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Experts urge increased bank financing, tech adoption to empower SMEs

Index goes up 573 points, aided by encouraging economic cues

Yellow metal jumps Rs500 to Rs282,900/tola; rupee gains 6 paisa, settles at 278.65/$

Market gains additional popularity due to launch of TRUMP, MELANIA cryptocurrencies hours before inauguration

Experts highlight significance of structural reforms, Chinese collaboration

Cabinet approves proposals for enhancing efficiency, easing workload.

Finance minister will take part in discussions on the growing burden of global debt on developing economies

The price of silver per tola decreased by Rs 9, bringing it down to Rs 3,372.

Relying on foreign assistance to escape quagmire is unlikely to succeed

Trump has soft corner about Chinese-owned app, will make decision in not too distant future

Cyberattacks become new normal to achieve social, political, geostrategic and economic goals

Country is leveraging its unique position to transform economy, governance and society

Developing countries argue that IMF serves as tool for advancing US economic, geopolitical agendas

Banks pull out of net-zero alliance to have flexibility to support pro-fossil fuel policies

Muhammad Aurangzeb described bond issuance as a key step in Pakistan’s broader economic strategy.

Calls for seed security, land reforms and sustainable agriculture

Promises to create crypto council, repeal SEC guidance SAB 121 and end Operation Choke Point 2.0

NUST representatives said of the total required funds for scholarships for the deserving students.

Yellen says treasury will begin using measures on Jan 21; urges Congress to raise or suspend debt limit

Industries minister advocates for R&D, reforms, SEZs, value addition to drive export growth, economic revival

Ogra reiterated its commitment to cracking down on unauthorised and illegal manufacturers.

Positive economic signals counter political noise as index adds 2,025 points

Trump has been critical of efforts by governments to prescribe climate-change policies.

Envoy urges Karachi businesses to explore direct imports, connect with Rwanda Development Board

Expo showcases value-added dairy products, research partnerships aim for sustainable development

Directs interior ministry to settle pending liabilities with telecom vendor

The price of silver per tola dropped by Rs24, bringing it to Rs3,381.

Cost-saving steps, new business plans aim to reduce losses, boost revenues

Despite challenges, IMF's revised projections show Pakistan's GDP growth at 4% by 2026.

Rates of tomatoes, potatoes and onions fall significantly in a week

Counsellor highlights potential for rice, textiles, cement, fruits in Maltese market

Despite connectivity challenges, IT sector achieves 15th consecutive month of growth, with exports up 15% YoY

NEPRA sets public hearing for Jan 30 to assess fuel price adjustment request

Three consecutive months of surplus driven by robust remittances

Index gets support from C/A surplus, lower PIB yields and fall in inflation

CM inaugurates expo, vows to address challenges via strategic partnerships

The high-level discussions revolved around unlocking new business opportunities and enhancing bilateral trade ties.

Global volatility drives yellow metal to Rs282,600/tola; rupee gains 15 paisa; REER rises to 103.7

The growth comes amid growing concerns over slowing internet speeds and government crackdowns on VPN usage.

KSE-100 index increase by 0.9% or 1,020.04 points.

Despite recovery in some sectors, challenges persist due to high energy costs

Rupee dips slightly vs dollar, shedding nine paisa; gold shines

KSE-100 index settles at 113,837 amid political noise, economic worries

Plans Health, Engineering and Mineral Show for trade promotion

Says collaborative initiatives by two sides can strengthen regional ties

Reaffirms commitment to reforms, maintaining trust of partners

Highlights acute water shortages exacerbating challenges for agriculture sector

Minister says targets must align with environmental priorities

Call for community-level adaptation strategies to mitigate impact of climate change on food independence

Reports that economic vision lacks sectoral strategy; urges coordinated reforms