Business

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

Index loses 880 points in volatile session; volumes stay strong

IEA says world oil supply will rise rapidly this year due to planned output increases

Sector jumps 62% to 14,050 units in August, recovering from July slump

Central bank deposits stand at $14.3b; gold prices fall Rs4,100/tola

In the international bullion market, the price of gold fell by $36 per ounce to settle at $3,618

Central bank governor receives Rs4m in salary, perks and security

PM aide says Pakistan aligning SME policies with global standards

Benchmark index gains 457 points on investor interest in attractive stocks

Bullion stands at Rs388,100 as global prices hover near all-time highs

Advances shrink 16.4% in H1CY25, ADR drops to 35.3%, banks turn to govt securities, raising growth concerns

Says instead of curtailing supplies, surplus energy be provided to them

Aurangzeb stressed the importance of stability in the exchange rate and policy rate

Regulatory delays, tariff disputes, and shifting environment derail nine-year deal despite govt pledges

The venture will modernise agricultural machinery and promote smart farming solutions

Banks back first-ever Chinese market entry; funding tied to green projects

Benchmark index gains 0.29% on investor interest in attractive stocks