Business

Beijing's state-led transition breaking link between growth and emissions

Tariff deal with US represents both strategic reprieve, diplomatic complexity

Industry supplies nearly 4m tons to domestic, export markets

KSE-100 hits all-time high amid renewed US-Pakistan trade optimism

Industrial body says traders lack infrastructure for new digital system

Economy minister says transportation route defined through Turkish territory under coordinated arrangement

Safety lapses and infrastructure delays continue to erode public trust

The goal is to ensure transparency and wide engagement

Cautions amendments to Export Facilitation Scheme will severely impact value-added sector

Envoy proposes Constanta Port access, seeks deeper ties in trade, energy, IT

Hopes arise following Pakistan-US deal on oil, gas field development

FBR warns businesses of penalties, account freezes; KCCI slams move

Traders and sugar mill owners are both beneficiaries

Gold prices surged in both global and local markets, with per tola rate in Pakistan climbing by Rs6,100

Body chairman demands audit of bidding process, financial claims

Textiles, non-traditional sectors drive growth; minister issues steps to sustain momentum

Short-term inflation rises 1.98% YoY despite drop in prices of tomatoes, chicken, wheat

The ministry expressed hope about further positive engagements and close cooperation with the US

PAAPAM decries unstable policies, used car imports, and lack of incentives

KSE-100 index surges 1,645 points as bulls celebrate US trade deal

ADB, US Exim Bank among lenders offering funds for copper, gold project

Rupee continues upward trajectory to 282.72/$; gold slips locally despite global surge

FBR extends deadline to Dec’25, traders seek rollback of arrest powers, tax clauses

Sindh CM says only Rs3b of Rs78b K-IV commitment released

US-Pakistan oil exploration deal boosts energy stocks

West Texas crude to ship from Houston this month, expected in Karachi by mid-to-late October

Food minister stresses fresh supplies will reach market soon that will stabilise prices

Over 20 multinational firms and several diplomats from friendly countries have confirmed participation

SBP deposits fall to $14.3b; rupee recovers Rs2.10 on anti-smuggling drive

LCCI says deal will support trade surplus, create opportunity as US imposes 25% tariff on Indian products

DIG added that 590 new Assistant Sub-Inspectors will be deployed soon

Customs confirms Rs1.2tr money laundering scam; 13 phantom firms penalised

KSE-100 index jumps 978 points, driven by increased activity in E&P sector

Hosiery makers say high rates choking liquidity, making export goods expensive

Sales tax and customs lead growth, but traders' resistance remains key concern

Preferential trade deal will help expand market access, lead to FTA

Targets training 1 million professionals, creating 1,000 local AI products, 50,000 civic projects

High-speed diesel raised by Rs1.48 per litre; revised prices to be effective from August 1 for next 15 days

KSE-100 index jumps 978 points, driven by increased activity in E&P sector

Chambers of both countries call for FTA, stronger air links, and regional economic integration

KSE-100 index gains 447 points, aided by interest in bank stocks

Efforts also afoot to start local manufacturing with assistance from Moscow

Says central bank decision makes no economic sense at a time of low inflation

Violators face up to three years in jail, Rs10m fine for unsafe vehicles

PM assistant emphasised the urgent need for a modern industrial policy to drive economic growth

Public questions govt on industrial power rates, petroleum levy; relief likely for all DISCO consumers

Fed says labour market conditions remain solid, inflation is somewhat elevated

Gains Rs2.02 in six sessions to 282.95; gold mixed as Fed policy decision looms

Ahmad cites deteriorating inflation outlook, external sector pressures

Reduction in international rates has led to a decrease in the ex-refinery price of petrol by Rs9.7