economy

Sector has the potential to create job opportunities, strengthen economy

Inflows remain low compared with average of $200m per month in last fiscal year

Govt also signs $1.15b new financing agreements with World Bank

Chances of finalising financing agreement for ML-I project remain low

Approves purchase of 640,000 tons at cost of up to $284 per ton

Govt opens market for private sector to reduce financial risks

Says govt was focusing on enhancing exports and duties on some of the raw materials had been reduced

Demand for Pakistani workers on the rise in Italian market

PM aide lists measures required under reforms drive to tackle circular debt

The fiscal tightening happened at the cost of economic growth which simply means loss of jobs, additional tax burden

The secret of conquering the world of commerce lies in creativity, innovation and newness

The rupee strengthened against the dollar at Rs163.48 in the inter-bank market on Wednesday

Prime minister has sought roadmap for policy implementation

Move aimed at recovering cost of re-gasified liquefied natural gas

Improvement in bank advances indicates businesses are gradually reviving

Lawmakers complain about discrimination in execution of projects

Lender projects gradual increase in revenues, reduction in expenditures

Terms it prerequisite for sustained economic growth, tackling challenges

Say move will add to burden on industries, make them uncompetitive in global market

CEO gives presentation to cabinet on revival strategy for the airline

Country’s economy could grow by only 1%; inflation may cross above 10%

Cabinet members voice concern over inaccurate data of wheat production, shortfall

Stresses no stamping will destroy domestic industry, promote smuggling

Says FAO has assisted Pakistan greatly in anti-locust operations

Says bad governance, profiteering and climate change at heart of inflation

NA body irked over vague procedure of surcharge, utilisation of funds

Demand to allow India to use Pakistan’s land route also hurts transit trade

All three automakers report month-on-month growth in sales

Inflows stand at $2.3 billion during the month, up 31% year-on-year

Minister says move will bridge gap between supply, demand of commodity

Non-residents cannot feed accounts with forex purchased from domestic markets

Pakistan recorded an inflow of $2.3b foreign currency in September

Economic challenges caused by pandemic adversely impact education, healthcare

In current political scenario, timing of stabilisation steps is vital

This government has done everything except bringing a real change — something that was its main election slogan

Stress need for changing rules, simplifying tax laws for industries

AEDB CEO says solar energy can lower basket price of electricity for consumers

Pakistan seeks capital injection into oil and gas exploration blocks

Senate panel told company’s 50% employees have retired

It is company’s second terminal; first one has capacity of 750 mmcfd

Borrowing increased to keep foreign currency reserves at higher levels

Tariff Policy Board members say it will reduce cost of doing business

Official says FBR committee had allowed paying 2% tax on imported raw material

Decrease comes on account of SBP’s external debt repayment

Non-resident and resident Pakistanis can invest in foreign currencies and rupee-denominations

Also asks for additional revenue measures to revive programme

Industrialists meet prime minister, discuss issues plaguing business community

Experts suggest assessing impact of pandemic on women-led ventures

Report says pandemic compounded Pakistan’s economic woes

Stakeholders see possible decline in coming days; property prices may spiral downwards