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China's Two Sessions: unveiling roadmap to tackle challenges
It revolves around 10 key tasks such as boosting consumption, attracting investment, mitigating financial risks
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Rs40,000 prize bond winners for March 2025 draw announced
The draw for the Rs40,000 premium prize bond (Draw No. 32) took place on March 10, 2025, in Quetta.
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Pakistan moves to recognise crypto as strategic asset
Bilal bin Saqib says Pakistan aims to recognize crypto as a strategic asset and build strong regulatory frameworks.
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Govt plans to introduce digital prize bonds for secure transactions
The paperless investment method is expected to cut printing and logistical costs
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'Clear policies a must for crypto'
Govt urged to introduce clear regulations, with SBP and SECP developing a secure, legal framework for cryptocurrency
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Punjab incentivises early cotton sowing
Announces special package, sets target of 1m acre for early cultivation
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Concerns mount as cotton output falls 34%
Lack of research and export facilitation, 18% tax blamed for decline in production
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Pakistan sees drop in gold prices as global markets shift
Gold prices in Pakistan fell by Rs1,000, settling at Rs306,000, following a decline in international rates.
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China rolls over $2bn loan to Pakistan for one more year
The loan was originally due for repayment on March 24, but China has agreed to defer it.
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Toyota launches its cheapest smart EV
More than 10,000 orders were received within an hour of the launch
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GMO soybean revives feed industry
Experts affirm no health risks as output recovers, export opportunities expand
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Govt considers introducing new pay scales
Finance Division official argues if BPS is disbanded, pay variation will be hard to manage
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PSX rallies on rate cut expectations
KSE-100 gains 685 points as govt moves to tackle circular debt
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Analysts predict seventh rate cut amid low inflation
Believe central bank will stop when rates hit 10.5% to 11%, due to potential rise in inflation
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Weekly inflation falls for first time in seven years
SPI drops 0.9% YoY, influenced by lower prices of essential commodities
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Agribusiness firm listing draws investor interest
Listing comes after 16 times oversubscription of initial public offering
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Gold prices rebound Rs3,000/tola
Safe-haven rises to Rs307,000 amid global market gains; rupee loses 15 paisa against dollar to 279.97
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Pakistan resists IMF's carbon levy
Govt questions fund allocation, provincial concerns, impact of fossil fuel tax
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SMEDA calls for women's economic empowerment
Experts propose collaboration, mentorship to drive women-led businesses forward
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Govt seeks IMF approval to reduce net meter rates
The IMF has expressed concerns regarding the government’s approach to handling solar panel owners
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US job growth strengthens in February, unemployment rises to 4.1%
Nonfarm payrolls rose by 151,000 in February, up from a revised 125,000 in January, says the Labor department.
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Gold prices climb locally and globally as market trends shift
Gold prices in Pakistan surged once again, with the price per tola reaching Rs307,000 on Friday.
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Auto localisation hits road bump
Lack of raw material, high duty prevent country from becoming regional hub
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IMF rejects tax relief on power bills
Proposals are under consideration to provide tax relief to the real estate and tobacco sectors.
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'Reduce policy rate to 6% immediately'
Industrialists urge SBP for single-stroke cut in upcoming meeting on March 10
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SBP reserves increase by $27m
Forex reserves rise to $15.87b; gold drops to Rs304,000 and rupee loses 5 paisa to 279.82/$
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Price hike not caused by exports: PSMA
Millers say they have sold sugar below production cost
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Bulls return to PSX on debt settlement hopes
KSE-100 index climbs 1,459 points, settles at 113,713
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Govt pledges support for textile sector
Finance minister assures APTMA of resolution of taxation, energy, and financing issues
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DHL makes biggest domestic cull in decades
The planned cuts account for just 1.3% of the global workforce of DHL
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Stock splits gain momentum at PSX
Surge as bonus shares face tax burden; SECP's new guidelines boost trend
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Govt decides to ink marine agreement
UN convention offers fair, equitable regime on access to marine genetic resources
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PIA privatisation is gaining momentum: minister
Says govt has addressed investor concerns, expects successful sale within three months
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Gold prices drop significantly in local and international markets
Gold price drops $28 to $2,893 per ounce in global markets, reflecting a similar decline in local markets.
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Refineries seek FinMin intervention
Say tax break can hamper expansion plans to become self-sufficient in oil
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10 MoUs with Indonesia on cards
Pakistan can focus on processed food, IT, pharmaceuticals to deepen ties
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Dollar mauled as trade war escalates
Euro surges to four-month high; German bonds suffer historic sell-off
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Exporters explore opportunities in China
Tour key food markets and processing units, discuss potential partnerships
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Late selling erases all gains at PSX
Anxiety over IMF review pulls KSE-100 index down by 490 points
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IT exports soar as digital transformation accelerates
Govt policies, AI adoption, and connectivity expansion drive growth
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Trump wants to kill subsidised Chips Act
Trump calls to repeal CHIPS Act, redirect funds to reduce US debt in Congress speech.
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Sugar prices may soar to Rs200/kg
Experts blame shortage of nearly 1 million tonnes on excessive exports, declining sugarcane yield
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Cabinet body reviews wheat output projection
Advocates harmonisation of federal, provincial agri-research systems to increase crop yields
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Gold takes breather, gains modest Rs700/tola
Rupee loses 10 paisa to 279.87/$; SBP raises Rs569b in Rs1.237tr T-Bill auction
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Poultry vendors refuse to sell at govt rates, announce strike for Thursday
The strike will continue until poultry farmers are compelled to follow the official pricing
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Gold prices rise again, sustaining upward trend in local and global markets
Following last week's price decline, gold prices have reversed course, rising both locally and internationally.
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Diesel imports overshoot demand
Oil industry officials raise concerns, say no justification for allowing 120,000MT of imports
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IMF talks begin amid tax challenges
FinMin optimistic despite shortfall, anticipates large recoveries from court cases
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Gold surges Rs4,800/tola
Rupee stands at 279.77/$ after loss of 10 paisa
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Oil down on OPEC+ output increase
Oil prices drop as OPEC+ plans output hike, US-China tariffs add pressure