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Benchmark KSE-100 index loses 389.21 points to close at 41,389.99

Committee recommended SNGPL to give two million gas connections

International Monetary Fund has repeatedly said that Pakistan’s rupee is overvalued by 5-20%

Mini Industrial Estates to be set up in Khuzdar, Turbat, Muslim Bagh to overcome unemployment

Nielsen survey shows job security is the main concern in Pakistan

44% of the amount given on account of services Islamabad rendered to support US anti-terror drive

Hail CPEC as game changer for entire region comprising three billion people

Individuals can now take Rs10,000 in cash abroad, up from Rs3,000

PIEDMC CEO says similar status to be extended to two more estates as well

Earlier, the scheme was shelved apparently after pressure from Riyadh

Report highlights impact on growth and jobs, Asia’s share 40% of the total gap

He was appointed by former PM Nawaz Sharif in June

Benchmark KSE-100 index gains 572.21 points to close at 41,779.20

Reading comes as SBP signals stable govt-administered prices, low inflationary expectations

Step is being taken to ensure provision of quality, safe, effective and affordable medicines to citizens

Some cities are mooting bans on heavily polluting vehicles

Study would provide insight into processes in industrial sector

Pakistan should not delay Bhasha Dam and should start work on its own

Imports in July stand at $114.01m, 54% higher than in the same month of last year

Sukhera is considered close to the Shehbaz Sharif camp

Budget deficit soars to Rs1.864 trillion thanks to election-focused spending

Lack of regulation resulting in low quality production going on unchecked

Cold storages will be established in G-B to increase shelf life of fruits

FPCCI chief emphasises this will ensure competitiveness in the region

Canadian minister seeks out-of-court settlement of years-long dispute

Asian markets slide along with S Korean wins currency, while haven yen rallied as news ramps up international tensions

Has also got approval in South Korea to test the technology

'Both the spinning and weaving sectors have faced the brunt of high cost of doing business'

Experts say farmers are unable to adapt to emerging global trends

Improving growth prospects in eurozone may further strengthen the euro

Cite high energy cost, lack of competitiveness as crippling factors

Benchmark index plunges 10.4% in August, sheds 3.4% week-on-week

Farmers' body says downpour has not impacted prices

Finance ministry does not agree with benefits proposed for BoI staff

The “Smile to Pay” system will allow customers at a healthier spin-off of KFC in the eastern city of Hangzhou

'The dollar and US Treasuries are typically safe haven assets. But no one really wants to own the dollar right now'

Shares in the group added 0.9% to trade at 126.50 euros

Dar tells Senate so far 5 new NGOs have been registered; says there are 165,800 BISP beneficiaries in 7 FATA agencies

Average prices of 12 items rose in a selected basket of goods

'Purpose of package is also to stimulate economic activity'

International Monetary Fund has repeatedly said that Pakistan’s rupee is overvalued by 5-20%

Energy ministry will seek trade deals without inviting bids

Changes in consumer preferences are prompting advertisers to shift budgets from TV to online viewing

All 16 field Offices of SBP Banking Services Corporation issued fresh notes to general public

Feasibility depends on transportation charges, approval by govt authorities

Sign MoU to promote best practices, corporate governance

In January, SBP made a $500-million loan repayment to State Administration of Foreign Exchange, China

Only about 24,000 new subscribers were added in July 2017

Growth in free property portals has removed the need for middlemen to conduct transactions

FBR records collection of Rs449 billion during July and August, growth healthy to meet 2017-18’s target