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Withholding tax regime needs a drastic revamp
Poor consumers suffer as every businessperson adds WHT to his cost
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South Asia hostage to its own security paranoia
Security-centric foreign policies withhold potential of overcoming poverty
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Government uses GDP as a political tool
It should focus more on increasing the welfare of people through structural reforms
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Education and social safety nets: what budget numbers say
Factual analysis reveals pressure on the common man has only increased
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State funding can drive high-value entrepreneurship, innovation
Many start-ups may not achieve desired goals if they ignore new technologies
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Roads are crucial, but education needs to be prioritised along the way
Public investment in infrastructure is important, but sustainability comes through schools
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Weekly review: KSE-100 ends at its lowest level of 2017
Political uncertainty, international crude prices maintain pressure during outgoing week as index falls 5.4%
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Shahid Mehmood becomes new finance secretary
Still, govt has to fill about half a dozen important posts
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All trains to have a ‘new look’ in 2 years, says railways minister
Vows to upgrade passenger coaches and save ailing state-owned entity
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Textile millers now warn of protest in Islamabad as exports fall
Call for protecting industry from large-scale imports from India and China
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Punjab ups the ante on regulating ride-hailing apps
Provincial IT board takes charge of policy formulation which has been pending for long
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Mango exports expected to increase in 2017-18
Far East and European markets to become dominant buyers
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Tax exemption to $2.1b CPEC project still in limbo
Ministry withdraws summary, ECC lowers WHT on banking transactions for non-filers
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Top 25 places to work in 2017 — and what they have going for them
The top 25 include tech and consumer giants such as Amazon, Facebook, Unilever and Loreal among others
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FCCI to revamp its R&D cell
Department will provide technical support and guidance to industrial units
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Global players interested in LNG sector
Immense seeing immense business potential of the commodity in Pakistan
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HabibMetro Bank, 1Link sign deal
In an initiative to enhance financial penetration and broaden access to formal financial services in Pakistan
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Week-On-Week: SPI falls 0.33%
The SPI for the lowest income group decreased 0.17% compared to the previous week
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Amazon shakes up grocery aisles with $13.7b Whole Foods deal
This marks internet retailer's largest deal and biggest foray into brick-and-mortar retail sector
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Currency: Rupee remains stable against dollar
The currency market has fluctuated regularly in recent months
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Shaheen Air adds fifth Airbus A319
A319 is a short to medium range aircraft with a capacity of 150 passengers
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1.6m people book fresh currency notes through SMS service
Booking will be closed after hitting the limit, which is expected by June 20
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PM to visit Tajikistan for talks on energy, defence
He may attend CASA Summit during the trip that will take place next month
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Energy reforms: ADB, Pakistan ink $300m agreement
Programme envisages improving reliability, affordability and sustainability of energy sector
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Industry official urges effective export strategy
Blames load-shedding for declining trend of exports
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SECP allows brokers to fund share purchase
Regulator makes amendments to in-house financing regulations
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WB approves $223m with focus on banking services, Karachi
Aims to expand financial services in Pakistan, improve living conditions
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PIA slashes Eid fares by 25% on domestic routes
Spokesman says booking for such tickets has already started
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Market watch: Losing streak continues as KSE-100 falls to lowest in six months
Benchmark index dips 584.17 points to close at 46,858.56
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Doing business in Pakistan
The World Bank may have recognised Pakistan to be among 10 economies that have made improvements
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Exploring Options: Delegation to visit US business expo
The exhibition will allow Pakistani companies to explore different products
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Work on Right Bank Outfall Drain-II to start soon
Cost rises from Rs14b to Rs62b due to delay in release of funds
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Exporters call for payment of duty drawback claim
Their working capital has been stuck with FBR for past many years
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ABC concerned over lack of initiatives to broaden tax net
Says despite some favourable aspects, additional levies nullify all benefits
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Facilitating Tourists: PTDC to introduce new measures
Identified medical tourism, trekking and mountaineering expeditions as high potential areas
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Currency: Rupee remains stable against dollar
The currency market has fluctuated regularly in recent months
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SBP’s reserves fall 2.61%, amount to $15.3b
Net reserves held by banks amounted to $4,861.5 million
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PSO, Attock Petroleum: Joint venture builds fuel storage at new airport
It will supply fuel for Hajj and regular commercial flights
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LCCI fears ‘whistle-blower’ rules will spoil business climate
Asks govt to hold consultation before implementing the regulations
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PM directs probe into change in status of power plant
Govt’s liability will increase as Fatima Energy is converted from a captive power plant to an IPP
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Consumers suffer as misuse of govt subsidy goes unchecked
USC staff often has a role in pocketing subsidy and fleecing consumers
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ADB approves $300m for power sector reforms
Loan will provide support for the sliding forex reserves over the short term
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Market watch: Amid JIT proceedings, KSE-100 index ends another session in red
Benchmark index dips 165.91 points to close at 47,442.73
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Turkey is now offering complimentary seven-day transit visas to Pakistanis
Applicants must have valid visas for their final destination
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Careem closes $500m Series-E funding led by Diamler, Saudi prince
Dubai-based ride hailing service is valued at $1billion
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Govt coins new term for public debt
Change in definition will wipe Rs2 trillion off government’s books
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Monetary and Fiscal Policies Coordination Board: No meeting convened despite worry over external accounts
SBP Act 1956 binds ministry to hold meeting every quarter, last one was held in Sept 2016
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Ensuring Coordination: SBP, CCP sign MoU
Agreed to share information based on research conducted on different industries of Pakistan
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Currency: Rupee strengthens against dollar
The currency market has fluctuated regularly in recent months
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Pakistani Mango: ‘Exports rise as standards maintained’
Qgriculture department was also conveying modern technology to farmers

















































