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Pakistan bourses: Data-sharing websites still reeling from 2008 market crash
Number of visitors to such sites is directly proportional to stock performance.
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Bank of Khyber falls short of 100-branch target
Will continue to invest in the province, especially in housing schemes.
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Microsoft to help Pakistan fix IT infrastructure
Set to unveil national broadband highway plan in a month.
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Long-term investment: Hubco plans switch to coal with $800m investment
Looks for a contractor, believes power cost will drop 50%.
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Electricity tariff hike: Bulk consumers to pay more as govt seeks to build funds
However, final approval to the tariff hike will be given by PM in the next energy committee meeting.
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Still in its infancy, mobile banking has major scope for growth
Only 12% of population has access to formal financial services.
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Online shopping shows steady growth
With the boost in e-commerce, small businesses will also start selling goods online.
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Pakistani demographic: A mouth-watering prospect for telecoms
If you are over twenty-five, chances are you are not on Facebook.
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Cheaper handsets, 3G to push social media penetration
Will continue to remain a predominantly urban phenomenon.
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Zong would be wise to buy Warid
If Ufone snaps it up, China Mobile will be dwarfed by its competitors.
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Broadband demand to grow with auction of 3G and 4G licences
High-speed internet will attract investment, increase smartphone usage, boost growth of local IT content.
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Analysis: IMF bailout could help, but it probably won’t
The bureaucracy is too busy protecting its own interests to protect those of the nation.
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Taking it a notch up: Relatively new university IBA Sukkur ranks third best
Director says despite its rural location the school has managed to achieve a milestone.
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Weekly Review: Index rounds off first week of FY14 with significant gains
IMF deal, premier’s visit to China and lower inflation figures fuel optimism at bourse.
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Oil and gas sector stocks in the spotlight
Prices surge as OGDC converts receivables into investments.
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Renewable energy: KESC, Aman Foundation to set up bio-gas plant
Plant will be used to convert waste into electricity and fertiliser.
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New service lets you contact anyone in the world, for a fee
Directly.me launches its services in Pakistan, along with the rest of the world.
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Fruit exporters to respond to disease, pest concerns
Exporters say govt has been taken on board to improve supply chain.
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Telecom sector: Telenor unhappy with higher taxes, tighter regulations
CEO says recent developments weaken the business case for 3G services.
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Safety hazard: As a precaution, OGRA stops gas supply to 350 CNG stations
Stations were operating in residential areas and posing a threat to people’s safety.
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An opportunity and a risk
We sincerely hope Finance Minister Ishaq Dar impose the growth-oriented vision he promised in his budget speech.
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Lala Textiles promises ‘something unique’ for the Indian women
Well-established textile firm ventures into the Indian market.
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CLARIFICATION: WAPDA says Diamer Bhasha Dam still top priority
A spokesperson says Wapda is executing Diamer Dam as a priority project.
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Retailers’ conference underlines need for entrepreneurial spirit
Need for training at the grassroots level highlighted.
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With focus on Karachi, Sitara Chemical may earn record profits
Earnings have already grown 64% to Rs756m in nine months of FY13.
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Enough dillydallying: Govt gives 10-day deadline to settle row with Etisalat
UAE telecom firm has yet to pay $800m for purchase of PTCL shares.
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Telecom: IT minister allays industry’s fears over Universal Services Fund
Minister assures telecom sector fund will not be used to pay off circular debt.
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Show cause notice: SECP acts against Takaful operators
Regulatory body takes conventional and Islamic insurers to task.
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Market watch: Market gains 0.96% as IMF deal materialises
Investors maintain positive outlook from IMF deal.
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Telecom sector to see $2-3b investment in next 3 years
3G auction could net the govt over $1 billion.
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Govt to lease fuel storage, delivery facilities to PSO
Move to tackle $200m worth of oil theft in power companies.
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IMF preconditions for bailout: Clock ticking for tax thieves as govt clamps down
Islamabad initiates action against 100,000 tax evaders to secure $5.3b loan.
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Indian rupee falls second time in two weeks
The government has intervened to try and help the Indian rupee to recover.
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Korean firms keen to invest in Pakistan: envoy
South Korean Ambassador Jong Hwan-song said many Korean companies are keen to invest in Pakistan.
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NIT beats market, gives 58% return in FY13
Asset management firm announces Rs3.75 per unit dividend.
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Trade enhancement: FPCCI, Taiwanese counterpart sign MoU
The MoU will provide a roadmap for enhancing trade and investment collaboration.
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Water supply: KWSB signs MoU with Chinese firm
The MoU would provide cooperation in the Greater Karachi Water Supply Project K-IV.
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UBL Funds offers new ‘risk-free’ fund for cautious investors
UBL Principal Protected Fund 2 will be offered to investors on July 15.
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Standard Chartered to help Pakistan forge better trade ties with India
Bank also willing to finance vital energy projects in Pakistan.
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SECP registers 366 new companies in June
Most firms registered in Islamabad, followed by Lahore and Karachi.
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Uncertainty prevails: Lenders seek guarantees before funding Bhasha Dam
WAPDA shifts focus from Diamer Bhasha to Dasu hydropower project.
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Roadmap: Carriage freight plan is inevitable, says railways minister
Timetable and schedule for restructuring of ailing enterprise outlined.
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OGRA moves against CNG stations in residential areas
Issues 1,000 show cause notices citing public safety concerns.
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Setting the game plan: Govt okays power projects totalling 3,511MW
Two nuclear power plants to be built in Karachi with Chinese assistance.
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Market Watch: Market rallies amid news of possible IMF bailout
Stocks at cautious highs amid reports of IMF bailout.
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'Home-grown': IMF agrees to a $5.3bn bailout package
We are members of IMF and not begging, says finance minister.
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Work environment: DISCOs adopt rules to protect female workers
Programme strives to provide women with basic necessities at workplace and ensures protection of their basic rights.
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Private sector lending to remain depressed: Analysts
Shrinking spreads unlikely to spur credit off-take to private sector.
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Pakistan and Poland to set up joint economic commission
Pakistani delegation received by high-ranking officials for trade discussions.
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Neelum Jhelum project: Saudi Arabia clears way for $100 million loan
Pakistani team to leave for Riyadh on July 7 to clinch loan deal.