Business

Move seen as first bid to allow banks to start lending to informal sector.

Lobbyists desist from publicly backing candidates due to fear of reprisals from opponents.

Clocks in at $1,380 as total size of economy falls by Rs600 billion.

When contacted, Petroleum minister declined to comment on the performance of former OGDCL chief.

Oil and Gas Control Cell established to ensure continuous supply of oil and gas during upcoming elections.

FTO Dr Muhammad Shoaib Suddle recommends FBR to ensure uniform policy of issuance of refunds is followed.

Non-profit global venture firm announces first investment in growing rural energy sector of Pakistan.

WAPDA, G-B government to also resettle the displaced in model form.

Say industries will shut down in four days if power shortage persists.

Unlike last year, date has been fixed to avoid losses and wastage.

Meezan Bank joins with Warid Telecom and Monet to launch system.

Market flirts with new highs before closing lower.

Renowned hotelier steps into residential real estate fray.

Rules will ensure that minority shareholders have a greater say in case of share buybacks .

Govt is scrambling to raise the tax-to-GDP ratio to a respectable level.

As election approaches the ATMs of many localities get out of cash.

Parties agree on the diagnosis of the problem, but differ sharply on solutions.

Making life easier for businesses gets a mention in manifestos, but not much detail.

Regional parties emphasise provincial autonomy.

PPP has best revenue collection plan.

Some parties ignore vast swathes of economic management altogether.

For the Pakistani television business to live, most of the news channels must die.

It is commendable that the regulator has taken action against fraudulent companies.

Members of the delegation were very impressed by the resilience and economic potential of this country.

Bulk of mango exports are handled by private, global airlines.

KSE managing director says growth in agriculture likely to slow down after Pakistan joins IMF programme.

Even though 3G licence is yet to be auctioned, Telenor is upgrading its network.

Price in Malaysian market falls from $1,250 to $875 per ton.

Initial losses were covered by gains later in the week.

With inflation clocking in at 5.8 per cent, there is every likelihood that the SBP will further reduce interest rates.

Only the most concerted, sincerest effort will enable Pakistan to overcome economic, educational, health challenges.

Marketing firms say prices have come down 30% since Feb.

Production drops 12.8% on fears of rain damage, high input prices.

Launches survey on introducing Rs200, Rs2,000 and Rs10,000 notes.

Govt considers price hike, saying other sectors are at a disadvantage.

Mansour Cartoon has been animated by Ice Animations, a Karachi-based company.

Foreign inflow due to Unilever buyback helps KSE gain 192 points.

Gas stations have collected billions, but have not deposited this with utilities.

Authorities need to urgently appoint someone to avoid delay in budget.

"The fresh discovery is good news for the nation and the energy sector," says petroleum minister.

GDP growth for fiscal 2012-13 will clock in at 3.59% against the target of 4.3%.

GDP growth may miss target for fifth consecutive year.

This is part of phased upgrading of Punjab’s irrigation infrastructure.

Books 84.4% increase in net profits to Rs703.5 million.

Profits jump ten-fold to billions from millions a year earlier.

Timely elections, lower inflation data encourage positivity.

Announces 75% dividend, 25% bonus issue.

Gains formal approval for delisting from stock exchanges.

Robust sales, increased production, expansion strategy help explorer grow.

Finance ministry to review plan and come up with its own recommendations on Thursday.