Trend suggests gradual return of imbalances in foreign trade

Rise comes on back of growth in imports due to reopening of global economies

Inflows remain strong above $2b for ninth successive month in February

Babar says 45-50% electricity globally is sold as commodity rather than monopoly service

Executes agreements in joint venture with employees of Italian company

Aims to use funds to pay back previous loans, finance budget expenditures

Decline in line with trend seen in world markets

Move aimed at attracting higher investment in government papers

Closes at 157.84 against dollar, aided by higher foreign currency inflows

More people approaching banks to acquire low-cost housing finance