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PML-N’s last budget unlikely to offer comfort to business sectors
Officials say government in no mood to provide any significant relief to pharmaceutical, poultry, stationery etc
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Key cities of K-P to get makeover
The visions for each of these cities were consensually agreed at workshops last month
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American expert: Business consultant thinks Pakistan has bright future
'During my first visit to Pakistan, I have been very impressed by the creativity and drive of local entrepreneurs'
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ADB approves $20m loan for micro, small and medium enterprises
Says amount will work towards expansion of credit to Pakistani farmers, businesses.
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‘Govt determined to bring PayPal to Pakistan’
Commerce minister says efforts being made to digitalise economy.
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WAPDA breaks ground for Hydro Power Training Institute
Construction begins with €2.5m grant from the EU, €1.5m loan from AFD
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A whopping Rs272b for special schemes
Will include PM’s and MNAs’ pet projects
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Garment manufacturers seek Rs60b for export industry
Demand release of stuck tax refund claims, implementation of PM’s package
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Currency: Rupee stable against dollar
The currency market has fluctuated regularly in recent months
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EFG-Hermes commences operations in Pakistan
Opens office after acquisition of majority stake in Invest and Finance Securities
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Market watch: Powered by oil, KSE-100 snaps four-day losing streak
Benchmark index increases 631.48 points to end at 51,373.51
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E-commerce and IT need to watch out for the budget
Govt has historically not been too lenient with the IT sector
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Factors that constrain labour productivity growth
Living standards could fall unless more is invested in research and education
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Despite tax-free system, renewable energy tariffs are high in Pakistan
NEPRA has always faced pressure to set twice the tariff compared to other countries
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PML-N’s priorities versus allocations
Most budgetary measures suit ruling elite; poverty alleviation, education and water get scant attention
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Motivated by quick returns, govt overspending on infrastructure development
Sectors like education, healthcare, nutrition, sanitation being neglected
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As the world races towards a digital economy, where does Pakistan stand?
Arrival of artificial intelligence, 3D printing has further advanced digital economy
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'Pakistan’s GDP growth expected to hit 9-year high in current fiscal year'
World Bank says in its report that the country's growth rate will continue to accelerate in the coming financial...
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India announces policy for strategic partnerships in defence
Modi has vowed to reverse India's dependence on imports by building a local manufacturing industry
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Weekly review: MSCI euphoria subsides, index closes down 1.9%
The stock market underwent negative sentiment as delight leading up to MSCI’s official announcement settled down
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Attracted by high population, Turkish group Anadolu eyes retail business in Pakistan
It is already producing soft drinks in country via subsidiary Coca-Cola Icecek
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‘Everyone will have 3G by 2018'
3G and 4G has brought a revolution in the country
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Iqbal lauds govt’s efforts
Says Pakistan attracting foreign investors due to positive policies
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US, Saudi Arabia sign business deals worth billions
Agreements exhibit Riyadh’s willingness to develop sectors apart from oil
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Trump’s trade negotiator makes debut at APEC talks
US president favours bilateral trade deals over ambitious multilateral pacts of Obama’s administration
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Non-filers of tax returns could be burdened further
Dar critical of FBR’s proposals as he doesn’t want to increase taxes in election year
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Foreign Threat: Netherlands mulls over protectionism
The announcement comes amid a surge in nationalist and protectionist sentiment in the country
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Prioritised Economic Zones: Chinese delegation to come for review
Foreign investors were keen to invest in various sectors of the country
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Agriculture Produce: Poor techniques affecting crops
60% of water and inputs in agricultural fields were being wasted
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Govt sets aside Rs44bn for CPEC’s western route
Total cost of corridor infrastructure projects is estimated at Rs1.08tr
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Monetary Policy: SBP keeps interest rate unchanged at 5.75%
Market observers say there is likelihood of reversal due to anticipation of mounting inflationary pressures
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LCCI asks for tax-free budget
Move will encourage people to come into tax net voluntarily
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For exporters: FCCI to set up special cell
Familiarise exporters with recently introduced Registered Exporter System
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SBP issues updated forex manual
The last such version of the manual was issued in May 2016
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PSO to get only Rs5b against Rs295b debt pile
Wants immediate release of Rs105b to clear its current bills
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Petroleum ministry takes notice of LPG shortage
Seeks immediate report from managing director of SSGC LPG
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NEC approves Rs2.5tr for development outlay
However, it does not approve $10.4b current account deficit target
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Sachal's wind power project starts production
Will supply 49.5MW of electricity to national grid for 20 years
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Pizza Hut set to open 75 new outlets in Pakistan
American fast food giant and local partner set to invest over $3 million in the next 5 years
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Mango exporters going online to access US, Dubai markets
Last year, a Pakistani firm booked and shipped mangoes in association with US airline
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PSX extends trading time ahead of MSCI upgrade
Passive foreign funds are expected to return to the market
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Are cigarette prices in Pakistan among the lowest?
Expert calls for efforts to reduce demand for illicit cigarettes
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Week-On-Week: SPI rises 0.06%
During the week, average prices of 15 items rose in a selected basket of goods
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Currency: Rupee weakens against dollar
The currency market has fluctuated regularly in recent months
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Market watch: Bourse ends dismal week down as profit-taking continues
Benchmark KSE-100 index falls 214.57 points
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Fitch says Pakistan’s external finance pressures manageable
Believes country is unlikely to face difficulties in short run
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Two LPG vessels turned away, shortage feared
Ships were carrying 11,900 tons of imported gas
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Pakistan’s growing GDP attracting Turkish companies
Though deterred by distance, Turkish official believes opportunities do exist
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Public’s general well-being priority as always: Dar
Says upcoming budget being prepared after consultations.
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SBP’s reserves continue to fall, amount to $15.9b
Last week, the decrease in reserves was attributed to external debt servicing

















































