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Speakers call for protecting ‘geographical indications’
Say it will help producers get better price for their products.
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Helping hand: USAID supports mango exports from Pakistan
Mangos are one of Pakistan’s major fruit export.
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Careful gas distribution can power all sectors: fertiliser makers
Say priority to one sector over other will not solve economic woes.
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Tajjal field: OMV presses government to address gas price row
Seeks lifting of a price cap imposed on gas from Sindh field.
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Market watch: KSE nosedives as global markets dip on Fed, China concerns
Rumours of foreign selling pulls KSE to its worst loss in 2013.
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Chinese firm to set up 50MW wind farm
Plans to build nine more after first is completed by mid-2015.
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Breaking with the past, brokerages target middle-income locales
Brokers increasingly looking to the middle class to grow client base.
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Release of Payments: IPPs overjoyed at government’s decision
Once provided this amount, power producers will able to add around 2,000 megawatts to the national grid," says Yousaf.
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Powering up: Govt to finally pay IPPs Rs285b in outstanding dues
Move expected to ease circular debt issue that plagues the entire energy chain and help curtail load-shedding.
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30m internet users in Pakistan, half on mobile: Report
Report cites 10% smartphone penetration, although 80% of phones found to cost less than $100.
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A brief history of the evolution of the State Bank of Pakistan
The SBP traces its history to the pre-partition financial system. Here’s a brief timeline.
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For new government, rethinking governance is a must
New managers need to establish a solid presence in popular imagination.
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A brief look at the possible outcomes of Federal Budget 2013-14
Here are a few pros and cons of the PML-N’s efforts to fix the economy.
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In resilient Pakistan, emerging middle class powers FMCG sector
As growth increases, nothing seems to hold consumers back.
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The reality behind unending energy woes
Understanding the problem is key to enhancing economic growth.
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High-growth market: Telenor upbeat on Pakistan, as focus shifts from voice to data
Telecom industry looking at investment of $5-10b over the next five to eight years.
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As migration to Lahore continues, rents keep on rising
Safety concerns drive more and more people to gated communities.
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Priorities: Minister assures focus on energy crisis
Iqbal assured the delegation that government would address all problems faced by the private sector.
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Faisalabad’s businessmen propose changes to budget
Ask government to withdraw some tax measures to provide stimulus to economy.
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View from McLeod Road: Why market’s bet on Engro Fertilizers is likely to fail
The stock price rise is based on some very faulty assumptions.
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Students of IBA’s agri-entrepreneurship course make the dean proud
After end of training, 70% of graduates have started their own business.
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Govt withdraws income tax hike for lower salary brackets
Any fall in projected revenue will be overcome by increase in withholding tax on use of cellular phones.
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Weekly Review: Rally comes to an end as KSE experiences correction
Market index had risen by 21% since the start of May.
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A welcome ruling by the SC
Only elected representatives should have the power to set tax rates in a transparent manner.
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GST increase not to be withdrawn: Dar
The current economic situation doesn't allow for reversal of GST rate, says finance minister.
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State Bank lowers interest rate to 9%
The reduction of 0.5% in the discount rate will be effective from June 24.
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Tax Reforms: Punjab assures IMF of tax on agriculture, luxury goods
IMF delegation assured that cooperation and investment in health, education and energy sectors would be considered.
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Exempted Products: Retailers warned against misusing GST
FBR Chairman says all heads of Large Taxpayer Unit, Regional Tax Offices directed to monitor markets on a daily basis.
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‘Islamic banking should be on national agenda’
Network of Islamic banks to be doubled soon, says SBP official.
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Finance Bill 2013: Tax on moveable assets being imposed retrospectively
Experts raise questions over definition of moveable assets.
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‘Trade liberalisation key to boosting ties’
Australian deputy high commissioner meets businessmen, pledges support.
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View from McLeod Road: The banks have picked a fight they cannot win
Govt’s dominance as a borrower results in a cycle of dependence on the finance ministry.
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Market Watch: Investors abandon positions amid uncertainty
KSE 100-share index drops 317 points ahead of monetary policy announcement.
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Students, parents to pay taxes on every pen, pencil they buy
The FBR has indirectly slapped a tax on all writing materials.
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Scientists say Indian farmers draining Pakistan’s waters
Urge use of new technology to combat problems faced by growers .
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Help from above: US launching fund to finance small, medium enterprises
Investment initiative worth $160m will be announced at Dubai conference next week.
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Election year to help Princely Jets post first profits
Company plans to double the size of its fleet every three years.
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Defaulters: SNGPL disconnects 25 gas connections
SNGPL has disconnected gas supply over non-payment of outstanding bills worth Rs179.6 million
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Gems and jewellery sector witnesses infighting
Private sector and public representatives speak out against each other.
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P&G lists Pakistan among top 10 emerging markets
Consumer goods giant wants to expand its presence in the country.
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Bankers urge people to adopt Islamic banking
Expo participants elucidate advantages of Islamic banking.
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SSGC hopes to slash gas theft, leakage by 2% this year
If successful, the drive will boost utility’s profits by Rs3 billion.
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Market watch: KSE witnesses late selling to close in the red
Investors losing optimism over IMF deal, circular debt.
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Banks’ association expresses deep reservations about new finance bill
Says asking banks to divulge information will do more harm than good.
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Lalpir Power’s IPO already a roaring success
Nishat Group company creates excitement in the book-building phase alone.
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Budget 2013-14: Senate panel wants govt to drop $3b worth of receipts
Says the amount has been provisioned for unrealistically and distort economic realities.
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Meeting in Ashgabat: ADB to generate $7.5b for financing TAPI gas pipeline
Bank is expected to be appointed as transaction adviser.
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FBR declaration: Court questions GST rate increase
SC says executive can’t raise tax without parliament’s consent.
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Viewpoint: Penny wise, pound foolish
Withdrawal of tax subsidy will increase brain drain.
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Military goods: Pakistan looks to increase defence exports
POF's products have great demand in international markets: Federal Minister.