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Pakistan, IMF agree on tariff cuts
Average tariffs to drop 43% over five years, opening economy to competition
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CEOs for scrapping carbon price system
System aims to reduce pollution by giving financial incentive to heavy industry
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PSX climbs 2.5% in historical bullish run
IMF review fuels optimism as KSE-100 surpasses 119,000 mark
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Europe questions Fed's dollar support
Officials hold meetings to explore alternatives to Fed's dollar backstops as trust in US govt shakes
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IMF to consider $20b Argentina deal
Discussion includes four-year EFF of about 15 billion Special Drawing Rights
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Reforms sought to save textile sector
Falling cotton yields, rising imports threaten stability; $5b import bill likely
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Musadik Malik urges unified global action
World Water Day, observed annually on March 22, raises awareness of the global water crisis
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Canada aims for free internal trade to offset tariffs
PM vows to eliminate internal trade barriers by July 1; including removing labour mobility restrictions
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'Pakistan's agri-tax among highest in region'
Small farmers are particularly vulnerable, with the risk of higher product prices and inflation.
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Customs seizes Indian-origin highly addictive drug
Thwarts bid to smuggle Tramadol tablets to Sierra Leone under guise of towel export
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Gold prices drop for second consecutive day in global, local markets
The price of silver stood unchanged at Rs. 3,475 per tola and Rs. 2,979 per 10 grams
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PM seeks report on customs scam
PMIC begins work; PSW says GD manipulation pre-dates Single Window
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Crypto Council key to Pakistan’s digital future: FM Aurangzeb
Finance minister reaffirms government’s commitment to fostering a transparent and future-ready financial ecosystem.
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SBP injects Rs2.1tr via OMOs
After record high, gold dips by Rs2,000 while rupee drops 3 paisa
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Atlas Honda plans to launch electric bike by June
Company's entry can be game changer for electric two-wheeler market
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Scientists advocate urgent oil palm cultivation
Stress plantation will attract investment of millions, reduce edible oil imports
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PSX snaps six-day winning streak
KSE-100 drops 328 points as NSS rate hikes weigh on stocks
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Startups explore cybersecurity at NIC
Experts stress need for security as risks threaten businesses, govt websites
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Govt invites investors to minerals forum 2025
PMIF25, scheduled for April 8-9, to showcase country's vast mineral wealth
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Refineries for prioritising local production
Say high imports pose risks to energy supply, may cause disastrous consequences
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Govt, World Bank discuss power project
Success of Matiari-Moro-Rahim Yar Khan line depends on 'right of way'
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Weekly inflation eases 0.35%
SPI drops 1.20% compared to last year, driven by relief in food prices
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SBP to remain closed for three days on Eid
State Bank of Pakistan will remain closed from March 31 to April 2, 2025 (Monday to Wednesday), it said in a statement
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Gold prices drop in Pakistan after reaching record high
International trends trigger Rs2,000 drop per tola in local market
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ECC clears Rs2b grant to resolve media advertisement dues
In addition to the media-related grant, the ECC approved a TSG of Rs430 million for the Ministry of Defence
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'No hurdles in IMF agreement'
PAC uncovers controversial policy granting powers to FinMin
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PSX rally ends with KSE-100 Index dropping by 327.60 points
PSX saw a slight dip with KSE-100 down by 0.28%.
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6,000 Utility Stores workers to be laid off
USC privatisation delayed until audit completion in August, says Managing Director Utility Stores Corporation.
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SBP reserves rise $49m
Gold hits new record at Rs320,800/tola; savings scheme rates also go up
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Boxing receives official IOC thumbs-up for LA Games
Ex-Olympic champions welcome the green light for sport's inclusion in 2028
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Global debt at $100tr as interest costs soar
OECD says interest payments by govts higher than defence spending
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Fed's approach gives respite for tariff-hit investors
Wall Street gains as central bank holds rates steady acknowledging economic uncertainty
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Precious gems sparkle at Jewellery Fair in Beijing
Expo attracts more than 1,000 jewellers, provides opportunities for business growth
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Traders decry illegal parking fees
HCSTSI urges govt to enforce ban, establish legal parking plazas
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PSX hits new peak on IMF deal talk
KSE-100 index surges 796 points amid several positive economic triggers
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Economists call out hidden cost of lower interest rates
Warn of widening inequality, social marginalisation; call for balanced, protective rate
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Businessmen slam 'arbitrary actions'
He pointed out that the KCCI had taken historic initiatives to facilitate trade
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Oil rises after US sanctions Iran
Iran produces more than 3 million barrels per day of crude oil.
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Pakistan to formalise cryptocurrency, roll out regulatory framework
Bilal bin Saqib shares the country's crypto vision in an interview with Bloomberg TV.
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Gold hits all-time high: A list of the top countries with the largest reserves
The US holds the largest gold reserves in the world, followed by Germany and the International Monetary Fund.
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Gold prices skyrocket as global, local markets hit new peaks
Meanwhile, silver prices experienced a decline. The price of one tola of silver dropped by Rs31, settling at Rs3,524
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PSX reaches record high as index crosses 119,000 points for the first time
PSX sees continued surge with KSE-100 Index up 0.58% or 689.71 points during intra-day trading.
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SECP seeks feedback on issuance of capital
Proposes policy framework for firms floating shares with varied rights
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Govt revises profit rates on national savings schemes
Central Directorate of National Savings implemented changes following SBP decision to maintain policy rate at 12%
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Govt sets sugar price at Rs164/kg
Decision benefits millers, raises concerns amid rising local and export revenues
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Led by local institutions, PSX soars to record
Index rises 973 points as optimism grows about debt settlement, IMF review
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Gold rush continues, hits Rs319,000
Surges by Rs1,650; SBP raises Rs1.3tr as rupee gains 6 paisa to 280.21/$
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Sindh farmers stage rally against new canals
Urge federal govt to immediately halt execution of projects on Indus River
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EU envoy calls on commerce minister
Discusses business forum slated for May that will focus on partnerships in key sectors
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Dairy industry takes up 18% GST issue
One of the key topics of discussion was the impact of 18% general sales tax (GST) on packaged milk.