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SBP's Financial Stability Review highlights growth momentum, cautions against external risks

Minister advocates modernisation of exploration techniques to meet economic needs

He emphasised that there was a competitive landscape within the cement sector

Initiative will promote collaboration in education, innovation and applied research

KSE-100 index nosedives 2,206 points as investors turn cautious

Ahsan Iqbal acknowledged that Pakistan's exports, which currently stand at around $32 billion

Forex deposits come down to $10.21b; rupee depreciates beyond 281/$

In the first phase, awareness banners have been displayed at these places in the Rawalpindi city.

Vows no new levies amid GENCOs' tariff cuts; rupee indexation adopted

The price of 24-karat gold per tola stood firm at Rs352,000

China and Germany are the only two countries that have a GDP larger than that of California from the US.

Bangladesh signs $850m World Bank deals to modernise port facilities and expand social protection systems.

KSE-100 index drops by 1,196 points or 1.02 percent during intra-day trading.

Over 3,500 vehicles remain stranded near Sukkur.

Index reverses gains as IMF, World Bank lower GDP growth forecast

Despite CTBCM approval by ECC and NEPRA, single-buyer model impedes competition

The patron-in-chief emphasised that export consignments require uninterrupted movement to meet targets.

Voices concern over tax inconsistency, regulatory hurdles, rising costs

Domestic lignite share hits 17%, reducing reliance on imports

Bullion plunges Rs11,700/tola as US-China tensions ease; RDA rises to $10b

KUFPEC commits investment in oil, gas sector to enhance exploration efforts

The finance minister identified population growth and climate change as two major challenges

Disbursement of five-year commercial loan subject to approval of ADB guarantee

The retreat marks the first major pullback after an extended bullish run.

EV maker reports 20% decline in automotive revenue, 70% plunge in annual profit due to weak demand, political backlash

Calls grow to abolish peak, off-peak rates as demand patterns shift; FESCO seeks massive tariff hike

Pakistan's inflation is expected to bottom out and hit a six-decade low in April 2025

After FBR, PM Sharif announces PAS, Police to use new reward system

KSE-100 index posts marginal gain as late-session profit-taking offsets early optimism driven by IMF-related news

Aurangzeb promotes mining sector, Panda bond, to attract US interest

Safe-haven prices surge to record Rs363,700/tola, experts predict major retreat; rupee gains 10 paisa

Ishaq Dar to visit Dhaka as both countries explore new avenues in tourism, commerce, and cultural exchange

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Traders say quality-first approach helped exports; aim for annual exports to surpass 773,000 tonnes

Experts demand action as blockades paralyse routes, call for emergency corridor policy

The global rating agency expects the rupee to slide to Rs285 against the US dollar by June of this year.

First round of Islamic bonds to fund three clean energy projects; size likely to be around Rs30b

Federal government expected to exclude 168 provincial development schemes from the upcoming budget.

The price of silver per tola remained unchanged at PKR 3,441.

The first application of the new hybrid system uses a 2.5-litre turbocharged engine

Hopes to offset trade imbalance that triggered higher US tariffs, will purchase about $1 billion of oil

Anticipation of resolution of circular debt issue, IMF inflows boost investor sentiment

Newly appointed TIOs to lead country's global trade push with performance-based accountability

Bilwani raises concerns over 'non-active' classification of taxpayers despite deadline extension

Envoy invites high-level delegation to explore diverse range of opportunities

Cautions delay may impact agreement due to certain timelines

Production cost increases manifold as industries procure water from tanker mafia

Analysts warn yellow metal may hit Rs450,000/tola within a month, rattle currency markets; rupee declines

Key areas of collaboration discussed included support for building AI-enabled

PTA says 19.5% GST applies to all bundles and services for both prepaid and postpaid mobile users across Pakistan.