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Commerce minister unveils plans to establish dedicated registry, says 200 products have already been identified

The price per 10 grams rose by Rs3,429

Should pursue strategic trade deals with China and US, invest in high-value sectors

Policy steps remain confined to bridging revenue gaps by raising taxes while neglecting market distortions

Successive govts fail to agree on meaningful steps to reverse large fiscal deficits

$1b IMF tranche a welcome development for strained economy, offering fiscal relief and framework for reform

Public system stabilises wild swings in food prices, but leaving it to market will be politically costly

Govt to roll out fiscal measures from July 1 to cut deficit, tackle rising energy-sector debt.

It emerges as crucial strength of Pakistan that will build strong image globally

Desires to place Pakistan among world's top 20 economies

Benchmark KSE-100 index soars 11.6% — the highest in five years

Routes will connect Central Asia, Europe and Russia via China, Afghanistan and Iran

Conversion of 27,000 tube wells delayed by funding gaps, security concerns

Fall to 43,895 tons primarily due to closure of Iran border

Downgrade comes on concerns over nation's growing debt pile

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Talks focus on strengthening scientific, tech collaboration

Pakistan needs over $19b to bear foreign debt cost, bridge deficit in FY26

With this breakthrough project, Pakistan's real estate industry is poised for growth and modernisation

10MFY25 surplus hits $1.9b after 14 years; April balance falls to $12m

Low base effect fades; short-term inflation rises 1.03% WoW

Economic worries overshadow strong week; KSE-100 dips 313 points

Oppose sweeping powers to local administrations without judicial oversight

Experts call for creating opportunities to increase exports to US

Lender identifies Rs1tr gap in next fiscal year's proposed target of Rs14.3tr

Haroon Akhtar highlighted that the initiative aligned with the prime minister's vision for a Green Pakistan

Welcome steps taken to help recoup losses that will clear way for $6b investment

Slides 2.2% MoM, indicating improvement in export competitiveness; gold recovers Rs900

Three-year Ijarah Sukuk oversubscribed 5.4 times, raises Rs31.99b

Gross Domestic Product (GDP) projected to expand by 2.3 per cent in 2025

Gold prices in Pakistan rose on Friday, mirroring a positive trend in the international market.

Aurangzeb describes climate change as a significant threat to Pakistan, emphasises need for sustainable financing.

Food ministry actively working on matter, expects swift progress

IMF tranche, 90bps drop in bond yields drive index up by 1,425 points

BOI chairman reviews progress on regulatory reforms under PRMI

Envoy says will also introduce e-visa with focus on expanding bilateral trade

CCP examines telecom firm's accounts to determine reasons for losses

State Bank's reserves up $71m; RDA inflows reach $10.18b

He stressed that timely completion of the project was a top priority for Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif.

Law ministry stalls OGRA's amendment despite frequent explosions

The excavation of the right and left abutment of the main dam has been completed

Grills energy ministry over optimistic demand forecasts, exchange rate assumptions

Move comes as part of a decision to shift fuel relief to refineries, OMCs, dealers, not consumers: The Express Tribune

Price of silver also decreased, with one tola falling by Rs105 to Rs3,377.

Fake notification claimed that currency notes with pen marks would no longer be considered legal tender after July 1

The draw for the Rs1,500 prize bond (Draw No. 102) was held in Karachi on May 15, 2025

Inflow eases pressure on rupee, reduces default risk

The development comes after President Trump expressed interest in enhancing trade with Islamabad.

Business body urges transparency, publication of tax expenditure

Index closes flat as budget caution, dismal car sales weigh on sentiment