Business

Aims to set new global commerce rules with world trade at ‘critical juncture’

Will ramp up investment in sesame contract farming project

Calls on business community to fully utilise potential, improve bilateral trade

It aims to improve cross-border currency transactions, deepen international cooperation

Benchmark KSE-100 index climbs 490.11 points, settles at 63,305.93

Trina Solar head says surge in power prices propelled demand for solar energy

Currency propped up by reports saying govt may seek larger IMF package

Sign MoU to promote cooperation, sharing of expertise

Reaches 93% of total deposits as banks continue to lend freely to govt

Outgoing interim chief executive applauds election oversight, fiscal management

PC has not evolved with changing economic, constitutional terrains

Estimate shows zakat worth Rs2,743b, or 4% of GDP, can be collected annually

It will provide trigger for economic growth without any major investments

Some key members in finance, energy and IT must be retained for their good work

Internet blockages, disruptions in IT infrastructure can pose challenges for sector

Its spacecraft tips over shortly after touching down on lunar surface a day earlier

Warn imports can threaten viability of American car companies

Plans to ramp up shipments after thorough quality checks

KSE-100 index soars 2,943 points, or 4.9% WoW, closes at 62,816

Call for phased approach as abrupt enforcement raises concerns over trade, inflation

Amended policy guarantees 7-year protection for refineries upgrading plants

LSE report highlights urgent need for structural reforms, less dependency on imports, loans

Allows utilisation of proceeds kept abroad without central bank’s prior approval

Vows to enforce tax and prevent tax evasion from this sector

Outstanding dues up by 77% in seven months, complicating ties with Beijing

SBP deputy governor announces central bank’s new project to support small farmers

Stands at Rs279.36 to a dollar in inter-bank market

Tomato and diesel prices surge leading to 0.04% rise in SPI

Indications of healthy fuel demand, supply concerns could revive prices

KSE-100 index climbs 901.48 points, settles at 62,815.82

PIF governor highlights kingdom’s potential outside of the US

Pakistan exported yarn worth $696 million in 2023

Cost of doing business becomes unbearable due to high energy tariffs

Borrowing made for budget and balance of payments support, project financing

Partnership targets sustainable transportation solutions amid global oil price hikes

Caretaker minister unveils roadmap, initiatives to drive innovation and economic growth

Efforts to boost bilateral commerce hampered by operational and political barriers

KSE-100 index gains 355.19 points, settles at 61,914.34

Forex reserves drop by $44m to $8.01b on debt repayment

Says technocrat would struggle with IMF, conflict of interest and inflation crises

Inks agreement to export skilled workforce to kingdom’s construction sector

PM bans creating new positions, making any major purchases amid economic strain

Highlight importance of enhanced security measures to attract investment, restore confidence

Urges amendments to APTTA 2010 for better trade relations

KSE-100 index soars over 1000 points, settles at 61,559.15

Regains Rs0.07, reaches Rs279.50/$ at interbank market

Says increases from 18% to 25% could escalate car prices to over Rs4 million

Exports increased 7.89%, imports declined 14.11% during July-January (2023-24)

Officials say incumbent CEO did not meet eligibility criteria at time of appointment

Punjab governor says strict regulations carry risk of companies departing