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Homes, schools, e-buses key to Punjab budget
In consultation process, province outlines priorities, defends fiscal management
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NAB reforms real estate to end fraud
Cash transactions out, plot ID system in; MoU signed with LCCI for facilitation
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Fiscal consolidation may raise energy prices
Economists warn indirect taxes, reduced subsidies risk inflation, hurting households and industry
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Gold slips to Rs452,233 per tola amid decline in global markets
The price of silver per tola decreased by Rs94 to Rs7,173
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Oil prices climb more than $4 after Israeli strikes on Iran and Lebanon
On Sunday, Iran fired a salvo of missiles at Israeli targets in retaliation for the strikes on Lebanon
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PSX tumbles 1,525 points amid geopolitical jitters
Broad-based selling across key sectors drags the KSE-100 lower as investor sentiment weakens activity
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Technical education Pakistan's urgent employment path
Vocational skills offer faster jobs, higher earnings, resilience in AI-driven era
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CPEC-II needs a mindset reset
China offering new opportunities, but Pakistan must strengthen institutions, trust indigenous expertise to benefit
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Building internationally competitive auto industry
Globally competitive industry cannot be developed behind walls, without assuming additional risk
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The supplementary budget trap
It mocks fiscal discipline as parliament approves spending after money is spent
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The tax we don't pay, the growth we don't get
Agriculture, retail and real estate stay undertaxed while the salaried class and corporate sector carry the load
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Privileged few game the system
Elite capture transfers wealth, opportunity to well-connected beneficiaries
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Hisense launches Pakistan operations
Global tech firm to manufacture locally at Airlink's Sundar SEZ
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PSX dips 3,500 points on peace uncertainty
Week-on-week, KSE-100 sheds 2% as US-Iran talks stall, oil prices surge
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Chip slump erases $1.3tr in stock value
Micron Technology tumbled 13%, evaporating about $150 billion in market value
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Content creators fear new taxes
"Don't discourage us," digital voices oppose proposed tax on earnings, suggest classification framework
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Sugar export push sparks debate
Cabinet body yet to determine whether mills should get another export window
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Seed failures spark accountability debate
Complaints are often dismissed by citing farmer error, poor practices, weather, or climate factors
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Saudi Arabia plans crypto zone for Karachi
Kingdom explores other mega projects on KPT's prime land
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IMF programme limits tax relief
Rate cuts for 550,000 middle-income earners as IMF sets ceiling on budget
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ECC restores Rs7b for MPs' schemes
Okays Rs10.2b for submarines, Rs693m for peace talks, clears Rs100b loan guarantee
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PSX ends range-bound session in red
KSE-100 index declines 697 points amid investor caution
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Gold falls belowRs468,000 per tola
International bullion drops 2.4% as markets price in 68% chance of Fed rate hike by December
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Inventory gains recovery opposed
Oil industry insists govt should follow fair principles in policy interventions
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Saudi investors eye three motorway projects
Prince Mansour assured minister of full cooperation, expressed great optimism regarding outcomes of his visit
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Small traders welcome 1% turnover tax scheme
Karachi associations praise fixed tax regime for businesses with annual turnover up to Rs200m
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Petrochemical complex to save $5b in imports
Experts say integrated chemical value chain could generate 100,000 jobs, $50b industrial output
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Fuel, food push SPI higher by 14.75% YoY
Weekly inflation eases 0.56% due to lower prices of chicken, garlic and energy
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Online trading in Pakistan: How XM is financially stabilising you in 2026
Turn local hustle into global capital with XM's seamless $5 trading platform
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PSX loses 700 points in range-bound trading
KSE-100 slips 0.41% to close around 170,480 as geopolitical concerns weigh on sentiment
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Govt announces small trader scheme aiming to raise Rs50b annually
Small businesses with annual turnover of up to Rs200m to be brought into formal tax net under new initiative
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Gold prices fall in local market as international rates decline
Price of gold falls by Rs1,469 per tola in Pakistan
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Oil edges up on US-Iran deal uncertainty, Oman's Mina al Fahal loading suspension
Brent crude futures rise 33 cents, or 0.35%, to $95.36 a barrel
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FBATI for separate SME tax regime
Export support, low-markup loans and lower power tariffs proposed for upcoming budget
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PSX gains 985 points on heavyweights
Despite volatility, KSE-100 rises 0.58% to 171,175 over selective buying
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SBP's forex reserves rise $43m to $17.19b
Gold climbs Rs1,523/tola; international bullion ticks above $4,476
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CPEC coal fertiliser plant gets $1.12b
'This is not merely an industrial project; it is a strategic investment in Pakistan's agricultural future'
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'New industrial power tariff optional'
Power Division says two-part policy offers lower variable rates, higher fixed charges; consumers free to stay on exist
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IMF no excuse to squeeze industry
PBF laments growth stuck at 3% for 4 years; warns new taxes risk stagnation
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Riyadh asked again to set up Gwadar refinery
Port city emerges as transit trade hub; however, meeting with Saudi team delayed
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Govt sets Rs290/$ exchange rate
3.5% depreciation signals comfort with $21b external funding needs
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PSX rebounds, gains 984 points to close at 171,175
Market rebounds strongly as oil prices lend support to energy stocks
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Oil falls as Lebanon and Israel agree on a ceasefire
Brent futures are down 87 cents, or 0.89%, at $96.92 a barrel
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OGDC strikes oil, gas in Sanghar well
Massive Sand interval produces 2,000 barrels of oil per day
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Trade deficit narrows 39% as imports fall
Monthly gap improves by Rs470b, but July-May deficit widens 18%
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PSX extends losses on Middle East tensions
KSE-100 loses 831 points, holds 170k level despite selling pressure
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Health, education now govt's top priority
World Bank stresses progress on child malnutrition, stunting and quality healthcare
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Gold slides on rate concerns, geopolitical tensions
Bullion drops Rs8,600 per tola; rupee edges up to 278.45/$
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Saudi Arabia invited to invest in ports
Minister pitches maritime business district, oil terminal and 100-acre research park
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Expensive diesel import cargoes booked
PSO defends purchase, saying they carry small quantity with not too high premium
















































