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Conflicting orders, controversial appointments, misuse of power stall cotton progress

PAEC aims to achieve UN's SDGs by ensuring access to affordable, sustainable and modern energy

Telecom industry urges reforms to bridge digital divide at DFDI forum

War fears, policy rate uncertainty trigger massive sell-off at PSX

Analysts say gold remains range-bound due to conflicting forces in play.

Contractors of Parliament cafeteria, govt departments fail to pay minimum wage, FinMin promises to take action

Govt reports 27% export growth, $700m in new pledges; Kaspersky warns about AI-generated passwords

The revised prices reflect a decrease in both producer and consumer rates for the coming month.

The development came during a meeting of the National Assembly’s Standing Committee on Finance on Wednesday.

The price of gold per 10 grams decreased by Rs 2,915, reaching Rs 296,467.

Officials said macro indicators show signs of stability as budget planning for FY26 gets underway

Heightened tensions between Pakistan and India after the Pahalgam attack have weighed on the stock market.

Senior officials of a poultry association were also implicated in the price manipulation scheme.

Consumers brace for higher bills in May as costly fuel usage offsets quarterly relief

Trump's move follows warnings 25% import tariffs on auto parts can inflate consumer prices, disrupt production, jobs

.As diesel impacts inflation, the stable pricing offers some relief

New mission to arrive on May 14, approve next fiscal year's budget

Solar's share in power generation was 14.3% in 2024, nearly double China's 8.4%

KSE-100 rebounds 808 points amid strong earnings, investor optimism

Secures $700m investment on first day as over 30 ministers, 75 global investors, and 100 Pakistani tech firms unite

OICCI urges broader tax base, lower corporate rates, and end to super tax in budget 2025-26 proposals

Aleem Khan stresses relaxed visa conditions as 13th IGC concludes with agreements on trade, transport, culture

Some caution that fading base effects, rising imports may push inflation up, pressure current account, rupee

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The price of gold per tola surged by Rs2,100 to reach Rs349,200, mirroring trends in the international market.

All commercial banks and financial institutions will remain closed on Thursday, in observance of Labour Day.

Amid 25% hike in power bills, Pakistanis rush to adopt solar energy as a cost-saving alternative.

Exceeds last year's Rs368 billion, with retailers contributing only Rs26 billion

Production is expected to begin approximately three years after financial closure.

The price of 10 grams of gold increased

Trump’s administration imposing tariffs of 10% on US imports, 145% tariff on Chinese goods sends market shockwaves

Soft image strategy will include awareness campaigns for local communities hosting Chinese nationals

IMC reports 57% growth in CKD sales as consumer demand rises

Geopolitical uncertainty rattles investor confidence, triggers volatile session, sharp sell-offs

Tanveer hails export as landmark; calls it boost for agri innovation, economic growth

Invites Pakistani businessmen to participate in 'Invest in Ethiopia 2025'

Discusses economic progress and stabilisation

Falls Rs1900 as US-China tensions ease; rupee down by 10 paisas to 281.07/$

Industry leaders call for policy support, localisation; bus service to convert entire fleet to electric in 2 years

SBP flags structural weaknesses curbing growth despite macroeconomic gains

On April 15, govt kept petrol, diesel prices stable but increased petroleum levy instead of providing relief to public

The price for 10 grams of gold declined by Rs1,368

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Despite being tax compliant, this segment faces high taxes, erosion of benefits

Without embracing industrialisation, diversification and strong institutions, we risk permanent fragility

Stabilisation measures are taken to control excess demand mainly through high policy rate, austerity drive

External shocks coupled with domestic constraints such as weak private confidence weigh heavily on economic recovery

To counter challenges, Islamabad and Beijing must fast-track investment in CPEC

'Trump card' fading after weeks of tough posturing when levies went above 145%

Indian goods transiting through Pakistan to Afghanistan estimated at about $640 million annually