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Foreign currency inflows rise in contrast with expectations of decline

Approves repayment of interest totalling Rs92b in 12 equal instalments starting July’25

KSE-100 index gains 252.61 points, settles at 78,528.25

SBP clears backlog amid stable forex reserves, bolstering investor confidence

Industrialists demand urgent action on LPG supply, licensing amid shop closures

CFO says without efficiencies, KE’s tariff could have been up to Rs17 higher

100-index closes at 78,528.25 points with trading volume at 283.54 million shares

US dollar fell by 2 paisa to Rs278.38 in the interbank market and by 9 paisa to Rs280.18 in the open market

IMF objects to power rate cut for commercial users, wealth tax

BISP chairperson tells Bill Gates economic empowerment is prerequisite to success

Businessmen underline need for learning from China digital model

Experts warn businesses to strengthen cybersecurity measures

Stands at Rs278.40/$ as experts warn of potential devaluation post-Eid

KSE-100 index gains 335.07 points, settles at 78,275.65

Banks had offered financing worth Rs1.68tr suggesting ample liquidity

Collaboration with SLB aims to enhance oil and gas exploration, reduce emissions

Directs IT ministry to conduct due diligence, consult stakeholders and experts

FM to get NA approval on Friday; not ready to reverse tax hike for salaried class

Explore why the current approach to taxation of salaried employees must be re-evaluated

Pakistan is seeking financing from Qatar for injection into LNG terminal

Aims to offset losses; NEPRA to conduct public hearing on June 27

KSE-100 index dives 291.51 points, settles at 77,940.58

Highlights opportunities in IT, energy, agriculture, and mining

Multinationals warn 25% advertising disallowance will hurt investment, stifle growth

Warn of serious economic consequences if fixed tax regime is abolished

Term withdrawal of fixed tax regime unacceptable, unfair

Rs250b budget cut, Rs15b tax withdrawn to secure PPP support

Allocations for state organs surge by up to 63% despite dire fiscal conditions

KSE-100 index outperforms other Asian markets, posting a 27% gain in dollar terms this year

CAP urges govt to maintain 15% GST rate, support digitalisation to stabilise industry

Minister for IT Khawaja highlighted the government’s commitment to promoting Information and ICT

Currency drops after SBP reported C/A deficit for first time in 4 months

KSE-100 index dives 578.40 points, settles at 78,232.10

Enters into partnership with Hub Power for acquiring essential infrastructure

Marks first time in 30 years that local cement sales have declined for 3 consecutive years

Outages, corruption, and rising tariffs drive calls for outsourcing

Hopes to improve liquidity condition as receivables surge to Rs810 billion

Cabinet directs maritime ministry to complete task in one month

Proposes exclusion of independent spouse’s assets from wealth statements

Cost of domestic LPG cylinder increases by Rs600, now selling at Rs3,370 instead of official Rs2,770

Upper House proposes raising minimum wage to Rs45,000, providing extra allowance for persons with disabilities

NFC Award, 18th Amendment lead to undesired outcomes for federal govt

There is sheer absence of governance and long-gone trust between govt and businesses

Decades of negligence, energy price hikes place industry on ‘ventilator’

Eminent voices warn of impending crisis as policy failures threaten digital prosperity and brain drain

Before answering that, it is essential to examine the factors driving Shenzhen’s transformation

Domestic production saves 15-20% forex as nearly all global brands now locally assembled