May.

Only elected representatives should have the power to set tax rates in a transparent manner.

The current economic situation doesn't allow for reversal of GST rate, says finance minister.

The reduction of 0.5% in the discount rate will be effective from June 24.

IMF delegation assured that cooperation and investment in health, education and energy sectors would be considered.

FBR Chairman says all heads of Large Taxpayer Unit, Regional Tax Offices directed to monitor markets on a daily basis.

Network of Islamic banks to be doubled soon, says SBP official.

Experts raise questions over definition of moveable assets.

Australian deputy high commissioner meets businessmen, pledges support.

Govt’s dominance as a borrower results in a cycle of dependence on the finance ministry.

KSE 100-share index drops 317 points ahead of monetary policy announcement.

The FBR has indirectly slapped a tax on all writing materials.

Urge use of new technology to combat problems faced by growers .

Investment initiative worth $160m will be announced at Dubai conference next week.

Company plans to double the size of its fleet every three years.

SNGPL has disconnected gas supply over non-payment of outstanding bills worth Rs179.6 million

Private sector and public representatives speak out against each other.

Consumer goods giant wants to expand its presence in the country.

Expo participants elucidate advantages of Islamic banking.

If successful, the drive will boost utility’s profits by Rs3 billion.

Investors losing optimism over IMF deal, circular debt.

Says asking banks to divulge information will do more harm than good.

Nishat Group company creates excitement in the book-building phase alone.

Says the amount has been provisioned for unrealistically and distort economic realities.

Bank is expected to be appointed as transaction adviser.

SC says executive can’t raise tax without parliament’s consent.

Withdrawal of tax subsidy will increase brain drain.

POF's products have great demand in international markets: Federal Minister.

To discuss economic and development issues of mutual interest.

Flights take off after sacked manager reinstated.

Bank objects to compensation policy for land acquisition.

Top Chinese firms will invest in SEZ to be set up near Lahore.

Bearish sentiment subsides on hopes of fresh loan programme.

Khawaja Asif says that the energy sector is being made attractive for investors.

Century Paper trebles revenues to Rs13b in just four years.

Orion team arrived in Pakistan earlier this month to thresh out technical details.

Author says ministers wanted to award the contract only to Shell Pakistan.

Imposition of taxes on assets, rather than income, causes worry.

The exploration companies will be carrying out more tests to see how much production can be increased.

FBR ordered to impound 50, 000 vehicles, announce the bids for auctions.

Former parliamentarian says China has agreed to fund the project.

600-700 MW more hydel power is expected in the national grid, says Asif.

Bank agrees to finance development of Pakistan’s highways.

Limit has been increased from Rs1m to Rs2m.

Sindh Engro Coal Mining Company seeks to expedite development after receiving $700m worth of sovereign guarantees.

Experts say ITIL can help improve business efficiency if utilised.

SBP governor says Pakistan has enough foreign reserves to repay IMF loan.