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Secure mobile systems, upgraded firewalls to protect key institutions

KSE-100 index sheds 380 points amid range-bound trading

Higher shipments reflect Pakistan's role as key supplier, potential for deeper economic integration

Production cost goes down 2% to Rs8.6 per unit in FY25

Imports rise while exports remain flat; energy collaboration offers new potential

The high commissioner appreciated the recent economic strides made by Islamabad

Both nations agree to launch Preferential Trade Agreement talks in 2025; key sectors identified for deeper cooperation

Committee discussed Pakistan's National Tariff Policy

The price of gold per tola reached Rs361,200, up by Rs3,600

Sweetest commodity becomes most toxic crisis caused by elite interests

KSE-100 index sheds 380 points amid range-bound trading

Analysts predict YoY growth in 5-5.2% range for 2025, higher than govt's target

It's time to turn triumph into transformation, sustainable efforts to address domestic woes

Reserve cushion can help fast-track reforms, particularly in tax administration, power sector governance

High interest rates, import compression and regressive taxation leading to low growth, unemployment

Outflow poses serious challenge to economic narrative, efforts to woo investors

Business assets, economic contributions at stake as deportation fears grow

Regulatory clarity, institutional flows drive sector to new peak

Bulls dominate trading as KSE-100 index climbs 4,298 points

Initiative aims to modernise farming, promote climate-smart agriculture

Presents reform package to cut compliance costs, unlock investment

Bank experts inspect Karachi-Rohri section of major railway scheme

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Maritime minister projects annual revenue potential to be up to $7.2m, project to operate under public-private partner

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Trade bodies demand repeal of 'draconian' tax laws, warn of deepening crisis

Minister links 18% growth to unified strategy; industry complains about dearth of support

All Pakistan Restaurants Association, local transport unions in Karachi, also backed strike

KSE-100 index faces profit-taking at peak, edges down 68 points

NBP official asks Pakistan, China to play greater role in upgrading global supply network

SBP injects Rs11tr into banking system via OMOs; gold prices climb

FBR claims new digital tax law targets firms with no physical presence

NEPRA may reduce the power tariff by Rs0.6541 per kWh under the monthly FCA

Value-added products drive recovery; millers cautiously optimistic, urge policy clarity to target $20b in exports

UK chamber shows interest in introducing solar-powered heating appliances

Annual inflation shows 1.61% drop as tomatoes, LPG prices fall

Year ends with $2.1b but June deficit raises concern; trade gap widens to $29.4b

Govt agrees to form grievance body after talks with FPCCI; KCCI maintains call for strike, citing unresolved concerns

Profit-taking halts rally; key stocks limit downside

Index soars 2,286 points, led by investor interest in fertiliser, energy stocks

BOI targets 90-day implementation; regulatory overhaul aims to slash compliance costs, approval timelines

Host South Africa says forum must show global leadership to tackle trade barriers

Facilitation points will help boost industrial linkages, CPEC investment

Bodies formed to fast-track sewage treatment projects as Karachi discharges 472m gallons of wastewater daily

Central bank injects Rs902.5b via dual OMOs; rupee stable at 284.97/$

Chainstore Association accuses Chinese e-commerce giant of tax evasion, predatory pricing, and unfair competition; dem

The report notes that Pakistan remains one of the most heavily taxed telecom markets in the region

LOI signed; deal sets stage for govt to explore Bitcoin reserves, and regulatory innovation

Suzuki warns that allowing used car imports could flood Pakistan with lower-quality vehicles

The move follows a high-level meeting between Minister Bilal Bin Saqib and Salvadoran President Nayib Bukele