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High imports, profit repatriation drive deficit; remittances help contain it

Say people curtailing meals, taking kids out of school to pay energy bills

KSE-100 index sheds 214.97 points, settles at 77,830.34

CCI allows increase in gas allocation to third parties up to 35%

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1m jobs must be created annually, for which economy should grow 6%

Inconsistent policies, sudden bans threaten sustainable forestry in K-P

Protective tariffs hurt traders, consumers, producers as well as economic growth

China's auto revolution is surpassing global giants in race for market leadership

Funds projects that can deliver economic returns and positive environmental, social impacts

Minister for Maritime Affairs Qaiser Sheikh said Danish shipping company would invest $2 billion in Pakistan's port

Small, medium enterprises can now borrow up to Rs10m

Allows release of 874 stuck tankers on payment of Rs300,000 penalty per tanker

Industry experts ask govt to optimise resources, prevent losses, improve infrastructure

KCCI urges PM to withdraw notices, defer Tajir Dost Scheme

Consumers pay 70% of bills for power plants that often remain idle

Govt launches inquiry on claims of excluding married women; Foxconn chairman refutes allegations

KSE-100 index loses 525 points, or 0.7% WoW, settles at 78,045

Envoy says dialogue should continue for promoting religious tourism

High bullion demand ahead of likely fall in world currencies sparks price hike

Disregards UK economist's work, set to align strategy with PML-N manifesto

New discovery in Lockhart Formation boosts hydrocarbon reserves

Govt aims to draw Chinese investment in pharma sector, promote medical tourism

Strengthens by Rs0.16 as forex reserves, export earnings rise

Higher-than-expected financing achieved at reduced rates aims to address budget deficit

Say forests offer crucial support for marine life, carbon sequestration

SPI still in double digits, signaling room for further slowdown

Say amount is outstanding against incremental power consumption during Covid-19

Underline need for regional linkages to achieve economic goals

KSE-100 index sheds 60.67 points, settles at 78,045.31

Pakistan's energy mix is 41% non-fossil fuel-based, yet the country's oil import bill amounts to $15.16 billion.

Reach Rs85 trillion at end of FY24 as govt finds it difficult to repay maturing debt

IT exports reached a record high of $3.22 billion in 2024, marking a 24% increase from previous year

ECC also grants industry status to warehousing sector after bureaucratic shuffle

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Three-day ADE conference focuses on development issues in labour markets, tech, etc

KSE-100 index gains 228.56 points, settles at 78,105.98

FBR extends scope of investigation, submits interim report in court

Traders call for substantial reforms to address economic challenges

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Beijing withholding data hampers efforts to plug multibillion-dollar trade gaps

KSE-100 saw a notable rise of around 0.85% from its previous close of 77,878 points

Pakistan will offer projects in Chagai, Waziristan and Gwadar to UAE investors

Middle East conflict could threaten production in one of the world's major regions

Industry notes increased interest from African, Central Asian and ME markets

Offers $28,900 per worker while union demands dividends worth $36,000

Outcome of November's US presidential election is being closely watched by countries around the world

SBP chief says there are no curbs on imports, banks will give more loans to agri-sector, SMEs

Experts say despite reforms and IMF support, political stability and structural changes are key

Chooses alternate candidate, bypasses established procedures