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KSE 100-share Index falls 84.28 points to end at 48,605.14

Chinese companies and their partners are expected to spend around $15 billion over the next 15 years

Tax refund claims of exports made one year ago still not cleared

Govt plans to set up mobile power plants to bridge shortfall, pacify consumers

Annual inflation rate measured by CPI comes in at 4.8% in April

The project will cost $34.89 million and its expected commercial operation date is September 30, 2018

Report says SMEDA helps mobilise Rs1.25b investment in varying sectors

Expo will feature products from a plethora of industries

Industry closes April with an inventory of 1.46m tons in hand

Pakistan Railways undergoing a drastic change and revenue of the department has also increased

Says country facing new challenges in education sector, more resources required.

The meeting’s theme is “Building Together the Prosperity of Asia”

The currency market has fluctuated regularly in recent months

Benchmark index falls 1.24% to end at 48,689.42 points

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Industry official blames unregulated loose milk as real threat

'Delay in implementation of the Rs180 billion package would damage the export sector'

Feasibility studies for five power projects under CPEC done

West African country offers many business opportunities

CAA argues court has allowed SAI to continue flying only till the next hearing

IWCCI president says they will learn about modern skills and new trends

Despite growth in borrowing, textile exports continue to decline

Rabia Z aims to benefit from the growing apparel consumer market

Cabinet suggested that one-window facility should be launched for home developers.

Statistics indicate the country is experiencing rising demand for consumer durables

Anti-competitive practices may reduce consumer welfare, disrupt consumption patterns

Sindh calls for creation of a permanent secretariat of CCI to ensure provincial complaints are addressed

Rich countries are facing a rapid rise in aging population, slow labour force growth

Trump’s tax policy in the context of private businesses warrants serious attention

Finance minister says government will give subsidy to maintain prices

Envoy describes businessmen’s reservations about CPEC as speculation

KSE-100 falls 0.8% week-on-week to close at 49,301

Livestock accounts for around 12% for the Gross Domestic Product

Forum president says consultation with business community imperative for economic growth

Payments will go to AJK, K-Electric, industrial and FATA consumers

Says overnight rule change would sow confusion

US president signs executive order to boost domestic production

Journey is the latest effort in China’s drive to strengthen trade links with Western Europe

Darson will be the manufacturing hub, while Messrs Butsch will act as holding, distribution and customer services

Oil companies have ramped up investment in key US shale regions

To ensure supply of 100% certified seeds to farmers during the current Kharif season

Finance minister believes country’s GDP is understated by 25%, wants accurate study of economic output

Light diesel, kerosene to be dearer by Rs10 & Rs15 per litre, respectively

WAPDA says costly loan may lead to higher power tariff

Agrees on draft of tripartite power purchase deal to meet ADB credit condition

Decision expected to be unveiled today as summary sent to PM

Signs MoUs for businesses to get listed at the stock exchange

Marked a somber start to the presidency of Donald Trump, who hits his first 100 days on Saturday

Business community says e-commerce segment cannot progress without these players

Better security, rising incomes boost demand