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Realty sector seeks tax break, regulatory body
Advocates clear mechanism for profit repatriation to encourage global investors
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Pakistan, IFC partner to accelerate EV transition
New agreement aims to boost investment, streamline regulations
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Lower food prices reduce inflation
WoW decline in SPI led by drop in prices of tomatoes, chicken and onions
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FinMin to discuss China debt
Hopes to reschedule $3.4b in Chinese debt for two years; discuss IMF loan progress
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Gold prices dip slightly after record high in Pakistan
In the international bullion market, the price of gold slipped by $3 per ounce, settling at $3,326.
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Govt likely to summon budget session earlier
These meetings are scheduled in Washington on April 21 and April 26.
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NEPRA questions audit independence
Conducts public hearing on KE's additional write-off claims of Rs8.13 billion
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PSX, Malaysia to boost Islamic finance
Capital market leaders pitch opportunities to Malaysian counterparts
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CCP flags monopoly concerns in insurance
Report highlights market distortions, low penetration, and calls for reforms
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Cement sector, Asian markets boost PSX
KSE-100 index nears 117k with increase of 881 points
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Minister gives orders to upgrade harbour
Says modernisation will help meet global standards of seafood processing, export
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Economic triangle to reshape regional trade
Turkiye's exports to China could be routed through Pakistan
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PSW launches e-certification for pharma exports
New system aims to cut delays, ensure compliance, and elevate global trust in Pakistan's pharmaceutical sector
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IT exports surge by 23% in Q3FY2025
Sector targets new markets and technologies amid steady policy support and growing global demand
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FX fall by $127m, REER improves slightly
Gold reaches unprecedented Rs350,000/tola; rupee loses 16 paisas closing at 280.62/$
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Bhutan turns to 'green' cryptocurrency
Green cryptocurrencies are digital currencies mined using clean energy resources such as wind
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CA sees historic surplus of $1.2b
Reliance upon remittances continues while trade deficit widens to $21b
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Pakistan posts highest-ever $1.2b current account surplus in March
On a year-on-year basis, the surplus surged 230% from $363 million recorded in March 2024.
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Govt considers early budget session ahead of Eidul Adha
In light of the Eid holidays, an early session of Parliament is under consideration for the budget announcement.
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Gold prices soar to all-time high of Rs350,000 per tola in Pakistan
The price of gold rose by Rs2,000 per tola to reach an all-time high, amid gains in international markets.
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Jerome Powell's hawkish stance leads to US treasuries falling
Yields rose as investors pulled back on Fed rate cut bets after Powell’s hawkish remarks reignited inflation concerns.
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40,000 posts being axed to save Rs36 billion
One-fifth of savings will come from reducing positions in lowest pay grade-1
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Foreign central banks shift from long-term US bonds to short-term T-bills
New Treasury data show foreign central banks moving cash into short-term securities
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Bulgaria, Shell signs Black Sea energy agreement
Shell to survey large exploration block under bulgarian economic zone
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Govt turns down additional freight charges proposal
Oil industry is seeking adjustment to inland freight to reduce financial strain
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Iraqi consulate reopens after 23 years
Visa operations to start within a month, business visas can be processed via Iraqi Embassy in Islamabad
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Kuwait extends oil credit facility for two years
The total volume of oil supply on credit is 1.8 million tons per year.
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Nvidia faces $5.5b charge over China chip ban
US places curbs on H20, MI308 chip sales; Nvidia, AMD shares drop 6% and 7% respectively
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PSX ends two-day rally on profit-taking
Late-session selling drags KSE-100 down by 755 points to below 116,100
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EdTech offers hope amid crisis
PreMed.PK uses AI to economically tackle exam leaks, inefficient testing
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Gold soars to record highs of Rs348,000/tola
Domestic prices soar by Rs8,600 per tola; rupee posts slight gain as SBP raises Rs1.2tr via auctions
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Oil rises $1 on new US sanctions
The action comes as the US government has relaunched negotiations with Iran over its nuclear programme this month.
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PIA privatisation delayed again
Despite IMF commitment, govt unlikely to meet Rs30b privatisation target
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Dubai gold rate hits record high amid global price surge
The last time Dubai rate saw this level of volatility was earlier this month, when it crossed Dh350 for the first time
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Govt to provide relief to salaried class in upcoming budget
The government is considering tax relief measures aimed at easing the burden on salaried class.
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Gold prices reach new peak in Pakistan
A new peak highlights gold’s enduring value during times of financial and economic instability.
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Wittner, iconic Australian fashion brand, goes into administration
100-year old Wittner has entered administration after rising cost and falling sales, seeking sale or recapitalisation.
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Govt scraps 3% FED on property sale
Move comes after real-estate sector backlash; broader relief ahead of budget
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Scrapped wheat price triggers alarm
Farmers lament decades-old price policy shift tied to IMF conditions
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Petrol price to remain unchanged for next 15 days
Petrol will remain at Rs254.63 per litre while high-speed diesel will continue to be sold at Rs258.64 per litre.
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Industry backs early approval of solar projects
NEPRA conducts hearing on KE's two clean energy projects in Sindh
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Pakistan mulls 'US oil imports'
Trump has imposed a 10% baseline tariff on all imports to the US and higher duties on dozens of other countries.
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Consumers to see Rs51.5b power tariff relief
NEPRA to hold hearing on April 29; reduction of Rs0.0309/kWh for March
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US tariffs weigh on oil economies
Pakistan, among oil importers, set to see some benefits from lower crude prices
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Gold edges up amid quiet market
Price rises to Rs339,400/tola while rupee closes at 280.57/$, marking increase of 3 paisas
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Bourse extends gains on rating upgrade
KSE-100 index rises 385 points, aided by record remittances and easing inflation