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Agrees on 60% of public sector imports, exports via deep-sea port

SBP's foreign currency deposits reach $9.53b, lend support to rupee

CPPA says 12.7b units of electricity were sold but consumption dropped 20%

Philip Morris exports $48 million in raw tobacco over five years through sustainability efforts.

Outrage grows as Islamabad police fail to take decisive action against officers accused of raping two children.

Saudi Arabia urges crackdown on misuse of Umrah visas as concerns grow over Pakistani beggars entering the kingdom.

Pakistan secures $7 billion IMF loan, averting default with strict terms, including tax hikes and asset sales.

Dutch auction sees 3.4x oversubscription, total demand reaching Rs4.7b

Mark 13% increase at $1.64b as global buyers shift from Bangladesh, China

KSE-100 index dives 589.95 points, settles at 81,657.97

Introduces business visas, dollar accounts, and IT initiatives

These inflows will be reflected in SBP’s liquid reserves, with an official update expected on Thursday, October 3

How much impact will the next fuel price change have on consumers?

While govt points to inflation dropping to 9.6%, families are struggling to survive

Says costly commercial borrowing by Pakistan is not linked to its $7b bailout

FBR launches nationwide campaign to boost tax compliance, warns of strict penalties for non-compliance after seminars.

Non-filers will face significant restrictions that will impact their daily activities, finance minister tells VOA

Currency market sees steady movement with USD at Rs. 278.25 and Kuwaiti Dinar holding strong at Rs. 911.56.

ADB says govt faces challenges due to political, institutional tensions

Requires banks to lend 60% of local deposits despite opposition from SBP, finance ministry

Boosted by the IMF's loan approval, PSX hits new record high with the KSE-100 Index surging 588 pts in intra-day trade

SBP conducted latest Business Confidence Survey (BCS) in collaboration with Institute of Business Administration.

Data indicates that risks associated with OXBRYTA include higher incidence of vaso-occlusive crises and fatal events

Cabinet committee head calls for halting shipments as retail price exceeds benchmark

The OECD forecasts global growth at 3.2% for 2024, boosted by lower inflation and expected interest rate cuts.

KSE-100 index surges 764.28 points, settles at 82,247.92

Attracts underbanked population as Buy-Now-Pay-Later option offers affordability

The Pakistani rupee dipped to Rs277.85 against the dollar, while gold prices hit a record high of Rs275,500

Firm also plans to switch to on-grid solar systems to embrace green energy solutions

FPCCI opposes heavy tax methods, saying FBR's targets are unrealistic given limited business growth opportunities.

Pakistan’s growth is expected to rise to 2.8% in FY25, supported by IMF-backed reforms, says ADB.

PM Shehbaz reiterates that this will be country's last IMF programme

Despite inflation, high interest rates, and poor output, profits soar by 25% in FY24

Meta delays joining the EU's AI Pact, focusing on compliance with the AI Act set to take effect in August 2026.

Govt shares final conditions with shortlisted bidders, will sell 60% stake

'Pakistan can learn from India, where lowering telecom taxes played a pivotal role in driving digital growth'

Over 50 industries demand urgent action as water supply is cut off over unpaid dues

Aims to promote green transition with focus on women, local manufacturing

Currency hits Rs277.80/$ while gold prices reach new record

KSE-100 index decreases 366.86 points, settles at 81,483.64

Visits women-led business, welcomes opportunity to explore prospects for economic reform

Farmers demand resolution of problems as cost surges

Experts note recent bullish trend led investors to capitalise on profits

Per tola price surges by Rs1,100 to reach Rs273,000

Gold traded at Rs 270,000 per tola, while silver sees minor drop with 10 grams priced at Rs 2,752.1 in Pakistan.

Dam to generate 12 billion units of green energy annually in stage-I

Pakistan's first Green-Tech Hub aims to lead in green technologies and attract global investors at COP29.

Inquiry accuses officials of unauthorised use of World Bank funds

KSE-100 index decreases 223.95 points, settles at 81,850.50

Commerce minister, UK trade commissioner explore food sector, value-added exports