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Pakistani fruit, juice exports to China surge
Beijing's growing appetite for high-quality fruits, juices provides lucrative opportunity
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Chinese lenders agree on daily SOFR
NEPRA proceedings discuss transition from LIBOR to Secured Overnight Financing Rate
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FM pushes for more Chinese investment
Finance Minister Muhammad Aurangzeb urges Pak China Investment Company to expand joint ventures and boost exports.
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Experts urge reforms in ports and shipping policies
Highlight steep increases in costs that have severely impacted country's blue economy
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Pakistan-Saudi Arabia talks on Reko Diq mining project near completion: Petroleum minister
Saudi's Manara Minerals Investment Company to invest $1 billion in the project by acquiring a minority stake
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PIA bidding likely to conclude in a month
Potential buyer cannot resell airline for 3 years, will induct 20 planes.
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Govt barred from setting crop prices
IMF condition aimed at curbing provinces' extra spending, limiting subsidies
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Businessmen demand 500bps rate cut
Cite descending inflation, Moody's ratings upgrade.
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Japanese delegation looks to form JVs
Discusses pushing trade to $5b with focus on heavy industries.
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Pakistan-Indonesia trade soars to $3.34b
CG sees immense potential for collaboration, further development of ties.
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Minister promises action to address diesel crisis
Fuel imports continue despite rising stocks at refineries.
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Rupee depreciates to five-month low
Pakistani currency hit a five-month low at Rs278.77 against the US dollar in the inter-bank market on Wednesday.
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Aurangzeb meets foreign investors
Finance Minister highlights Pakistan's economic growth, citing improved exports, inflation, and credit ratings.
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Industry concerned over energy policies
Fears tussle between bureaucracy, ministry may prolong energy crisis
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Pakistan’s circular debt rises to Rs2,897 billion
A major portion of circular debt was related to gas sector, energy ministry informs National Assembly
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Centre, provinces owe Rs2.56 trillion to DISCOs
Federal, provincial governments have unpaid electricity bills across all power utilities
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Elon Musk launches 'Colossus' supercomputer to take on GPT-4 in AI showdown
Musk’s 'Colossus' is now the world's largest AI supercomputer, with plans for further expansion this year.
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Slumptember: $550 billion as tech giants and crypto markets sink
“Magnificent 7” tech companies including Alphabet, Amazon, Apple, Meta, Microsoft, Nvidia, and Tesla lose $550b
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Rupee hits two-week low at Rs278.70/$
Recent updates indicate a drop in the country's trade deficit and a slight rise in export earnings for August.
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Exports rise 14% despite IMF delay
Double-digit export growth helps contain trade deficit to $3.6 billion
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Significant gas reserves discovered in North Waziristan
Shewa-2 well to boost domestic gas production by over 3% daily
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Minister eyes stronger ties with Denmark
Meeting with FLSmidth CEO highlights firm's expanding interest in mining, cement
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Stocks rebound on upbeat inflation data
KSE-100 index gains 73.02 points, settles at 78,356.32
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Business leaders warn of foreign company exodus
Call for govt action as risks to foreign investment, economic stability grow
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Cabinet refuses to ratify sugar export
Directs industries ministry to prepare fresh case after reviewing all parameters
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CDWP approves cancer hospital project in haste
Punjab govt will finance Rs53b worth of Nawaz Sharif cancer hospital to be set up in Lahore
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Privatisation key to DISCOs reform: experts
Experts push for DISCOs' privatisation, citing KE's model as a blueprint for better governance.
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PSO asked to reassess oil purchase contract
OGRA makes request keeping in view high diesel stocks
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Inflation easing gradually, economy needs more stability: PM
Efforts of finance minister, SBP, and other institutions in controlling inflation are commendable, says Shehbaz Sharif
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Inflation slows to three-year low
Eases to 9.6% but increases in essential items, heavy taxation builds pressure
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Govt introduces new pension scheme for all federal employees
Memorandum states that the scheme will apply to all employees hired on a permanent basis from 1st July 2024 onwards
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Economic uncertainty weighs on stocks
KSE-100 index decreases 204.92 points, settles at 78,283.30
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Denmark keen to pump capital into mining
Denmark eyes investment in Pakistan's mining sector, focusing on Balochistan's untapped resources and green initiative
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Salt exports set to surge as Bangladesh seeks alternatives
Favourable trade policies, disrupted Indian supply present golden opportunity
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Regional exports surge by 25.59% in July
China leads as top destination, while imports rise by over 51%
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On court orders, NBP pays Rs49b to pensioners
Bank aims to widen product portfolio by unveiling credit cards next year
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Govt decides against TCP, PNSC sale
Cabinet committee declares TCP, PNSC and SMEDA as essential entities
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Rupee weakens slightly on IMF loan delay
Currency dips to Rs278.64/$ as central bank continues dollar purchases
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Dar rejects gas allocation proposals
Directs Petroleum Division to prepare revised framework
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APTMA, FPCCI demand cut in interest rates
Textile industry urges 400bps rate cut as FPCCI warns of revenue decline
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Pakistan records lowest inflation in nearly three years
CPI marked a 34-month low in August with 9.6% inflation, down from 11.1% in July and 27.4% a year ago
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Home-grown economic plan paradox
British economist's plan echoes suggestions already given by think tanks
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Jeff Bezos Acquires $80 Million Gulfstream G700
Jeff Bezos has acquired an $80 million Gulfstream G700, featuring top speeds of Mach 0.935
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Is high inflation the price for an independent SBP?
Pakistan needs to rethink the role of interest rates in its economic strategy
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Robotics: making life easy
Advancements in robotic technology enthrall audience at Beijing conference
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Financial globalisation and carry trade
Capital inflows are temporary as foreign investors invest, withdraw funds swiftly to realize profits
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Freelancing: providing digital lifeline for Pakistan's economy
In FY2023-24, ITT services contributed over $3.2b to export earnings
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Mobile phone demand set to surge despite GST hurdles
Demand for devices projected to grow to 33 million units in 2024 despite 18% GST
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Rs476b trade liberalisation plan made
PM backs massive tariff reductions to open economy amid IMF concerns
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Punjab Government announces electricity bill relief plan for consumers
CM Maryam Nawaz praised for delivering relief in challenging economic times, achieving what many deemed impossible.