Business

Alvi asks CEOs of banks to address challenges being faced in microfinance sector

Govt increases financial support for poor in line with commitment to IMF

Caution LSM units going through testing times, on verge of collapse

Protests continue as farmers threaten to converge on Paris

KSE-100 index adds 531 points, or 0.84% WoW, settles at 63,813

Company head believes new OPEC+ supply cuts will balance market

Says US Treasury officials got assurances during visit to Beijing

IMF recommends Pakistan to maintain tight policy to address challenges

Lack of preparation, mandate concerns stall key initiatives

Shows revenue for foreign investors down from $4.84b in 2018 to $3.03b in 2023

Expo aims to bridge gap between students, companies in oil, gas, mineral sectors, fostering awareness

Will boost production of profitable, environmentally friendly fuels

Issues draft amendments to listed companies’ regulations

500% savings per km, no maintenance drive the surge in sales

Appreciates slightly as dollar supply outpaces demand

KSE-100 index sheds 484.94 points, settles at 63,813.06

Stresses significant impact of smuggling, money laundering, and tax evasion on country’s economy

Squeezes consumer purchasing power as energy, food prices soar

Finance ministry sources say China was expected to extend the loan payment period soon

Delay in distribution, high prices disgruntle agriculturists

Geopolitical tensions in Middle East remained in focus

Hussain believes this will enhance overall investment climate, attracting both local, foreign investors

SIFC arm gives directive to seek lender’s approval for Rs1.27tr debt settlement plan

Increase $243m in a week, helping rupee to stay stable

KSE-100 index drops 524.43 points, settles at 64,298.01

Envoy to US invites American investors, highlights SIFC’s role in facilitation

It will regulate cultivation of marijuana crop for medical, industrial use

Environmental, social impact of floating solar plants has already been studied, declared by experts as manageable

Members raise concerns over mandate, impact on corruption, tax collection

Falls short of target as investors demand higher rate of profit on possible policy hike

Following nearly 15 years of suspension, reinforces connectivity between China, Pakistan

Sign agreements with govt for eight exploration blocks

Says GDP growth will mostly be higher for Asia-Pacific countries

Urges ECP to prevent ‘illegal and unconstitutional’ action by caretaker govt

KSE-100 index rises 368.21 points, settles at 64,822.43

Settles at 279.67 vs dollar with better foreign currency inflows

SAP pledges to invest more than $1 billion by backing AI-powered technology startups

Association chairman urges need for technology transfer, joint ventures

Experts urge one-window operation for company setup to facilitate investors

Partnership will enable NayaPa to provide a seamless connection with more than 25 Alipay+ global payment partners

Both industries emphasize need for improving business-to-business relationships

Second fuel price hike implemented in three months to meet IMF conditions

In ME, tensions rose morning after US, British forces carried out second joint round of strikes on Houthi in Yemen

Currency recovers over Rs27 against dollar in past 4-1/2 months

These include IP and TAPI pipelines to meet future consumer demand

KSE-100 index rises 514.81 points, settles at 64,454.22

Highlights need to implement decisions effectively at Regional Dialogue 2024

Pakistan embassy explores synergies with BUCIC for digital city development

Questions arise over caretaker govt mandate, complexity of proposed scheme

Aims to raise new domestic debt as investors show strong interest in second Sukuk auction