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Secures $700m investment on first day as over 30 ministers, 75 global investors, and 100 Pakistani tech firms unite

OICCI urges broader tax base, lower corporate rates, and end to super tax in budget 2025-26 proposals

Aleem Khan stresses relaxed visa conditions as 13th IGC concludes with agreements on trade, transport, culture

Some caution that fading base effects, rising imports may push inflation up, pressure current account, rupee

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The price of gold per tola surged by Rs2,100 to reach Rs349,200, mirroring trends in the international market.

All commercial banks and financial institutions will remain closed on Thursday, in observance of Labour Day.

Amid 25% hike in power bills, Pakistanis rush to adopt solar energy as a cost-saving alternative.

Exceeds last year's Rs368 billion, with retailers contributing only Rs26 billion

Production is expected to begin approximately three years after financial closure.

The price of 10 grams of gold increased

Trump’s administration imposing tariffs of 10% on US imports, 145% tariff on Chinese goods sends market shockwaves

Soft image strategy will include awareness campaigns for local communities hosting Chinese nationals

IMC reports 57% growth in CKD sales as consumer demand rises

Geopolitical uncertainty rattles investor confidence, triggers volatile session, sharp sell-offs

Tanveer hails export as landmark; calls it boost for agri innovation, economic growth

Invites Pakistani businessmen to participate in 'Invest in Ethiopia 2025'

Discusses economic progress and stabilisation

Falls Rs1900 as US-China tensions ease; rupee down by 10 paisas to 281.07/$

Industry leaders call for policy support, localisation; bus service to convert entire fleet to electric in 2 years

SBP flags structural weaknesses curbing growth despite macroeconomic gains

On April 15, govt kept petrol, diesel prices stable but increased petroleum levy instead of providing relief to public

The price for 10 grams of gold declined by Rs1,368

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Despite being tax compliant, this segment faces high taxes, erosion of benefits

Without embracing industrialisation, diversification and strong institutions, we risk permanent fragility

Stabilisation measures are taken to control excess demand mainly through high policy rate, austerity drive

External shocks coupled with domestic constraints such as weak private confidence weigh heavily on economic recovery

To counter challenges, Islamabad and Beijing must fast-track investment in CPEC

'Trump card' fading after weeks of tough posturing when levies went above 145%

Indian goods transiting through Pakistan to Afghanistan estimated at about $640 million annually

Subcontractors face liquidation, work stoppages amid govt dispute

Sharp mid-week sell-off wipes out early gains over geopolitical jitters, cut in IMF and WB growth forecast

Visits Suzuki's plant site, highlights potential to reduce dependence on oil, LNG imports

Seeks PM's intervention as 25,000 containers stranded; warns of national crisis

Says global uncertainty, elevated risks have impacted scores of countries

IGATEX PAKISTAN 2025 showcased a wide array of next-generation technologies

It is part of comprehensive reforms to promote transparency, fast service delivery

Ahmad projects 3% GDP growth, highlights inflation control, growing reserves, and structural reforms

Chief collector pledges seamless support; 24/7 help desk established to facilitate exporters

P@SHA, entrepreneurs call for 10-year tax holiday, streamlining FX regulations

Urge govt to draft bankruptcy law to woo local, foreign investors

Tunnel project faces fifth cost hike, ballooning from Rs8b to Rs37b

Says ratings improvement reflects better macroeconomic outlook

KSE-100 gains 450 points as diplomatic signals ease Pak-India tensions

Aims to unlock barriers to SME financing through data-driven insights

Experts for capitalising on Moscow's huge potential, shielding local interests

The meeting primarily reviewed progress on the first batch of agricultural projects under CPEC

CCoCIP directs ministries to expedite relocation incentives, remove trade barriers, find energy solutions in port city

Central bank conducts OMOs; gold dips Rs3,300