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Jakarta invites traders to forge joint ventures
Envoy cites potential for collaboration in mining, agriculture, pharma and other areas
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Pak-Iran trade reaches $3b, on way towards $10b target
Two countries aim to promote barter trade, sign FTA and activate border markets
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Gold holds steady ahead of Federal Reserve decision
Price of gold per tola stood firm at Rs386,300
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Industry decries SBP's 'incomprehensible' move
Business leaders warn high interest stifling growth; calls grow for single-digit rate as inflation falls
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Oil rises after attacks on Russian refineries
Ukraine launched a large attack with at least 361 drones targeting Russia overnight
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SBP holds policy rate amid floods
MPC keeps rate unchanged at 11%; warns of food inflation, external pressure
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Govt fails to publish governance, corruption diagnostic report
IMF set around 50 conditions under $7 billion bailout package
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Petrol stays put while diesel creeps up Rs2.78
The revised prices come into effect immediately from September 16
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SBP keeps policy rate unchanged at 11%
Cites economic disruption due to recent floods as main cause; projects GDP growth near the lower end of 3.25 to 4.25%
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PSX surges in anticipation of no change in policy rate
KSE-100 index gains 945 points following two days of profit-taking
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Gold prices hold steady in global, local markets
In international bullion rate holds firm at $3,643 per ounce
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Walking a tightrope between China and US
If Islamabad mishandles this moment, it risks alienating one power while failing to attract meaningful commitments
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Floods to famine: how 2025 could trigger economic crisis
Emergency imports of wheat and vegetables, targeted cash transfers to vulnerable families can stabilise situation
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Fear-driven policies dent trust
Tight monetary controls, high tariffs, regressive taxes fuel capital flight, trade gaps
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Tariff policy: learning right lessons from trade reforms
Pakistan can pursue comprehensive FTAs with UK and EU to diversify exports, join global value chains
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Livelihoods and economic stability hang in balance
Declaration of agri emergency must not be temporary measure but foundation of long-term resilience, recovery plan
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High taxes don't work, reduce them
Tax-and-spend policies worsen economy than before big tax binge
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Commerce minister leads Pak-Iran trade talks
Minister will lead 22nd Session of Pakistan-Iran JEC, co-chair Pakistan-Iran Joint Business Forum
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Importing China model beyond CPEC
Hustle culture, grassroots entrepreneurial spirit transformed $18.7tr economy
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Govt seeks to utilise IPP's berth
Underutilised PQA berth for power plant will be used for clinker exports
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Pakistan showcases IT capabilities at expo
Tech firms aim to forge strategic partnerships, highlight role in digital economy
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PSX ends week flat after record highs
Index cools down following 10,000-point rally; slips on profit-taking, flood worries
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Nestle chairman asked to leave
Company faces admin crisis following exit of two CEOs over a year
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Nasdaq hits record, traders await Fed meeting
Microsoft gains 1.8%, Tesla jumps 7.4% in backdrop of rate cut expectations
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Traders urged to ensure tax compliance by Sept 30
FBR stresses essential services, rehabilitation efforts possible only via taxpayers
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Oil licences' waiver extended
Industry welcomes relief, pushes for addressing concerns over chemical import rules
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IMF mission to assess floods impact on Pakistan's economy
Global lender expresses deep sorrow over loss of lives in Pakistan’s recent devastating floods
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Petrol prices in Pakistan may rise from September 16
New rates will take effect after the prime minister’s consent
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US tech clampdown widens to 32 firms across Asia and Middle East
Firms accused of aiding SMIC in acquiring US semiconductor tools
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BlackRock to invest $700m in UK data centres during Trump visit
Major firms line up billions in pledges for Britain’s tech landscape
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Gold price drops in local, global markets
In international bullion market, the price of gold fell by $2 per ounce to settle at $3,643
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Punjab offers SEZ land to investors
Minister insists industry relocation will create jobs, bring technology
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PEC, Chinese firms to train 100 engineers
MoU also includes annual scholarship fund of Rs3.5m for students in energy, mining disciplines
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PSX comes under intense selling pressure
Benchmark KSE-100 index loses 1,702 points amid correction
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Hybrid oilseed spreads fragrance across Pakistan
Companies sign MoU to develop comprehensive seed industry chain
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'EU could quit Russian gas within a year'
US energy chief says European Union could replace it with US LNG
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SBP to hold rate as floods fuel inflation
ADB urges Pakistan to integrate insurance into city planning to curb costs
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Yearly SPI rises 5.03% on high cost of essentials
Tomato prices up 90%; sugar and wheat flour add to inflationary pain
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SMEDA's new structure focuses on outsourcing
Board discusses new CEO hiring; regional offices to be set up in G-B and Balochistan
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SBP injects Rs12.5tr liquidity
Adds Rs322.5b via Mudaraba; gold jumps to Rs386,500; $146m net RDA inflows in Aug
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Pharma sector defends deregulation
PPMA urges SIFC to protect policy as PM orders review of prices
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Govt seeks IMF nod for new tax
Explores Panda bonds, grants, budget diversion to complete medical complex
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China pushes CPEC 2.0 despite fears
Urges Pakistan to ensure security, political stability, timely project delivery
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PQA to add 30,000 tonnes storage for cement exports
Govt task force plans new berths, truck yards, and support measures to cut costs, boost competitiveness
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Meeting reviews trade performance
Minister stresses market diversification with focus on high-value sectors
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Bureaucratic delays plague barter trade with Iran
Senators direct ministries to protect traders, comply with international obligations











































