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Licence binds company to improve consumer protection, helpline services

Optimistic mood among investors, positive signs on supply and demand lend support

Benchmark KSE-100 index advances 169.92 points to settle at 46,091.96

The move comes as Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi is promoting the production and use of electric vehicles

The rupee strengthened against the US dollar at Rs160.37 in the inter-bank market

Increase in global coal and scrap prices puts pressure on local rates

Says this industry can boost Pakistan’s export revenue by $5 billion

Chinese official meets Pakistani delegation to discuss bilateral trade and investment

Minister stresses country’s future depends on fintech ecosystem

Sector registers cumulative growth of 7.4% in July-November of FY21

Levy on cigarettes and sugary drinks had been approved by cabinet in 2019

Licences allow companies to utilise idle capacity of LNG terminal

Govt had formed committee to register fish processing plants to improve exports

Govt unable to resolve issues of tax exemption, debt financing over past two years

Benchmark index gains 316.62 points to settle at 45,922.04

Saudi Arabia supply cut is part of OPEC-led deal in which most producers will hold output steady

Reports suggest changes being made in MoU to favour power producers

Automakers sold 13,870 units in month vs 12,069 units in Dec 2019

Tariff goes up under fuel charges adjustment for Oct, Nov 2020

Regulator decides to set up high-powered committee to find out reasons

Say despite capacity it did not increase fuel imports to bridge shortfall

Gap widens in Jul-Nov FY21 because of spike in debt servicing

Khan assured the delegation of complete cooperation from the government to enhance the capacity of leather industry

Association warns of shortage of chicken meat, eggs

Envoy says technology transfer, easy access to American markets a must to boost trade

Finance secretary praised coordinated efforts of provincial governments

PBS report notes 80% of people associated with construction industry were affected by pandemic

Benchmark index loses 0.11% to settle at 45,605.42

Recovery in oil demand is stalling in Europe due to prolonged movement restrictions

Digital payment system is a major step towards utilising country’s full potential, says Imran Khan

Reza Baqir optimistic about economic outlook despite Covid-19 induced fallout

Product and capacity upgrade is essential for boosting exports in long run

In most countries, coal production may be phased out by 2050

Bitcoin has tripled its value to $40,000 in a span of just a few months

Despite significance of agri sector, it couldn’t grow to the required extent

Country has never experienced sustainable economic growth even for a decade

World’s largest planemaker posts stronger-than-expected deliveries of 566 jets in 2020

SMEDA CEO reveals new SME policy ready but requires suggestions from private sector

Index finishes over 2.5-year high as investors’ sentiment remain buoyant

Cites increase credit exposure risks for raise

Cabinet Division to seek clearance of shortlisted candidates from intelligence agencies

Envoy identifies agriculture, tourism, mining as potential areas for bilateral cooperation

Officials say Engineering Development Board lacks expertise to manage EVs

Official says there is need to boost financing to sectors vital to economy

Over five dozen govt organisations, labour unions threaten indefinite strike

Move comes in addition to two special security divisions already set up by military for CPEC

Country buckles under onslaught of Covid-19 infections

Severe restrictions have been imposed across Europe to contain surge in coronavirus

Riyadh keen to boost trade, investment cooperation with Islamabad

Exporters unable to send containers to port due to lack of transport vehicles