Business

Highlights issues related to non-tariff barriers and transit trade

Reports unconsolidated earnings of Rs217.2 million in 2015

PC also recommends responsibility to maintain adequate supply of fuel should remain with petroleum ministry

Benchmark KSE-100 index rises 580.86 points

Points to potential for export of quality products, joint ventures

Punjab will work with Turkish body to promote small units

Think tank highlights need to enable greater female participation

Says Kisan loan schemes will be initiated in province

ECC puts off decision, issues directives for more consultation at ministerial level

High-end handsets are of little value once locked by company or CPLC

The Express Tribune looks at market share of each phone maker

Target of 7% looks out of reach, though neighbours continue to hit such levels

Rs11.8t passed through SBP Clearing House in July-December compared to Rs13.5t in January-June 2015

Berlin to help promote efficient consumption of energy

Aims to meet growing demand, streamline its food business

Contemplate expanding capacity, target more export markets

Stable oil prices, news of Engro Foods’ divestment and impressive cement sales drove growth

Will borrow money until end of FY19, use it for retiring earlier loans

Will be held in Karachi next week, commerce ministry hopes of trade revival

Considers downgrading other crude exporters due to low prices

Will impart specialised knowledge to workforce

Company’s expansion plan worth $100m would generate 6,800 jobs

Earnings 4.5% lesser than preceding year, BoD announces final dividend of Rs1.25 per share

Provide much-needed data on meeting emergency needs, making appointments

Benchmark KSE-100 index rises 295.16 points

Pakistan has not brought oil through this route since 2010

Imports will bridge shortfall, save gas consumption in local production

Single officer will have authority to carry out audit function

Exports, however, drop 22% in July-February this fiscal year

Decision taken in view of ‘current regulatory landscape in US’

Forbes suggests Pakistan has undergone a series of positive developments that merit recognition

Benchmark KSE-100 index rises 373.68 points

SBP’s liquid foreign exchange reserves increased by $28m to $15,507m compared to $15,479m in the previous week

Dr Daniel Ritz succeeds Walid Irshaid, who was President and CEO of the PTCL Group since March 2007

The Badin-IV south joint venture has so far made two discoveries - Ayesha-1 and Aminah-1

Both countries need to explore potential, says Russian official

Processing unit will have the storage capacity of 1,800 tons of dates, Sindh Investment Board Chairperson Naheed said

Strategic location, access to deep sea, natural resources help country

Will present chance to both countries to improve volume of trade, says Ambassador Sherali

Proposed measure will come just two months after Senate rejected PIA ordinance

Will lead to $200m investment in TAPI company, finalisation of route in Afghanistan

FrieslandCampina International Holding BV intends to acquire a 51 per cent stake of Engro Foods Limited

Car sales are soaring in China and India, where a combined 3 million new cars come to market every month

Amounts to Rs93 billion in 2015, value of savings up 48.7%

3G/4G users reached 24.7 million, up 6.6% compared to 23.2m in preceding month

Over Rs30b is to be paid by finance division, payments pending since 2008

Says KCCI needs to take up trade issues with government

Benchmark KSE-100 index rises 263.79 points

Taxi service app joins Pakistan’s journey in revitalising transport sector

CCP gives approval, saying share purchase will not weaken competition