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Benchmark index increases 631.48 points to end at 51,373.51

Govt has historically not been too lenient with the IT sector

Living standards could fall unless more is invested in research and education

NEPRA has always faced pressure to set twice the tariff compared to other countries

Most budgetary measures suit ruling elite; poverty alleviation, education and water get scant attention

Sectors like education, healthcare, nutrition, sanitation being neglected

Arrival of artificial intelligence, 3D printing has further advanced digital economy

World Bank says in its report that the country's growth rate will continue to accelerate in the coming financial...

Modi has vowed to reverse India's dependence on imports by building a local manufacturing industry

The stock market underwent negative sentiment as delight leading up to MSCI’s official announcement settled down

It is already producing soft drinks in country via subsidiary Coca-Cola Icecek

3G and 4G has brought a revolution in the country

Says Pakistan attracting foreign investors due to positive policies

Agreements exhibit Riyadh’s willingness to develop sectors apart from oil

US president favours bilateral trade deals over ambitious multilateral pacts of Obama’s administration

Dar critical of FBR’s proposals as he doesn’t want to increase taxes in election year

The announcement comes amid a surge in nationalist and protectionist sentiment in the country

Foreign investors were keen to invest in various sectors of the country

60% of water and inputs in agricultural fields were being wasted

Total cost of corridor infrastructure projects is estimated at Rs1.08tr

Market observers say there is likelihood of reversal due to anticipation of mounting inflationary pressures

Move will encourage people to come into tax net voluntarily

Familiarise exporters with recently introduced Registered Exporter System

The last such version of the manual was issued in May 2016

Wants immediate release of Rs105b to clear its current bills

Seeks immediate report from managing director of SSGC LPG

However, it does not approve $10.4b current account deficit target

Will supply 49.5MW of electricity to national grid for 20 years

American fast food giant and local partner set to invest over $3 million in the next 5 years

Last year, a Pakistani firm booked and shipped mangoes in association with US airline

Passive foreign funds are expected to return to the market

Expert calls for efforts to reduce demand for illicit cigarettes

During the week, average prices of 15 items rose in a selected basket of goods

The currency market has fluctuated regularly in recent months

Benchmark KSE-100 index falls 214.57 points

Believes country is unlikely to face difficulties in short run

Ships were carrying 11,900 tons of imported gas

Though deterred by distance, Turkish official believes opportunities do exist

Says upcoming budget being prepared after consultations.

Last week, the decrease in reserves was attributed to external debt servicing

Telecom giant’s $295m bid for a new 4G spectrum is subject to PTA approval

Govt fails to achieve investment and savings targets set for the outgoing fiscal year

Khawaja Saad Rafique states CPEC investment of $10 billion will not be enough

Al-Haj Group will produce different truck variants and luxury buses as CPEC projects gain speed

Malkani said that steps have been taken for the development of fisheries

The currency market has fluctuated regularly in recent months

Benchmark index records a decline of 554.81 points to end at 50,956.60

Stress all such matters should be brought before CCI, instead of ECC, for their input

Parliamentary secretary says projects will be completed under CPEC

15-20 ships left port without lifting cargo, exporters lose overseas customers