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Aurangzeb invites Japan to invest in key sectors
Reaffirms commitment to reforms, maintaining trust of partners
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PM aide calls for urgent climate risk management
Highlights acute water shortages exacerbating challenges for agriculture sector
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Call to timely develop, implement EV policy
Minister says targets must align with environmental priorities
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Experts for public-private role in food security
Call for community-level adaptation strategies to mitigate impact of climate change on food independence
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World Bank flags flaw in Uraan plan
Reports that economic vision lacks sectoral strategy; urges coordinated reforms
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Govt increases petrol, diesel prices in latest review
Price of petrol increased by Rs3.47, HSD by Rs2.61 per litre effective from midnight for next fortnight.
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World Bank approves $20 billion loan
Political divide, security have to be addressed to implement framework
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Gold prices continue upward trend in global and local markets
The price of silver per tola increased by Rs 83, reaching Rs 3433.
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Ideas invests in modern retail practices
Set to open 'experience store' showcasing locally sourced, high-quality products
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PSX faces consolidation as index declines
Investors exercise caution amid volatility ahead of policy rate decision
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Exhibitors lead with AI, recycled materials
Pakistani home textiles shine due to eco-friendly innovations, may get big orders at Heimtextil
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SBP raises nearly Rs385b at PIB auction
Exceeds target of Rs350b; gold rises to Rs280,800/tola while rupee drops 5 paisa against dollar
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'Women in agriculture need support'
Speakers at conference call for wage equality, land rights and vocational training
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KE consumers to get tariff relief of Rs4.98/unit
NEPRA conducts hearing on fuel cost adjustment that will provide Rs7.17b relief
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KCCI slams power utility over loadshedding woes
KCCI President criticizes K-Electric for loadshedding, urging federal intervention to ensure relief.
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Iqbal proposes export window
Planning minister insists such facility will make Uraan Pakistan successful
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PM approves new power system for SEZs
Industrial estates to gain direct electricity provision eliminating intervention by power companies
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US inflation hits 2.9% in December, increasing pressure on Fed to pause rate cuts
The US central bank has cut rates by a full percentage point since September as it looks to bolster the labour market.
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Rs750 prize bond draw winners for January 2025 announced
Prize bonds are a popular investment scheme in Pakistan
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Inflation drops to 3% following economic reforms: Aurangzeb
The finance minister anticipates the initial issuance of Panda Bonds by the end of this fiscal year.
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Workforce exports drive economy
Experts are divided as 2024 sees brain drain of 727,381 but remittances hit $34.6b
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Gold prices fall, rupee devalues
Bullion down by Rs1,400/tola on US inflation talk; rupee at 278.72/$, losing 4 paisa
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Petrol price may be raised by Rs3.5 per litre
In line with global hike, diesel rate could go up by Rs2.29 per litre
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Saudi firm Manara may invest in Reko Diq mine
Saudi Arabia's Manara Minerals May Invest in Pakistan's Reko Diq Mine Soon
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Panda bonds to be issued by June: FinMin
Aims to raise $200m to $250m, turn Pakistan into export hub with help of CPEC
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Entrepreneurs get financial skills training
Record-keeping helps build robust foundation in competitive environment
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Bourse averts selling pressure, gains 574 points
Easing political noise, rising global crude prices spark buying interest
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US remains top export destination for Pakistan, while exports to China dip
Exports to European countries also saw notable increase, growing by 8.62% in the first five months of the fiscal year.
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Car sales surge by 51% in H1FY2025
Industry sees slight recovery boosted by remittances, lower interest rates; farm tractors see decline
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EV sales tax removal proposed
Commerce ministry also recommends lifting cap on batteries for electric cars
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Pakistan fourth largest exhibitor at Heimtextil
275 participants showcase textile prowess, hope to capture more market share
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Nestle, Unilever, PIA among 'World's Happiest Workplaces' for 2025
The list, which was released on Tuesday, ranks organizations based on employee engagement and happiness.
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UAE signs trade agreements with Malaysia, Kenya, New Zealand to boost post-oil economy
Since 2021, the UAE has signed several agreements to reduce fossil fuel dependence and boost long-term economic growth
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Pakistan, Saudi Arabia in talks over copper, gold mines investment
The talks focus on Reko Diq, one of the world’s largest underdeveloped copper, gold mines, located in Balochistan.
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Gold deposits worth Rs800b found in Attock
Former Punjab minister confirms the discovery has been validated by the Geological Survey of Pakistan.
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Gold prices continue to decline for second consecutive day
In the international market, gold prices slipped by $14 per ounce, settling at $2,661
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World Bank proposes debt management reform
Set to approve 10-year Country Partnership Programme today, with estimated funding of $20b
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Petrol price expected to increase in upcoming review
Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif will give the final approval for the new rates.
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Currency exchange rate: Saudi Riyal to PKR for January 14, 2025
Saudi Riyal shows slight dip today, with buying at Rs74.00.
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Salaried class becomes Pakistan's third largest tax contributor
FBR collected Rs368 billion in taxes from salaried individuals, an increase of Rs103.74 billion compared to last year
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Fresh value hunting propels stocks higher
KSE-100 index gains 983 points on hopes of robust results, rate cut
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SME authority plans to further develop portal
Inks deal with PITB for addition of advanced features, mobile app
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SBP commits to enhancing financial inclusion
Governor underlines collaboration with domestic, global stakeholders to meet goals
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Azerbaijan asks rice traders to utilise duty-free status
Envoy seeks to enhance trade, investment and B2B ties
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New alliance forged with Dhaka
FPCCI signs MoU with Bangladeshi counterpart to establish business council
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Oil hits 4-month peak amid disruption fears
Oil prices rise 2% to a four-month high on US sanctions.
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Russia says new sanctionswill destabilise markets
Pledges to monitor market operations to minimise any destabilising effects
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Gold ends five-session rally
Rupee drops 10 paisa to Rs278.68/$; rising bond yields globally dampen investor interest in gold
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New food safety authority planned
Govt okays draft bill for regulatory body after interception of rice exports by EU
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Pakistan, Bangladesh to establish joint business council
The agreement follows years of complex relations, with both nations once united as East and West Pakistan.