Business

Recessionary pressure in US will weaken consumer demand, reduce export earnings for Islamabad

So long as line ministries appoint and control boards, autonomy remains a myth

With supportive tariffs, electronics manufacturing can emerge as major pillar of Indonesia's investment footprint

In long term, Pakistan needs to embrace economic democracy – a leaf from Indonesian constitution

Recovery that enriches asset holders while shuttering factories is unsustainable

Seminar highlights online export tools, streamlined documentation for small traders and industries

Industry warns billions are lost to raw exports, outdated mining, smuggling

Estimated evaded duty on the seized goods is approximately Rs1.1 billion

Aurangzeb cites IMF-driven reforms as businesses warn of crippling energy costs and collapsing investment

Transporter strike paralyses cargo, SAI warns of rising port charges, missed deadlines

Mari Energies warns Ghazi Ghaisakhori development cannot proceed without assured offtake, timely payments

KSE-100 climbs 1.7% WoW to new all-time high, nears 170,000 mark

Stresses need for investment in AI, cloud and automation

ECC approves higher Rs522b circular debt flow despite Fund's Rs400b ceiling

Move follows US approval for exports with 25% fee, while Beijing has yet to decide on allowing shipments into China

As per data, 31,524 doctors declared zero income but collectively filed tax refund claims amounting to Rs1.3b

New policy designed to stave off undue interference by investigation agencies

Analysts push first cut to late FY26 or FY27; rupee, external pressures limit room to ease

Reject 3.12% margin, urging for higher 8% margin

Expert says new debts are 'shaping policy' as the government continues to borrow

Focus on broadening product lists, establishing digital connectivity to boost bilateral trade

Sugar, gas charges drive YoY elevation at 3.90%; weekly declines 0.03%

Adoption of solar PV is cutting emissions, easing grid strain, boosting job creation

Index surges nearly 1,300 points, ends just shy of 170k mark

Proposal relies on SOE dividends and LNG savings as IMF reviews six-year plan

Governor calls for developing SICPA as regional export hub as company marks 30 years of operations

Gold prices surge Rs10,700 to Rs454,262/tola despite global retreat

OGRA to send summary of proposed price changes to PM for approval on Dec 15

Seeks attorney general's support as finance ministry flags spending constraints

Investor confidence rises after IMF acknowledges Pakistan’s reform progress

Per tola gold jumps Rs10,700 to hit Rs454,262

CRI warns garment workers face rising climate-driven risks in global supply chains

Gold gains Rs500 per tola; silver reaches all-time high

Marks a new era for Pakistan's economy

Seasonal slowdown hits volumes; YoY growth remains strong at 52%

Envoy says Moscow drawing up roadmap to reduce reliance on Western networks

Petroleum Division says PSO has surplus LNG owing to low consumer demand

KSE-100 index loses 877 points, fails to stay above 170k milestone

Demands anti-graft reforms, sugar sector liberalisation, remittance-cost overhaul

Price of 24-karat gold rises by Rs500

Mobile wallets to replace agents; full digital payments targeted by June 2026

Gold gains Rs1,200 per tola despite global dip; rupee inches up

Record capital markets deal redeems PES sukuk and syndicated loans; move tied to IMF-backed debt reforms

Says prices of key food items have begun to stabilise after sharp spike

Experts highlight potential, if backed by reforms, certification & export strategy

Asks OGRA to call meeting to address issues of sales tax recovery, exchange loss & port constraints

Regulator extends tariff period after system stability warnings; plant resumes operations

Accelerates GHS rollout with new laws, directorate and awareness drive

KSE-100 index closes flat as investors opt to book gains at high levels

Survey cites human error as leading breach risk as firms urged to strengthen awareness