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The price of silver per tola rose by Rs 43, reaching Rs 3373.

Since US is Pakistan's largest market, there are concerns any tariffs can severely impact exports

Past instances suggest privatisation of SOEs does not result in lower prices

Since poor have high propensity to consume, regressive taxes reduce their level of consumption

These will not impact China that will diversify, enhance exports to other countries

Lower taxes on salaried individuals can tilt poll outcome in favour of policymakers

IMF will review the country's progress by March with govt, central bank expressing confidence about meeting targets.

Tech firms hope to capitalise on KSA's $100b AI project; take more companies to participate in LEAP 2025

Farmers decry delay in payments and high costs; millers reject notion of shortage

Decline fueled by lower prices of sugar and vegetable oils

Countries being hit not yet named; Republicans to unveil ambitious tax, spending package this weekend

Industrialists demand reduction in taxes and energy costs

First branches expected to open soon; commerce minister engages in high-profile investment meetings

Cabinet approves agreement on tariff rate quotas post-Brexit

KSE-100 sheds 3,933 points amid US tariff attempts, local economic concerns

Rate moves signal diverging paths as policymakers navigate foggy economic landscape

Presses Tokyo to close $68.5 billion trade surplus; bring Japanese investment in US to $1 trillion

Five years ago, annual tax collection from salaried individuals stood at PKR 129 billion

Fitch says country has restored economic stability including sharply lower inflation, better reserves

SPI falls by 0.21% WoW amid declining food prices

KSE-100 records marginal gain of 22 points, settles at 110,323

Increases by Rs1,346/tola; rupee strengthens 10 paisa to 279.05/$

FBR misses targets - increasing taxes over Rs6tr, collecting Rs23.4b from traders

Gold prices rise in the UAE, with 24-carat gold reaching AED 345.75.

Debt Policy Statement comes amid lack of transparency in data reporting

The total number of PIA employees has now fallen below 7,000

SBP injects Rs1.1tr into market; gold sees minor correction and rupee weakens

The Saudi Riyal (SAR) experienced slight fluctuations in the open market.

The price of 10 grams of gold has increased by Rs1,154.

Pakistan looks for investment in energy, tech and industrial sectors to deepen relations

KSE-100 index loses 1,634 points, settles at 110,301

PM's aide meets delegation to seek technical support in accelerating climate action plans, transition to clean energy

Commerce minister calls for setting up JVs targeting markets in Africa, Central Asia, and Far East

Officials observe new arrangement can cause complexity, disperse focus

He also highlighted Pakistan's long-standing defence cooperation with Somalia.

Advocates fast-track adoption of policies to address climate challenges

Barrick owns a 50% stake in the mine and the governments of Pakistan and the province of Balochistan own rest.

Barrick holds a 50% stake in the Reko Diq mine, with the remaining ownership shared between federal, Balochistan govts

State Bank did not specify the reasons behind the increase in reserves

Gold prices see a drop in both international and local markets, with major reductions in prices.

The Saudi Riyal remains steady, with the selling rate at Rs74.20.

Gold soars by staggering Rs5300; analysts predict fall of prices could be as significant as record highs seen now

Iran cautions as Trump seeks to drive Tehran's oil exports to zero

Dollar weakens against yen, Canadian dollar; treasury yields ease as trade tensions rise

Stress need for holding dialogue, creating synergy to have meaningful impact

Shares plunge after reports of pullback from $60b merger as differences grow

Harmonisation framework will woo investors; provinces need to adopt policy

Trump has also threatened Europe with tariffs.

High commissioner promotes country as tourist destination, boasts leadership in Africa's IT, internet access

Garment makers propose awareness drives, capacity building and regional collaboration