Business

Benchm­ark KSE-100 index jumps 112 points.

Ministry says market players exploiting loan payments, but reserves are adequate.

Speakers highlight CSR’s role in creating a sustainable economy, peaceful country.

Representatives briefed on market performance, features

Aims to achieve a hunger-free society with foreign assistance

Submits draft of accounting standards for publishing statements.

Indians seek to enter local synthetic sector, showcasing products at Intexpo.

Benchmark KSE-100 index falls 36 points.

Say people being misguided about their profit margins.

1.6m litres of diesel stolen from pipeline of PSO and PARCO in 2-3 years.

Revenues go off-track; budgeted targets missed, despite better infrastructure.

Statistics secretary says better supply of food items keeps inflation at 6.9%.

Chief Justice Chaudhry directs petitioners to conclude arguments by December 4.

NA standing committee requests CNG association to reopen stations, gives assurance of uniform tax.

A formal code of ethics can help guide an organisation to success.

The surge in demand for CNG has restricted its supply to other sectors.

Multiple factors indicate that silver prices will appreciate in the coming months.

Revenues and profits are down in the third quarter of 2012, largely due to a slump in consumer demand.

Also part of the board will be four representatives from different clusters of the economy.

Best low-cost tech solutions to be rewarded with World Bank contract.

Fear unrestricted exports from Delhi may affect local market.

If left unchecked, businessmen fear economic stagnation.

Local growers excel at flower cultivation, manage to expand business manifold.

US-Pakistan Economic and Finance Working Group concludes.

Money disbursed apparently on political grounds, strategic projects miss out.

Activity picks up in anticipation of discount rate cut, to be announced by the central bank this week.

‘Timepey’ service aims to facilitate 80% Pakistanis not having bank accounts.

Shaikh believes country’s economy will grow by 4%.

Gas companies should look into the issue and take necessary steps for improvement, says IWCCI President.

After Punjab, business development programme likely to be conducted in Sindh.

Meezan Bank’s Shariah advisers approve innovative Sukuk

Amount to be diverted from funds earmarked under Kerry-Lugar bill

Lahore High Court directed govt to start building the disputed project.

Investors undecided on whether monetary policy will be eased.

Synthetic fabric exhibition kicks off, overwhelming response expected.

Petroleum ministry agrees to provide policy guidelines within a few days.

Non-stakeholder consultant objects to draft, proposes new one; forcing delays.

After failing to secure funds from multilateral donors, govt hopes old ally will come to its aid.

Association rejects new pricing mechanism.

Will drill new wells for three shale gas projects.

IFC, ADB to invest $50 million in shares of power utility.

New support price has made cost of business higher.

Fashion design competition winner trains women in embroidery.

Company aims to be the country’s largest on back of pricey ad campaign.

Heated activity continues after Unilever’s share buyback announcement.

Amnesty schemes conclude today, no further extensions to be given.

Tehran has confirmed provision of $250m; to provide another $250m from banks.

Billed subscribers will pay their monthly line rent in full.

Company runs enviably well, but faces threats to its business in Hub, Balochistan.

Public hearing held to review power tariff petition.