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Experts say regulator must facilitate private entities to enter market

KSE-100 index drops 486.82 points, settles at 78,084.23

IMF package delayed as international lenders rollover only $426m

Pakistan has relied on loan rollovers from allies, along with IMF, to meet its external financial obligations

Stakeholders say IPPs are only partly to blame, call out govt policies, CPEC IPPs

Campaign aimed at damaging UNRWA’s reputation and reduce donations apparently ended after WIRED inquired about it.

KSE-100 index falls 230.37 points, settles at 78,571.06

Malawi’s Honorary Consul General urges Karachi to diversify exports with high-demand non-traditional items.

Veteran industrialists call for policy overhaul, reduced port charges

The government is steadfast in its commitment to reducing the tax burden on exporters.

Strengthens by Rs0.08 as country secures financing, plans debt rescheduling

Further diversifies business, enters into JV for exploration of mines

Consumers will bear total burden of Rs46b for 4th quarter adjustment

At least two bidders have expressed a preference for new contracts over retaining current employees.

QatarEnergy will supply three million tonnes of LNG a year under the deal, says Kuwait Petroleum Corporation

An Amazon manager openly shared his intention of doing 'nothing' while earning a generous salary.

Without CPEC, Pakistan's economic situation would be even more dire

Plan must be multifaceted, addressing challenges while laying groundwork for structural reforms

Protests by dollar-earning freelancers a sign situation is dire

Taking cue from US, Pakistan must regularly monitor labour market trends

AZAAD-E is a four-wheel urban electric vehicle developed indigenously by a group of Pakistani innovators

New finds, rise in available reserves boost lifespan of hydrocarbon deposits

Landmark shipment marks strengthening agricultural trade

Green-lights appointment of three female members on PC board

Minister calls for improving raw material output, boosting exports

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Warns of global financial risks, defends UBS capital rules amid concerns over US, European debt

Win big orders from Chinese firms, likely to become top suppliers

Internet disruptions, instability push tech firms to relocate, investors shy away

Global market uncertainty, economic speculation drive surge in prices

Finance Minister Muhammad Aurangzeb urgently seeks new financing for approval of IMF bailout

Short-term inflation slows down to 16.69% in week ended Aug 21

Experts advocate Thar coal use to cut imports, stabilise energy costs

Finance Minister, Senator Muhammad Aurangzeb meets Chairperson of Pegasus Airlines, Mehmat T. Nane.

KCCI joins forces with traders to demand immediate relief from govt's tax burden

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Procurement authority faces allegations of corruption, misuse of authority

Textile sector faces shutdowns, job losses as tax policy threatens industry stability

Pharma Asia 2024, held from August 20 to 22, attracted over 200 leading companies

Calls on PM to intervene to prevent job losses, industry shutdowns

KSE-100 index edges up 8.01 points, settles at 78,801.43

Currency gains Rs0.17 while gold hits record high despite global downturn

Gold surged by Rs2,500 in the local markets whereas the international bullion market reported a $12 decrease per ounce

Finance minister engages Gulf banks as IMF loan costs soar above 5%

Lower lending rates spark economic activity as KIBOR hits 19-month low

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Says companies will face legal consequences over disruptions in national supply chain

Rupee depreciates in inter-bank market; gold hits new peak

Seeks timeline for resolution of internet outages issue

Minister announces financial assistance for agricultural graduates