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KASB Bank sixth most traded share on Monday
Turnover clocks up at 9.6 million shares, avoids ‘lower lock’
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Multi-billion-dollar IP project virtually runs aground
Sanctions fears force economic managers off the project for now.
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Industrial units: Zero outages plan being implemented
The suspension of outages for the industries have no adverse impact on the supply to domestic consumers, says ministry
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Key meeting: Regulator to finalise drug pricing policy today
Industry says delay causing shortage of life-saving medicines.
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Promotion: MoU signed to bring innovation in stone industry
PASDEC, SDC to cooperate to produce skilled manpower.
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Joining forces: Agriculture stressed on for trade
Danish ambassador says Pakistan possesses potential.
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Bilateral trade: Russian ambassador highlights joint ventures for success
Expertise in different sectors fit the puzzle of widening trade, says LCCI chief.
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Market watch: Discount rate cut takes index to another high
Benchmark KSE-100 index increases 358.72 points.
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Technology incorporation: Setup for safer branchless banking addressed
Dar, other officials highlight use of next generation services.
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4MFY15: Pakistan recipient of $423.8m FDI
Amount 47.1% higher compared to same period of previous year.
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Not bearing fruit: Measures to broaden tax base remain ineffective
Rs2.8 trillion collection target far-fetched; system experiences lack of effectiveness.
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Industrial concerns: ‘Exempt textile industry from gas load shedding’
Muhammad Akram Pasha demanded similar exemption from gas load shedding.
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Cutting-edge technology: Research to enable cultivation of crops with seawater
KU's scholars engaging in research to find solution to the world's food problem
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KASB Modaraba to merge with two other Islamic investment firms
The merger comes after the central bank took control of Karachi-based KASB Bank Limited
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Economist Group: Dejected highly-qualified officers leave govt service
See bleak chances of career growth, get no support from seniors.
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Smuggling thrives in face of sanctions on Iran
Government studies payment models to revive trade that stands low at $300m.
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Meeting demand: Milking the dairy farming business
Netherlands counsellor highlights corporate potential.
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Diminishing shine: Slim picking as gold prices expected to remain subdued
Value of 10 grams of 24K gold in Pakistan’s market has decreased almost 5% since July.
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Food portal: Breaking stereotypes, one meal at a time
Deals, discounts reveal massive increase in online sales.
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Mobile network in rural areas: Coverage to increase efficiency and growth
Study shows benefits to agricultural sector, employment and expenditures.
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Facing trouble: PSMC privatisation to be a hot stove
Analyst cites political, financial and structural hindrances for government.
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Monetary policy: SBP slashes interest rate by 0.5%
Decision prompted by downward trend in global commodity prices
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SAMN: Conference on South Asia’s economic potential
Speakers from across South Asia will shed light on economic potential of region, impact of improved access to finance
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Reviving: PSM’s production capacity reaches 36%
Now PSM officials say the mill needs another Rs8 billion to overhaul some of the basic infrastructure
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Taxpayers: Dar guarantees addressing grievances
KCCI says FBR’s decision to issue audit notices to existing taxpayers under FTR has triggered deep concern
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Uncertain: Google Glass future clouded
Early users losing interest in much-hyped, $1,500 test version
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Addition: P@SHA to launch startup incubator
P@SHA technology incubator will service 50 plus technology teams and provide co-working space to an additional 700
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Microsoft introduces app-less Skype
Hopes to roll it out globally in the coming months.
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Mills closed: Sugarcane growers hit by buying drought
Delay in cane crushing season could affect wheat sowing, say farmers
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Property expo attracts investors’ attention
Real estate developers get a chance to discuss plans
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Privatisation Commission meets: Consortium of financial advisers approved for ABL
Govt hopes to raise Rs12-13 billion from sale of 10% remaining stakes
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Diversity praised at P@SHA ICT Awards
President stresses need to spread innovation across Pakistan
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Weekly review: KSE-100 soars to record high
Expectation of a discount rate cut and scrapping of OGDC offering provided a boost during the week
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30 terrorists killed in Waziristan air blitz
Militants slaughter a man in Khyber Agency for spying for govt
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Textile industry: Gas needed to meet export orders
Textile sector should not be on fourth place on the list of priorities for gas supply, Motiwala
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TEVTA, LCCI agree on bridging ‘skill gap’
Officials say workforce key to growth potential.
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Corn farmers asked to use best hybrid seeds
Maize crop has better yield per acre than other crops.
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Governance reforms: First round of consultation starts
Draft of proposals to be presented to Ahsan Iqbal.
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Market watch: Index ends week in the red
Benchmark KSE-100 index falls 97 points .
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Ishrat Husain teaches more than a thing or two about the economy
Former SBP governor shares ideas with ACCA professionals.
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Pakistan’s share below 1% in $62b global marble market
Industry seeks govt help in adopting latest techniques, getting credit.
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Coal transportation: Pakistan Railways needs Rs123 billion investment in infrastructure
Freight company also being set up to handle coal supplies.
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LNG import: Qatar lowers price to whet Pakistan’s appetite
Price body formed to talk to Qatargas, may finalise rate in December.
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Privatisation after-effects: To compensate layoffs, govt seeking $400m ADB loan
First $150m tranche expected in 4QFY15; will be approved if conditions are met.
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Tax on solar imports threatens clean energy push: experts
Some solar importers said they are struggling to get already arrived consignments cleared from the port in Karachi
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Committee formed: ‘Small traders to be kept in mind’
New leadership of FPCCI will take small traders into confidence on all policy decisions, says SM Munir
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Update: Ministry drafts policy for seed industry
Proposes steps for improving quality and quantity of seeds.
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Foreign exchange: SBP’s kitty down 1.5% week-on-week
During the week, the SBP made payments of $89 million on account of external debt servicing and other official payment
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Pak American Fertilisers: Extension in payment deadline violated rules, says bidder
Kohinoor Textile says it was denied opportunity to make fresh offer.
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Market watch: Index’s bull run ends, goes below 31,500
Benchmark KSE-100 index falls 187.38 points.

















































