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Formal sector divided over form of processed milk
Contrasting views on preference over UHT or pasteurised milk.
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Wathra vs Rajan – comparing two central bankers
New SBP governor lacks central banking experience, may find it hard to deal with IMF.
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Informal sector: Open milk sales under a cloud
Milkmen disappear as govt toughens regulations to check adulteration.
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Auto industry mulls trade with India
Step by step approach advocated.
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Minimum wage legislation: A politician’s magic wand for vote bank?
Such limits end up hurting unskilled workers, studies show.
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Reverse piracy: Fast-food brands in Pakistan unaware of affiliates in UK
Trademark rights of many food businesses have been breached in UK.
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PTA clarifies its position on Warid’s 4G ads
PTA Chairperson says existing Warid license is technology neutral but not service neutral.
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World Bank appreciates Finance Minister’s vision
World Bank South Asia Region Vice President advises government to stay the course.
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Tax on farm earnings: WB proposes annexing income at market level
The proposal is part of prospective areas identified to increase low provincial tax revenues.
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Under-capacity: Bus plants operating at less than 3%
Govt’s decision to import hurting local industry, lament officials.
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Using technology: Spend smart, upgrade power system, advise experts
Government needs to consider automation of country’s grid to reduce losses.
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Notified: PTA accepts Warid’s 4G plea
Company doesn’t need new licence, service launch expected soon.
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Debt surge: Government swings into action, to release Rs20b for PSO
Amount will be provided next week, more will be arranged later.
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Telecommunications: Zong overtakes Ufone as CMOs’ market share changes
Subscriptions reach all-time high, reveals PTA data.
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Tweeting conditions: IMF asks Pakistan to jack up interest rates
Authorities locked in negotiations for third review, policy talks to begin next week.
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Weekly review: KSE-100 closes flat despite volatility
High CPI figure puts a dent in index’s growth.
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Food inflation: ‘Raising wheat prices will lead to smuggling’
The federal govt should have been told of the decision, Bosan says.
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Pakistan receives $400 million from ADB
Development Policy Credit agreements worth $1 billion also signed with the World Bank.
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Ban on Indian mango exports to EU is a unique opportunity for Pakistani exporters
Pakistani mango exporters may have a potential export window for mangoes till December 2015.
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Forex reserves: SBP’s kitty goes up $32m
The central bank’s foreign exchange reserves increased to $7,042 million compared to $7,010 million in the last week.
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Chinese companies plan machinery exhibition
Show will help textile tycoons to adopt new technology.
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Change needed: Textile minister wants diversion of gas from CNG to industry
Says current policy is hurting the industrial sector.
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Internship programme may reduce unemployment
Industrial productivity will also get a boost, say businessmen.
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Market watch: Index starts off buoyantly, inflation dampens spirit
Benchmark KSE-100 index rises 8.15 points.
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LSE seeks enhanced partnership with Pakistan’s corporates
CEO says Pakistan’s economic success is gaining pace.
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Corporate results: Banks’ profitability improves
1QCY14 sees healthy comeback, profits of all banks rise 17% .
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Gas supply: Indian demand for higher price scuttles LNG deal
Delhi seeks $21 per mmbtu, higher than regional average of $16.
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Policy conditions: After loan approval, World Bank sets forth conditions
Govt to cut power subsidies by Rs265 billion, according to WB documents.
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Dar authorises Jalil Abbas Jilani to sign development policy credit
Jilani has been authorised in order to save time as finance minister is accompanying PM on his UK tour.
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World Bank approves $12 billion, five-year loan for Pakistan: Ishaq Dar
The loan will carry a 2% interest rate.
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Discretionary spending: Hearing of govt review petition set for May 6
Supreme Court's December ruling curtailed the govt's discretionary powers, which are often used in May and June.
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Conference: PAJCCI arranges forum to discuss future
Goal to improve bilateral relations between Pakistan, Afghanistan.
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Energy matters: Pakistan, Turkey to collaborate in power sector
Delegation to learn from Turkish experience, attract investors.
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HUBCO to be at full capacity by September 2015: CEO
Mansoor says repair and maintenance work would increase productivity.
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Budget matters: Corporates expect government to bolster efforts to broaden tax net
Say uniform tax rate and reduced burden will bring desired results.
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Bilateral ties: China promises energy support, says Weidong
Country’s ambassador stresses working mutually on projects.
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Filling vacuum: Telenor to bring online payment gateway this year
Consumers will be able to pay online for a range of products.
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Economic cooperation: Integration necessary for trade, says ICCI president
President ICCI stressed the need for bringing other sectors under the tax net despite increasing the tax ratio.
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Niche product: Pakistan important market for Ulysse Nardin, CEO
Hoffman says sophisticated clientele wants luxury timepieces, future lies in Asia.
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Property dealing: Real estate investments promise high returns
Despite slump, trade with India will boost sector.
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Rationalisation: Reduced tariffs likely on vehicle import
FBR may introduce new tariff slab for consumers desiring to switch from bikes to smaller cars.
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World Bank approves 3 loans for Pakistan worth $1.125 bn
$600 million approved for energy sector reforms along with $400 million for macroeconomic reforms.
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Oil prices slashed by up to Rs4.51
Revised prices expected to have significant impact on agricultural sector.
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Pakistan must move towards demand-driven export
Textile industry advised to take full advantage of GSP Plus.
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Islamic banking: Central bank frames long-term policy
Aims to take share of Islamic financial system to 20% in five years.
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Corporate results: HUBCO profit down 22% in third quarter
Decline occurs due to expenditure on boilers, says analyst.
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Minister confirms restructuring SRO regimes
Urges focus from revenue generation to growth.
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Partnership: DG Khan Cement interested in acquiring Lafarge
If merger takes place, former would become second largest cement producer.
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Market watch: Index rises from its slumber
Benchmark KSE-100 index gains 476.39 points.
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Country to receive first LNG consignment by March 2015
LNG import agreement signed between SSGC, Engro.
















































