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10,000 import declarations tampered due to WeBOC 'glitch'
PSW chief says technical flaw allowed changes to goods declarations since 2015; FIRs recommended against culprits
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Retail sector pays extra Rs455b
PM Office reports additional revenue; FBR's loose definition of retail clouds claims
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K-IV project hits 63% completion
The project team briefed the minister on site-wise progress and timelines
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Pakistan, Afghanistan strike trade deal
Agree to reduce tariffs on different products up to 22%
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Vanaspati manufacturers threaten closure over tax
Ghee, oil industry gives 48-hour deadline, citing harassment, and stalled refunds
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Haleon invests $12m in Panadol
New facility in Jamshoro to boost output to 8b tablets; CEO stresses need for long-term economic policy
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UBG chief urges SBP to cut interest rate to 6%
Prevailing interest rate of 11% disproportionately high given average inflation hovering around 4%, says S M Tanveer
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PSX retreats as investors resort to profit-taking at highs
KSE-100 index gives up early gains, loses 165 points at close
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Govt secured $26.7b in loans in FY25
50% of borrowing comprises rollovers as govt relies on external creditors
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Tariffs aren't answer to imbalances: IMF
Surpluses and deficits in US, China, Europe fuel concerns over economic order
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World's largest power project stirs anxieties
Massive $170b China dam scheme raises alarm in India, Bangladesh over water security on Brahmaputra headwaters
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Industry awaits SRO on 18% cotton import tax
Claims imports exceed domestic production for first time in history
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Experts seek policy for solar manufacturing base
Study proposes roadmap for 100MW solar PV plant; stakeholders call for data-driven reforms, tech upgrades
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PSX at peak as traders win support
KSE-100 soars 1,202 points amid upbeat earnings outlook, policy easing hopes
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Energy projects encounter financing hurdle
Sinosure reluctant to offer insurance cover for bank loans
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RDA inflows rise to $10.56b; rupee stable
FY25 profit repatriation flat at $2.2b; power sector leads outflows
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Trade bodies advocate restoration of final tax regime
Propose gradual increase in tax rates on exports
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PSX hits record over army chief’s support for businesses
KSE-100 rises 1,202 points as investors expect strong earnings, policy easing
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Chinese firms to retain 50% proceeds
PM forms body to oversee planning ahead of China visit; cabinet for fewer MoUs
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NTC unveils cybersecurity plan
Secure mobile systems, upgraded firewalls to protect key institutions
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PSX loses steam as investors book profit
KSE-100 index sheds 380 points amid range-bound trading
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Rice exports to China surge 84% in first half
Higher shipments reflect Pakistan's role as key supplier, potential for deeper economic integration
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Power generation stabilises after falling for two years
Production cost goes down 2% to Rs8.6 per unit in FY25
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$10b UAE trade attracts private sector
Imports rise while exports remain flat; energy collaboration offers new potential
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Australia proposes joint ventures in mining sector
The high commissioner appreciated the recent economic strides made by Islamabad
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Pakistan-Vietnam trade to hit $1b, eyes $10b target
Both nations agree to launch Preferential Trade Agreement talks in 2025; key sectors identified for deeper cooperation
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NA panel orders sugar price probe
Committee discussed Pakistan's National Tariff Policy
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Gold prices jump in Pakistan following international market gains
The price of gold per tola reached Rs361,200, up by Rs3,600
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Sugar, power and patronage
Sweetest commodity becomes most toxic crisis caused by elite interests
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PSX loses momentum as investors opt for profit-taking
KSE-100 index sheds 380 points amid range-bound trading
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China's GDP grows 5.3% in H1 despite global headwinds
Analysts predict YoY growth in 5-5.2% range for 2025, higher than govt's target
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Victory celebration and reality check
It's time to turn triumph into transformation, sustainable efforts to address domestic woes
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From crisis to cushion: FX reserves jump to $14.5b
Reserve cushion can help fast-track reforms, particularly in tax administration, power sector governance
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Are stabilisation measures backfiring?
High interest rates, import compression and regressive taxation leading to low growth, unemployment
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Why global giants pulling out
Outflow poses serious challenge to economic narrative, efforts to woo investors
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Afghan refugees risk billions in losses
Business assets, economic contributions at stake as deportation fears grow
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Crypto breaches $4tr in market value
Regulatory clarity, institutional flows drive sector to new peak
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Bourse hits record close near 140k
Bulls dominate trading as KSE-100 index climbs 4,298 points
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100 agri graduates head to China for training
Initiative aims to modernise farming, promote climate-smart agriculture
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Software body demands predictable tax system
Presents reform package to cut compliance costs, unlock investment
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ADB assesses feasibility of financing ML-1 project
Bank experts inspect Karachi-Rohri section of major railway scheme
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Govt to build Rs3b aquaculture park
Maritime minister projects annual revenue potential to be up to $7.2m, project to operate under public-private partner
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Economic halt as nation strikes
Trade bodies demand repeal of 'draconian' tax laws, warn of deepening crisis
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IT exports hit record at $3.8b
Minister links 18% growth to unified strategy; industry complains about dearth of support
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Shutter-down strike hits cities, Islamabad stays open
All Pakistan Restaurants Association, local transport unions in Karachi, also backed strike
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PSX ends flat after touching 140,000
KSE-100 index faces profit-taking at peak, edges down 68 points