Business

The growing volume of bilateral trade between the two countries was a positive development

Continued shortage of water in the country taking its toll on the masses

Industry veteran previously served as central bank's executive director

Crosses full-year’s target in nine months, standing at $23.4b; monthly import bill hits record high

Benchmark index advances 307.12 points

Regulator aims to incentivise investors

Three schemes of 2,485MW to be completed by mid-2018.

IPR report finds weak policy-making root of weak economic indicators

BOI chief says Pakistan lagging behind even Sri Lanka, Bangladesh in investment

Finance ministry’s allocation of a fixed sum for FY18 may create problems

Suggests allocation for power producers from MOL’s gas field in K-P

Earnings per share soar to Rs2.2 from Rs1.12 in the previous year

Budget proposal aimed at accelerating economic growth

The currency market has fluctuated regularly in recent months

Pakistan is generating just half a dollar from one cubic metre of water

Pakistan has the opportunity to capture the Russian market

Overseas workers sent $1.69b in March, figure for 9MFY17 amounts to $14.06b

Benchmark-100 share index ends with increase of 53.58 points to close at 47,942.95

Qasem expressed optimism about US economic growth, given Trump's agenda of tax cuts & infrastructure investments

It may become a base for nine new industrial cities with world-class infrastructure

Policymakers should seek trade policies that remove any negative impact.

Higher oil prices caused increase in circular debt, reduced investment-related imports

Says only handicap is absence of professionals trained in human resource development

China’s top brand is mulling over launching its dealership in Pakistan

Most economists cannot unearth societal and cultural foundations that constrain growth and prosperity in the long run

Pakistan has 150,000 freelancers; lack of literacy a big barrier

The market reacted to US jobs report and news of Pentagon missile strikes on Syria

Lahore Chamber of Commerce and Industry called for installation of fire hydrants at market places

The regulatory body registered 5,858 new companies during the first nine months of the current fiscal year

Says equal benefits will motivate Pakistani businesses

Amount to $3.01tr; yuan showing signs of stabilisation

PHMA chairman criticises government for delay in payment

App meant for payments would formalise economy

Industrial output falls by 0.7%, after shrinking 0.3% the previous month

Sukkur IBA dean says agriculture needs attention

Index heavyweight financials and oils down as volumes remain low

Reiterates that the corporation is elevating its revenue streams and does not need to be sold off

Govt determines oil and gas prices, OGRA only implements policies.

Global body says result exhibits fall in cost since investment already declined by 23%

Says both countries should work towards improving investment climate

Exporters seek release of tax dues by April 20

PITB chairman says partnership will boost small and medium enterprises

Commercial loan to be cheaper, but risky due to exchange rate fluctuation

China also keen to welcome enterprises from UK and other western nations

"There is a huge potential for economic cooperation between Pakistan and Ukraine"

Around 7,000 large trucks will use the corridor daily, producing 36.5 million tons of carbon dioxide per annum

The currency market has fluctuated regularly in recent months

Secretary says electricity shortfall of 5,000MW exists in the country

Maker of Super Power motorcycles says it intends to start sale within 3 months

Benchmark index gains 1.13% points to finish at 47,889.37