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FX fall by $127m, REER improves slightly
Gold reaches unprecedented Rs350,000/tola; rupee loses 16 paisas closing at 280.62/$
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Bhutan turns to 'green' cryptocurrency
Green cryptocurrencies are digital currencies mined using clean energy resources such as wind
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CA sees historic surplus of $1.2b
Reliance upon remittances continues while trade deficit widens to $21b
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Pakistan posts highest-ever $1.2b current account surplus in March
On a year-on-year basis, the surplus surged 230% from $363 million recorded in March 2024.
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Govt considers early budget session ahead of Eidul Adha
In light of the Eid holidays, an early session of Parliament is under consideration for the budget announcement.
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Gold prices soar to all-time high of Rs350,000 per tola in Pakistan
The price of gold rose by Rs2,000 per tola to reach an all-time high, amid gains in international markets.
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Jerome Powell's hawkish stance leads to US treasuries falling
Yields rose as investors pulled back on Fed rate cut bets after Powell’s hawkish remarks reignited inflation concerns.
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40,000 posts being axed to save Rs36 billion
One-fifth of savings will come from reducing positions in lowest pay grade-1
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Foreign central banks shift from long-term US bonds to short-term T-bills
New Treasury data show foreign central banks moving cash into short-term securities
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Bulgaria, Shell signs Black Sea energy agreement
Shell to survey large exploration block under bulgarian economic zone
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Govt turns down additional freight charges proposal
Oil industry is seeking adjustment to inland freight to reduce financial strain
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Iraqi consulate reopens after 23 years
Visa operations to start within a month, business visas can be processed via Iraqi Embassy in Islamabad
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Kuwait extends oil credit facility for two years
The total volume of oil supply on credit is 1.8 million tons per year.
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Nvidia faces $5.5b charge over China chip ban
US places curbs on H20, MI308 chip sales; Nvidia, AMD shares drop 6% and 7% respectively
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PSX ends two-day rally on profit-taking
Late-session selling drags KSE-100 down by 755 points to below 116,100
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EdTech offers hope amid crisis
PreMed.PK uses AI to economically tackle exam leaks, inefficient testing
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Gold soars to record highs of Rs348,000/tola
Domestic prices soar by Rs8,600 per tola; rupee posts slight gain as SBP raises Rs1.2tr via auctions
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Oil rises $1 on new US sanctions
The action comes as the US government has relaunched negotiations with Iran over its nuclear programme this month.
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PIA privatisation delayed again
Despite IMF commitment, govt unlikely to meet Rs30b privatisation target
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Dubai gold rate hits record high amid global price surge
The last time Dubai rate saw this level of volatility was earlier this month, when it crossed Dh350 for the first time
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Govt to provide relief to salaried class in upcoming budget
The government is considering tax relief measures aimed at easing the burden on salaried class.
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Gold prices reach new peak in Pakistan
A new peak highlights gold’s enduring value during times of financial and economic instability.
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Wittner, iconic Australian fashion brand, goes into administration
100-year old Wittner has entered administration after rising cost and falling sales, seeking sale or recapitalisation.
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Govt scraps 3% FED on property sale
Move comes after real-estate sector backlash; broader relief ahead of budget
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Scrapped wheat price triggers alarm
Farmers lament decades-old price policy shift tied to IMF conditions
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Petrol price to remain unchanged for next 15 days
Petrol will remain at Rs254.63 per litre while high-speed diesel will continue to be sold at Rs258.64 per litre.
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Industry backs early approval of solar projects
NEPRA conducts hearing on KE's two clean energy projects in Sindh
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Pakistan mulls 'US oil imports'
Trump has imposed a 10% baseline tariff on all imports to the US and higher duties on dozens of other countries.
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Consumers to see Rs51.5b power tariff relief
NEPRA to hold hearing on April 29; reduction of Rs0.0309/kWh for March
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US tariffs weigh on oil economies
Pakistan, among oil importers, set to see some benefits from lower crude prices
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Gold edges up amid quiet market
Price rises to Rs339,400/tola while rupee closes at 280.57/$, marking increase of 3 paisas
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Bourse extends gains on rating upgrade
KSE-100 index rises 385 points, aided by record remittances and easing inflation
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Fitch upgrades Pakistan’s credit rating from CCC+ to B-
This marks Pakistan’s first upgrade in nearly six years.
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Gold price continues to climb in global and local markets
The price of silver per tola stands at Rs3,397.
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Rs750 prize bond draw April 2025 results – complete winners list
The National Savings Division conducted the balloting for the Rs750 prize bond on April 15, 2025 in Peshawar.
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'Trade tensions can lead to market crash'
IMF urges institutions to hold enough funds to deal with losses
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PSX soars as remittances lift confidence
KSE-100 gains 1,537 points in earnings season amid easing trade tensions
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Ahsan Iqbal urges export-driven growth
Planning minister warns short-term economic fixes risk boom-and-bust cycles during visit to KCCI
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Kazakhstan eyes regional maritime ties
Maritime minister, Kazakh envoy discuss JVs, regional integration via Pakistan's maritime infrastructure
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'Tap into Central Asia for growth'
Experts urge JVs, direct flights to unlock vast regional trade, tourism potential
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FinMin stresses export, investment-led growth
Says economic stability should be viewed as foundation, not final destination
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SIFC steps in to help reach payment settlement
NHA agrees to pay Rs1.29b to motorway contractor from road maintenance account
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Gold market shows signs of softening
Prices drop Rs1,800 per tola as global market dynamics shift while rupee loses 13 paisas settling at Rs280.60/$
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RLNG prices revised
The distribution price has been revised to $13.4789 per mmBtu from $12.9499
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Remittances hit record $4.1b
Eid, migration bring in billions; SBP chief urges growth via exports
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Gold prices drop in Pakistan after reaching record high
The price of silver remained unchanged.
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Government increases vehicle transfer fees, including for EVs
Pakistan raises vehicle transfer fees; electric cars now included in new fee structure.