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Gold soars to record highs of Rs348,000/tola
Domestic prices soar by Rs8,600 per tola; rupee posts slight gain as SBP raises Rs1.2tr via auctions
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Oil rises $1 on new US sanctions
The action comes as the US government has relaunched negotiations with Iran over its nuclear programme this month.
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PIA privatisation delayed again
Despite IMF commitment, govt unlikely to meet Rs30b privatisation target
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Dubai gold rate hits record high amid global price surge
The last time Dubai rate saw this level of volatility was earlier this month, when it crossed Dh350 for the first time
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Govt to provide relief to salaried class in upcoming budget
The government is considering tax relief measures aimed at easing the burden on salaried class.
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Gold prices reach new peak in Pakistan
A new peak highlights gold’s enduring value during times of financial and economic instability.
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Wittner, iconic Australian fashion brand, goes into administration
100-year old Wittner has entered administration after rising cost and falling sales, seeking sale or recapitalisation.
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Govt scraps 3% FED on property sale
Move comes after real-estate sector backlash; broader relief ahead of budget
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Scrapped wheat price triggers alarm
Farmers lament decades-old price policy shift tied to IMF conditions
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Petrol price to remain unchanged for next 15 days
Petrol will remain at Rs254.63 per litre while high-speed diesel will continue to be sold at Rs258.64 per litre.
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Industry backs early approval of solar projects
NEPRA conducts hearing on KE's two clean energy projects in Sindh
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Pakistan mulls 'US oil imports'
Trump has imposed a 10% baseline tariff on all imports to the US and higher duties on dozens of other countries.
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Consumers to see Rs51.5b power tariff relief
NEPRA to hold hearing on April 29; reduction of Rs0.0309/kWh for March
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US tariffs weigh on oil economies
Pakistan, among oil importers, set to see some benefits from lower crude prices
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Gold edges up amid quiet market
Price rises to Rs339,400/tola while rupee closes at 280.57/$, marking increase of 3 paisas
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Bourse extends gains on rating upgrade
KSE-100 index rises 385 points, aided by record remittances and easing inflation
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Fitch upgrades Pakistan’s credit rating from CCC+ to B-
This marks Pakistan’s first upgrade in nearly six years.
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Gold price continues to climb in global and local markets
The price of silver per tola stands at Rs3,397.
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Rs750 prize bond draw April 2025 results – complete winners list
The National Savings Division conducted the balloting for the Rs750 prize bond on April 15, 2025 in Peshawar.
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'Trade tensions can lead to market crash'
IMF urges institutions to hold enough funds to deal with losses
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PSX soars as remittances lift confidence
KSE-100 gains 1,537 points in earnings season amid easing trade tensions
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Ahsan Iqbal urges export-driven growth
Planning minister warns short-term economic fixes risk boom-and-bust cycles during visit to KCCI
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Kazakhstan eyes regional maritime ties
Maritime minister, Kazakh envoy discuss JVs, regional integration via Pakistan's maritime infrastructure
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'Tap into Central Asia for growth'
Experts urge JVs, direct flights to unlock vast regional trade, tourism potential
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FinMin stresses export, investment-led growth
Says economic stability should be viewed as foundation, not final destination
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SIFC steps in to help reach payment settlement
NHA agrees to pay Rs1.29b to motorway contractor from road maintenance account
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Gold market shows signs of softening
Prices drop Rs1,800 per tola as global market dynamics shift while rupee loses 13 paisas settling at Rs280.60/$
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RLNG prices revised
The distribution price has been revised to $13.4789 per mmBtu from $12.9499
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Remittances hit record $4.1b
Eid, migration bring in billions; SBP chief urges growth via exports
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Gold prices drop in Pakistan after reaching record high
The price of silver remained unchanged.
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Government increases vehicle transfer fees, including for EVs
Pakistan raises vehicle transfer fees; electric cars now included in new fee structure.
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Pakistan's remittances reach all-time high of $4.1b in March 2025
Saudi Arabia and UAE lead remittance sources, followed by the UK and US.
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Mantra crypto crash: OM token plunges 90%, crashes from $6 to $0.37 in hours
Liquidity shock wiped billions as project scrambles for answers
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Islamabad increases vehicle transfer fees
Fee for transferring ownership of cars up to 1,000cc has been raised from Rs1,200 to Rs2,750.
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CPEC cooperation at the crossroads
As global tensions rise, Pakistan must adopt a Pakistan-centric policy and guard project from threats
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Does Trump's trade war have a silver lining?
As the WTO order falters, Pakistan must rethink its industrial policy and embrace protective tariffs
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Dominating the textile trade
With new tariffs, Pakistan must seize moment with strategic game-theoretic response
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Developing new industrial policy framework
Country cannot be successful if it remains stuck with directing public resources to certain sectors
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Strategic realignment: mitigating fallout of tariffs on exports
By aligning policies with global standards, Pakistan can emerge with more diversified trade foundation
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Is economy going to reset or relapse?
As global models shift, Pakistan must go for domestic-driven economic revival
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M-12 motorway cost swells six times to Rs71b
Cost escalation triggered by delay in land purchase and high inflation
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PSX sheds nearly 4,000 points
Benchmark KSE-100 index posts 3.3% loss as global tariff war roils markets
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Samsung's reliance on Hanoi to backfire
Phone maker will be primary victim if higher US tariffs take effect in July
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Euro emerges as surprise winner in tariff war
Hits three-year high, biggest one-day jump in nine years; European investors leaving US assets can fuel more gains
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Pakistan, Uzbekistan deepen tourism ties
Both countries pledge joint cultural festivals, direct flights, and tour operator partnerships
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Govt plans firewall against agency harassment
SAPM unveils industrial reforms, urges protection for legitimate businesses, and outlines new policies