budget

Describe FY25 budget as confused attempt that threatens economic stability

Says financial health will improve in FY25, albeit ‘at a cost to growth’

KSE-100 index records substantial gains of 2,953 points, settles at 76,707

Chambers warn new tax proposals could harm exports, call for revisions to prevent economic downturn

Say proposed tax hikes, penalties may undermine progress, deter foreign investment

Rs1.8b to be spent on buying new weapons

harjeel claims the budget focuses on providing maximum relief to the public

Permits export of 150,000 tonnes of sugar on assumption of surplus stock

Drastic decline highlights the urgent need for government intervention to support the sector

Minimum wage also increased to Rs36,000 per month