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Corporate results: Askari Bank posts Rs157m profit for third quarter
The result is better than market expectations despite the loss per share.
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No free lunch
The quality of research is what differentiates a good brokerage house from an ordinary one.
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Banking the unbanked: Microfinance market in Pakistan keeps bankers optimistic
Kashf Bank eyes growth amid favourable regulations and untapped market.
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Enabling the poor: Pakistan ranks 3rd in favourable microfinance environment
The Economist Intelligence Unit praises country’s framework and ease of entry into market.
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Drying up: Shrinking foreign investment takes the shine off KSE, brings market volumes down
Average turnover on bourse drops to $29m against $95m earlier.
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Eye of the storm: The brokerage house that could
Topline Securities rapid success and entrenched market position.
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Communication technology: Digital media still unexplored in Pakistan
With the biggest reach, this avenue still attracts the least attention from advertisers.
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Financial prudence: Stricter banking regulations to come into effect soon
Basel III tightens regulatory squeeze with addition of Capital Conservation Buffer.
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Telenor stresses affordable process of registering mobile accounts
Heavy investment required to equip registration agents is a key hurdle.
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Patterns reflect why small investors fare worse at KSE
Investment in small-cap stocks is risky due lack of information, unstable financials.
 
    








