Business

Secures $1.7b AIIB portfolio, JICA lending resumption as Pakistan eyes rating upgrade

Gwadar, Chabahar are gateways to Asia, says former NSA Nasir Janjua

42,125 units imported in FY25 as local industry welcomes end of import scheme

KSE-100 jumps 6,700 points in weekly turnaround; geopolitical tensions ease

Initiative aimed at facilitating smooth landing, offloading of fish catch

SBP governor says inflation averages 5.7%, reserves to reach $18b by June

Asks exploration firm to clarify how uncirculated inquiry reports obtained

Discount rollback, advance buying in Dec 2025 triggered 24-quarter low of 1.04m tonnes

State minister says changes will be in line with global trends, levies being rationalised

Delegation briefs Kamal on Capitol Hill meetings, US interest in steel, pharma, tech sectors

Says 'It is not just inflation, but impacts on growth, exports, remittances and investment flows'

Panda bond delayed as finance minister seeks extension from Bank of China

Vessel carrying 440,000 barrels of oil loaded earlier this week

Institutions, easing geopolitical concerns fuel buying spree

Power sodium battery, EV charging platform among ventures

Pitches Panda bonds in meetings with Chinese, IMF, Moody's officials eying return to global capital markets

Global prices rise on weaker dollar, easing geopolitical risks amid potential Iran deal

Index surges 12.16% year-on-year despite 0.69% WoW fall

Likely to fetch $300m via exports; Moscow approves 16 processing plants

Minister stresses GSP Plus scheme as cornerstone for export growth, textile sector

OGRA releases price differential claims for OMCs

Weekly gains touch 6,747 points as investors chase gains amid hopes of Middle East resolution

Price of 24-carat gold per tola falls by Rs3,300 in Pakistan

President, PM may grant unlimited performance rewards as govt pursues austerity

Experts say Saudi deposits will bolster forex holdings and help meet IMF-linked targets

Says Pakistan ready for inaugural Panda Bond alongside exploring other financing avenues

Automobile production surges 62% in eight months, sugar output up 29%

Minister announces infrastructure-first development, 60% port charges cut

Industry fears lack of transparency as govt finalises regime behind closed doors

Minister warns against hydrocarbon dependence as British envoy praises peace efforts

KSE-100 index gains 1,392 points on Saudi inflows, peace moves

Developers to get state land free of cost, courts barred from taking up disputes

Bullish momentum accelerates as $2billion Saudi inflow boosts sentiment, strengthens outlook for external stability

FinMin confirms financial bailout, aimed at helping the country meet its external financing needs

The US dollar falls to its lowest level in ​six weeks, making greenback-denominated commodities

Adidas among 20 firms to visit Islamabad; envoy flags child rights issue

Berths reach depth of 15.5 metres to accommodate larger vessels

KSE-100 adds nearly 2,900 points over growing investor interest

Discusses with Italian, Danish envoys concerns over tariff classification

Authorities direct that practice of declaring exports under general trade codes be discontinued

Google, Telenor partner with govt as schools introduce AI curriculum, 1,000 scholarships planned by 2030

ADB adviser calls for Provincial Finance Commission, shift to pre-arranged support

Well now contributes approximately 10% of Pakistan's total crude oil production

Aurangzeb says govt assessing second, third-round effects of crisis on economic indicators

Banks may open accounts for licensed virtual asset firms under strict AML compliance

Caution decline in activity may reduce tax collection by Rs25b per week

Says the government considers buying ‌liquefied natural gas on the spot market to offset supply disruptions

PVARA chairman terms it a foundational step in bringing virtual assets ​into the formal financial system of Pakistan

Broad-based buying across key sectors including banks, fertilisers, power, oil & gas, autos, leading the charge

The price of 24-carat gold per tola increased by Rs3,500 in Pakistan