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Oil rises after reports of Iranian tanker attack
Both oil benchmarks record their biggest daily rise since September 16
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Toyota unveils revamped hydrogen sedan to take on Tesla
The company's latest attempt to revive demand for the niche technology
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Day 1 of US-China trade talks ends with hopes for limited deal
Earlier this week, the US government blacklisted 28 Chinese public security bureaus, technology and surveillance firms
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Pakistan Railways overcomes ML-1 snags, project back on track
Dream of modern railway infrastructure may finally come true
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Pakistan sets wheat production target at 27m tons
Agri-committee asks provinces to focus on oilseeds, pulses cultivation
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In Pakistan, textile exporters lament cash flow crisis
Despite crisis, textile industry remains most export-oriented sector in Pakistan economy
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Nepra 'misguided' panel on electrocutions in KE jurisdiction: senator
Senator says there have been a lot of casualties in other cities like Hyderabad and Lahore where KE did not operate
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Japan to assist in Pakistan’s development
Includes Islamabad among top-10 friendly countries
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Boeing 777 can now be 'A' checked in Islamabad
It will lead to big savings coupled with convenience of flight schedule
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PTI govt approves renewable energy policy draft
Govt gives more representation to provinces to decide on major projects
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In Pakistan, large retailers to link outlets with FBR by Dec 1
They will not be entitled to reduced 14% sales tax if they fail to connect
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Senator alleges money laundering in IT sector
Says it is taking place due to collusion between Customs officials, private sector
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Pakistan's remittance flow slows down in Q1
Pakistan receives $5.47 billion in July-September quarter, down 1.43% from previous year
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China lowers expectations for US trade talks
Talks between world's two largest economies may end in deadlock
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SBP reserves increase $16m to $7.7b
Central bank cites no reason for improvement
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Market watch: KSE-100 crosses 34,000 points due to robust investor sentiment
Benchmark index rises 503.96 points to settle at 34,027.70
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Oil prices steady as latest US-China trade talks loom
Brent crude, US WTI have fallen more than 20% from April peaks
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Moody's cuts growth forecast for India to 5.8%
Says weaker outlook will dampen prospects for fiscal consolidation
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US tariffs on China are working, says US Secretary of Commerce
US, Chinese officials to meet in Washington later in the day to end trade dispute
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EU removes UAE, Switzerland from tax haven lists
In a bid to make the countries compliant with bloc's standards
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Modi pursues China-led trade deal despite opposition from RSS
Rashtriya Swayamsevak Sangh (RSS) calls for a nationwide campaign against the deal with China
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K-P signs deal to supply 18MW on wheeling charges
Local industries will receive electricity through Pehur Hydel Power Plant
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‘Pakistan, Russia trade lower than potential’
Official from Moscow says there is need to enhance bilateral cooperation
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OGRA hikes RLNG prices by up to 6.6%
Increases price by 6.43% for SNGPL, 6.62% for SSGC
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Improvement in external sector visible: SBP chief
Reza Baqir says bold measures taken in recent past were painful but necessary
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‘LNG imports avert repeat of energy crisis’
Secretary says if LNG is taken out of system, energy crisis will emerge again
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PTI govt divided over privatisation programme
Cumulative loss of public sector firms has touched Rs300b per year
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Market watch: KSE-100 gains 47 points in range bound trading
Benchmark index rises 0.14% to settle at 33,523.74
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Oil rises on signs of easing US-China tensions
Unrest in OPEC members Iraq and Ecuador also supports prices
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Pakistan slips three notches on Global Competitiveness Index
Country fares poorly on indicators of freedom of press, corruption but improves on reducing organised crimes
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ADB approves $2.7b lending to Pakistan in 2019
Pakistan's average lending from ADB increases from $1.4 billion per year to $2.4 billion a year
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879 electrocuted in jurisdiction of state-owned power companies: report
Nepra report reveals no concrete steps taken to avert electrocution incidents
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Plant Inauguration: PTI govt aims to attract foreign firms
New plant will facilitate the company in producing 24,000 units per hour
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In Pakistan, yarn manufacturers demand duty-free cotton import
Request comes in wake of shortfall in country's output
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Azerbaijan plans to start direct flights to Pakistan
Uptick in tourist arrivals in central Asian state sparks interest
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Hyundai Nishat Motor to start production in Jan 2020
Company setting up manufacturing facility in Faisalabad with annual capacity of 15,000 cars
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PTI govt to finalise mobile manufacturing policy next month
Chinese firms expected to set up manufacturing plants, especially in SEZs
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In Pakistan, shift away from furnace oil saves consumers Rs65b
Benefit passed on to end-consumers on account of fuel cost adjustment
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Pakistan yet to receive foreign aid worth $21.6b
Delay mostly due to long project completion periods, systemic inefficiencies
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Chinese vow to make Gwadar more valuable than Karachi
Say 47,000 jobs will be created for the locals with billions of dollars new investments
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China to help prop up Pakistan economy
Both sides agree second phase of FTA will lead to more investment opportunities
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Saudi Arabia agrees to finance Pakistan's Jagran Hydropower Project
Economic affairs division awaits FBR input to finalise draft of loan agreement
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Active circular debt of Pakistan's power sector hits Rs860b
Official tells Senate panel installed capacity stands at over 35,000MW
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Spooked by Libra, EU pledges to regulate digital currencies
EU has no specific regulations on cryptocurrencies, which had been considered a marginal issue by most
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Market watch: KSE-100 snaps seven-day win streak
Benchmark index decreases 160.20 points to settle at 33,476.62
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PML-N rejects formation of CPEC Authority through ordinance
Ahsan Iqbal says the govt’s move is unlawful and contrary to recommendations of parliamentary committee
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Dollar weakens as hopes for US-China trade deal fade
Market watchers attribute moves to positioning after a bout of volatility last week
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US expands blacklist to include China's top AI startups ahead of trade talks
Decision targets 20 Chinese public security bureaus and eight companies
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Malaysia sweetens tax incentives for companies to set up hubs
Eligible companies to enjoy 10% tax rate instead of wider corporate rate of 24%
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Britain says 88% of imports to face no tariffs in event of no-deal Brexit
UK revises tariff regime which will come into force if it leaves EU without deal