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Elevates from stable to positive and forecasts 3% GDP growth; debt risks remain

Farmers blame ineffective pesticides, inferior seed quality, lack of govt role

Leads to price surge; PM forms high-level committee to consider impact of importing raw sugar to stabilise prices

In another relief, petrol price likely to fall Rs14 per litre

Say expensive, obsolete power sources being preferred

Will slap tariffs on $28b worth of goods from April

Experts argue move ignores global standards for regulating pesticides, poor handling during storage

Reaches Rs306,500/tola while currency depreciates 2 paisa to Rs279.97/$; SBP raises Rs15.8b in PIB

Calls for cancellation of six canals to protect Sindh's water rights

KSE-100 index drops 93 points in absence of major catalysts

This move comes after months of speculation following the suspension of bookings for the top variant of the model.

According to Moody’s, the outlook upgrade aligns with the improved sovereign credit rating of Pakistan

CPEC's jewel lags behind even 10 years after launch of multibillion-dollar project

SIFC had sought the exemptions during a detailed briefing to the IMF delegation

Copper, gold deposits will generate cash flow of $74b over 37 years

PC board raises concerns about adviser's proposal; no foreign govt shows interest

FinMin says 52,000 new investors have entered market; sugar sector crackdown boosts tax to Rs24b

Prices show rare stability at Rs306,000/tola; rupee appreciates by 12 paisa, closes below 280/$

Overall imports grow 10.88%, reaching $33.314 billion

Pakistan's Cotton Crop Production Enhancement Committee meets to discuss strategies for boosting cotton yield

Aims to create two-way agricultural trade corridor

Investors exercise caution amid global equity sell-off, IMF review

New models, corporate buying, and higher used car prices drive growth; tractor sales fall as farmers struggle

FinMin outlined ongoing partnership with World Bank in areas such as population management and learning poverty.

Sources indicate that electricity base tariffs could be reduced by Re1 to Rs2 per unit.

The international bullion market showed no fluctuation. result in no change in global and local market.

Winners can claim their prizes by submitting their original bond and valid identification at National Savings branches

The sharp decline came after a lowered delivery forecast from an analyst.

Closes at 280.07 while remittances record inflows of $3.1b in Feb'25, reflecting surge of 38.6% YoY

Index falls 42 points as foreign outflows, expected inflation surge weigh

IHC questions chairman's reappointment as legal notice seeks to halt recruitment

Dispute sparks calls for accountability, intervention of power ministry

Minister defends decision, saying chief economist appointed temporarily

The discussion focused on the growth of the insurance sector and its contribution to the national economy.

Warn that industries are already struggling to survive, further downsizing is expected after Eidul Fitr

Malaysia's palm oil stocks at the end of February fell 4.31% from the previous month to 1.51 million metric tonnes

MPC cites widening C/A deficit, tax revenue shortfalls as key concerns

HC goes to Sialkot, Faisalabad and Lahore to highlight trade potential

Since June 2024, the SBP has reduced the policy rate by a total of 1,000 basis points (bps)

This project combines historical significance with modern luxury to reflect Lahore's vibrant spirit

Moderate cut is warranted that preserves policy flexibility, maintains credibility

Retaliates with $2.6b duties on rapeseed oil, oil cakes, aquatic products, and pork as warning shot

State minister says Pakistani young women have excelled, emerging as tech leaders

PM's aide calls for gender equality in climate action, gender-responsive policies

KSE-100 gains 1,147 points on hopes of rate cut, Rs1.25tr circular debt deal

The dollar ended this week around 148 yen.

Pakistan must leverage AI, EVs, biofuels for sustainable growth, say experts

Well-regulated market will not only attract local investors but also make Pakistan attractive destination

Going route of conventional brick-and-mortar schools is not scalable solution

With widening tax shortfall and rising illicit markets, Pakistan's taxation policy may be backfiring