Business

Envoy cites potential for collaboration in mining, agriculture, pharma and other areas

Two countries aim to promote barter trade, sign FTA and activate border markets

Price of gold per tola stood firm at Rs386,300

Business leaders warn high interest stifling growth; calls grow for single-digit rate as inflation falls

Ukraine launched a large attack with at least 361 drones targeting Russia overnight

MPC keeps rate unchanged at 11%; warns of food inflation, external pressure

IMF set around 50 conditions under $7 billion bailout package

The revised prices come into effect immediately from September 16

Cites economic disruption due to recent floods as main cause; projects GDP growth near the lower end of 3.25 to 4.25%

KSE-100 index gains 945 points following two days of profit-taking

In international bullion rate holds firm at $3,643 per ounce

If Islamabad mishandles this moment, it risks alienating one power while failing to attract meaningful commitments

Emergency imports of wheat and vegetables, targeted cash transfers to vulnerable families can stabilise situation

Tight monetary controls, high tariffs, regressive taxes fuel capital flight, trade gaps

Pakistan can pursue comprehensive FTAs with UK and EU to diversify exports, join global value chains

Declaration of agri emergency must not be temporary measure but foundation of long-term resilience, recovery plan

Tax-and-spend policies worsen economy than before big tax binge

Minister will lead 22nd Session of Pakistan-Iran JEC, co-chair Pakistan-Iran Joint Business Forum

Hustle culture, grassroots entrepreneurial spirit transformed $18.7tr economy

Underutilised PQA berth for power plant will be used for clinker exports

Tech firms aim to forge strategic partnerships, highlight role in digital economy

Index cools down following 10,000-point rally; slips on profit-taking, flood worries

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Company faces admin crisis following exit of two CEOs over a year

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Microsoft gains 1.8%, Tesla jumps 7.4% in backdrop of rate cut expectations

FBR stresses essential services, rehabilitation efforts possible only via taxpayers

Industry welcomes relief, pushes for addressing concerns over chemical import rules

Global lender expresses deep sorrow over loss of lives in Pakistan’s recent devastating floods

New rates will take effect after the prime minister’s consent

Firms accused of aiding SMIC in acquiring US semiconductor tools

Major firms line up billions in pledges for Britain’s tech landscape

In international bullion market, the price of gold fell by $2 per ounce to settle at $3,643

Minister insists industry relocation will create jobs, bring technology

MoU also includes annual scholarship fund of Rs3.5m for students in energy, mining disciplines

Benchmark KSE-100 index loses 1,702 points amid correction

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Companies sign MoU to develop comprehensive seed industry chain

US energy chief says European Union could replace it with US LNG

ADB urges Pakistan to integrate insurance into city planning to curb costs

Tomato prices up 90%; sugar and wheat flour add to inflationary pain

Board discusses new CEO hiring; regional offices to be set up in G-B and Balochistan

Adds Rs322.5b via Mudaraba; gold jumps to Rs386,500; $146m net RDA inflows in Aug

PPMA urges SIFC to protect policy as PM orders review of prices

Explores Panda bonds, grants, budget diversion to complete medical complex

Urges Pakistan to ensure security, political stability, timely project delivery

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Govt task force plans new berths, truck yards, and support measures to cut costs, boost competitiveness

Minister stresses market diversification with focus on high-value sectors

Senators direct ministries to protect traders, comply with international obligations