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Pakistan invites global infrastructure firms to forge partnerships

KSE-100 index adds 4,575 points as November momentum persists

It depends on funds availability; WAPDA urges contractors to expedite work

Climate minister says green productivity provides pathway to strengthen energy security

Founders suggest early-stage ventures must 'survive rejection' to scale

Punjab reviews plantation drive as certified seed use rises 25%

Companies caution they are facing financial trouble, businesses may collapse

Govt commits to addressing traders' woes, boosting industrial growth

Minister encourages Danish firms to explore Pakistan's fast-growing IT talent pool

Funds will go to small-scale projects in constituencies of ruling alliance lawmakers

Price of 24-carat gold rises by Rs5,300 per tola

Tariffs erode price advantage; study asks Islamabad to trade with regional states

Accuses mills of jointly deciding to delay crushing, fixing cane purchase price

KSE-100 extends rally, gaining over 1,300 points on constructive outlook

PM aide announces halal meat sector will be granted industry status

At CAREC forum, ADB announces plans to invest over $10b to support projects to build digitally connected region

Underlines government is continuously implementing international conventions tied to scheme

KATI demands withdrawal of fuel surcharge, Rs33b Covid package payment

Gold prices hold steady despite global surge; rupee inches up to 280.52/$

Sweetener soars 44% over last year; 0.73% weekly gain in index driven by utilities, pulses

Raises concern over hiring in FBR's arm without proper policy

US Exim, global banks line up as company vows to complete 1st phase in 3 years

Total forex deposits oscillate around $19.6b; gold steady despite global dip on Fed cut jitters

Govt plans to ease regulations, remove unnecessary restrictions

Agreement signing marks conclusion of appointment process for second batch of distribution companies

Rally marks shift from sluggish pace in recent days, reflects improving interest

Event features regulatory dialogue to remove trade barriers

Distribution companies seek Rs0.65/kWh relief in electricity bills

Say growth limitations will continue if country does not have larger, more competitive export base

Warns excessive taxes, high rates hurt investment, calling for export-driven strategy instead

IT minister says Rinova AI-RCM Matter deal to bring AI medical billing, create thousands of skilled jobs in Pakistan

The benchmark reclaimed the market's key psychological level on a closing basis for the first time in 25 days

T-bills oversubscribed amid stable yields; gold up Rs2,300/tola

Copper, gold mining scheme expected to secure funding of $3.5b

Asks govt to consult businessmen on policy formulation

KSE-100 index jumps nearly 1,500 points on institutional buying

Over 90% of metal is traded outside formal channels; dealers are not registered with SECP

Despite domestic gains, economy remains vulnerable to external shocks

Minister emphasised that the price of climate change cannot be measured in economic terms alone

Tough migration rules, belittling treatment, offloading add to workers' misery

Initiative aimed at promoting agri-innovation, improving healthcare via research

Unemployment rate reaches 21-year high of 7.1%, while World Bank calculates poverty rate at 44.7%

Koç Holding & Beko executives visited Pakistan to accelerate localisation and boost long-term Dawlance development

PM Shehbaz receives Bahrain's highest state honour, the Order of Bahrain (First Class), during meeting with King Hamad

Overall trading volume jumped to 636.4 million shares, up from Tuesday’s tally of 590.5 million

Maritime connectivity will reduce freight cost, transport duration

Envoy says visas being issued to businessmen in just three days

SMEDA board approves 'Made-in-Pakistan MSME Clusters 2025'

Prices jump Rs7,700 per tola amid global expectations; rupee extends winning streak

Says women can be empowered via education and digital skills