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Move will resolve dispute between distribution firms and FBR

The rupee strengthened against the US dollar at Rs201.52

He shared that Pakistan is aiming at taking the existing bilateral relations to next level especially in economic area

Benchmark KSE-100 index sheds 15.25 points to settle at 41,553.16

Currency stabilises after hitting record low a day earlier

Global lender says subsidies encourage more energy consumption and feed price hike

58% of the budget to be spent only on debt servicing and defence

Industry attributes decline to rupee fall, high energy costs

World Bank President David Malpass said global growth could fall to 2.1% in 2022

At present, women’s participation in Pakistan’s economy stands at 21%

Will boost socio-economic development in Gwadar Port region

Insists if govt allows LNG import, it will provide significantly cheaper fuel

SBP deputy governor expects currency to stabilise after IMF agreement

Textile industry presses govt to immediately restore gas supply to captive power plants

Govt planning to levy 1% tax on overseas payments via credit, debit cards

Grants operator licence to CPPA-G that will promote competition in power market

Regulator will hold public hearing on fuel cost adjustment next week

Forum expresses interest in furthering investment in traditional, non-traditional sectors

Punjab CM aide assures businessmen of resolving issues

Apparently, govt prefers electoral priorities over fiscal prudence

Saudi Arabia raised price for Arab Light crude supply to Asia buyers

Such wheat seeds can be grown on less fertile land, in arid areas

Seeks tax concessions, assistance in capacity development

Insists there should be no duties, tax on primary food

Also mulling increasing additional tax on profits from lending to govt

Talk of freezing foreign currency accounts creates uncertainty in market

Upcoming meeting to discuss, green-light proposals for fixing electricity issues

Fear crisis in export-focused industries, worsening of trade deficit

Saudi Arabia raised price for Arab Light crude supply to Asia buyers

IMF’s preconditions require continuous belt-tightening, starting with budget

Benchmark KSE-100 index adds 262.33 points to settle at 41,577.21

Jakarta paying special attention to edible oil needs of Pakistan

Sound economic policies result from conscious process of dialogue, analysis

Changing weather has hit wheat and mango production this year

Delay in acceptance of IMF conditions increases economic uncertainty

Insist govt can save $200m per month by raising credit limit for crude oil imports

APCC sets 11.5% inflation target, expects economic growth to slow down to 5%

Almost 100,000 people were employed at Tesla and its subsidiaries at end of 2021

Denounces govt for taking easiest path through fuel and electricity price hikes

Strong inflation may bolster case for more aggressive monetary tightening

Increase in T-bill yields, surge in oil and electricity prices dent investor interest

Canada’s largest carrier is seeking to augment its presence in the region to meet high demand

The programme was shelved five months later as the pandemic surged

Lahore Chamber sees huge potential for export of rice, fresh fruits

Chairing a session on energy conservation measures to resolve the current energy crisis

Say it is imperative to boost regional trade, enhance exports

Senator says Pakistan’s dependence on imported gas making situation worse

Points out climate change risks will create food and energy security issues

Signals it will take two years before launching new aircraft programme

Support also comes from rising demand as China eases Covid restrictions