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Inflation drops to 0.7% in March, lowest in three decades
This marks a sharp deceleration compared to February's 1.5%
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Markets react to Trump's tariffs; stocks, currencies slide, gold and commodity prices soar
Trump’s 10% tariffs and higher levies on trading partners cause global market turmoil and currency declines.
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Tesla sales slump as pressure piles on Musk
Musk's electric vehicle company delivered 336,681 autos globally in the first three months of 2025
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Uzbekistan, EU aim to boost trade ties
Central Asian nation's trade with Europe surges 2.4 times in 7 years, reaching $6.4b
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Fisheries sector: A wasted resource for poultry feed
Despite vast coastline, mismanagement and lack of investment keep fish meal from becoming sustainable alternative
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Minister proposes 'economic long march' to achieve goals
Ahsan Iqbal outlined key elements of 5Es framework under the Uraan Pakistan initiative.
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China seeks greater economic integration
While obstacles persist, collaboration suggests Beijing's role as regional trade leader will expand
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Coal imports hit three-year low
Top coal importers cut purchases; Pakistan defies trend
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New tariffs to escalate trade war
Duties to take effect immediately; stack on top of tariffs on cars, metals, Chinese goods
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'Turn crop waste into SAF'
Experts call for strategy focused on FDI, development, infrastructure, and R&D
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Gold price hits new record high
The precious metal has gained approximately 15% since US President Donald Trump assumed office on January 20.
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Pakistan's late crypto move
As country embraces cryptocurrency, is it an independent decision or part of larger global shift?
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Pakistan's economic dilemma
Balancing formal sector growth, luxury consumption in a dualistic economy
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The bitter cost of sweetness
Protectionist policies in sugar industry draining resources, distorting markets
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Forests key to food security, environment
Preserving and expanding forests is crucial for sustainable future
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Industrial journey: lost potential and lessons for future
Organic entrepreneurship stifled by state intervention and crony capitalism
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Economy needs trade, not just taxes
IMF-backed policies focus on tax revenue; Pakistan risks prolonged stagnation
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World Bank gives $300m to improve air quality
Funding will help Punjab replace fossil fuel-driven vehicles, reduce straw burning
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Call to curb pollution in textile sector
Minister stresses nationwide action plan for waste management
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Wall Street tumbles over inflation fears
Sell-offs in tech giants reflect investor unease, caused by Trump's tariff policies
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Pakistan, China adopt novel approach to grow flowers
New techniques can be applied to cotton, wheat and rice crops to increase output
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Trump says willing to make deals on tariffs
Automakers warn new 25% tariffs on imported vehicles will hurt US consumers
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Lignik: a solution to housing issue
Energy scientist invents tech for environment-friendly, cost-effective houses
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Moot highlights engineers' role in development
PEC is actively working to align Pakistan's engineering sector with global standards.
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Despite holidays, gold's record rally continues
Safe-haven asset hits Rs325,000 per tola as global prices surge
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Musk's AI firm buys X valuing at $33b
The deal could also help xAI's ability to train its chatbot known as Grok.
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Low cotton, maize output a setback
Agri-growth dips to 1.1% in 2QFY25 in sharp contrast to robust FY24 recovery
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Gold prices hit all-time record highs in local and global markets
The price of silver in the country decreased by Rs 30 per tola.
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Sindh objects to motorway construction in Punjab
Says despite being top priority, Sukkur-Hyderabad motorway ignored
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Tax shortfall widens to Rs725b
Despite slowing release of refunds, FBR fails to meet nine-month revenue target
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Short-term inflation drops 0.15%
Prices of essential commodities show mixed trends; yearly SPI falls 1.26%
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SMEs face e-commerce bottlenecks
Path to success far from smooth, hindered by internet, payment and trust issues
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PSX down 0.5% WoW amid volatility
Index plunges 2,003 points before rebounding, rises 4% in March
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Pakistan to leverage Danish mining technology
FLSmidth company will launch training programme for Pakistani engineers
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Gold hits peak as US tariff looms
Price climbs to Rs323,380/tola following global surge; rupee gains 6 paisa
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Shift towards electronic payments increases
Mobile apps, internet banking drive 12% growth in value of retail transactions
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Govt announces petrol price cut by Rs1 per litre
As per the notification, the revised prices will take effect from March 29.
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Gold reaches record high in local and international markets
International gold prices also saw an increase on Friday, which was mirrored in the local market.
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IMF allows Rs1/unit cut in power tariff
Suggests using gas levy revenues to cut electricity prices, industries take govt to court protesting higher costs
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Pakistan secures $1.3b in climate financing from IMF
International Monetary Fund (IMF) Director of Communications Julie Kozack
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UAE launches new Dirham symbol reflecting national identity
Symbol draws inspiration from the UAE’s flag and will be used for both physical and digital forms of the Dirham.
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Auto stocks slide as tariffs send 'fatal signal'
Trade war fears intensify as Trump imposes 25% tax on vehicles not built in US
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Stocks end flat ahead of prolonged holidays
KSE-100 index creeps up 34 points amid investor caution
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Fake company evades millions in taxes
Customs initiates legal proceedings against suspicious activities
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Deregulation boosts pharma profits by 210% YoY
Sector witnesses Rs13.5b, a 3.1 times growth as price caps ease, sales volumes rise
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Telecom fund utilisation stalls
Industry claims no internet project has begun in remote areas in past two years
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Oil hits 1-month high as investors weigh risks
On Wednesday, oil prices rose about 1% to their highest since February.
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PSX joins hands with Dhaka, Colombo exchanges
Bourses sign MoU for market development, tech exchange