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MoU signed between Pakistan, Philippines
Will set up joint business council to boost bilateral trade.
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Trade policies: ‘Pakistan will benefit from regional markets’
FCCI chief suggests better trade relations with India.
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Clearance: PIA resumes cargo shipment to EU
Ban lifted after satisfactory inspection of national carrier.
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Textile and readymade garments: Gross disbursement in 1HCY14 clocks in at Rs1.7t
Latest figure 29.3% lower than amount lent during July-December 2013.
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Slide: Foreign reserves down 3.9%
During the week, SBP made payments of $165 million on account of external debt and other official payments.
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Power generators: HUBCO puts coal-conversion plan on hold
CEO says money has been spent on fixing current boilers.
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ITCN Asia 2014: Pakistan’s 3G transition slow but gradual
Rise in demand for app developers witnessed after arrival of services.
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Missed deadline: Failing to address glitches, govt extends deadline
Income tax returns can now be filed till Sept 30, finance ministry blames sit-ins.
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Market watch: Stocks seesaw as uncertainty lingers
Benchmark KSE-100 drops 36.92 points.
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Market watch: Volumes increase but index plunges again
Benchmark KSE-100 drops 432.24 points
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Bilateral cooperation: Pakistani govt excited over Chinese president’s visit
No official announcement on visit made, officials keen on discussing projects
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Bilateral trade: GATE Pakistan launched in Berlin
GATE Pakistan will push for the development of trade and investment projects between the two countries.
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A ‘fruitful’ development: Pakistani mangoes in Japan
Exported commodity now being sold by largest retailer in Tokyo
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Corporate results: Indus Motor’s profits go up 15%
Earnings in FY14 improve despite dip in volumes.
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Corporate results: Insurance companies post profits
Pakistan Reinsurance Company’s earnings decline 15.2%.
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Canola enrichment: Council to aid oilseed cultivation
Canola hybrid seed will be provided to farmers at 25% (Rs300/kg) of the price of the imported seed
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New Islamabad airport: Dam to ensure uninterrupted supply
Security measures, other facilities being planned as well.
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Energy projects: Gadani Power Park fails to entice potential investors
Deadline for submission of offers extended on request of investors
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New textile policy set to be announced
Small industries to receive priority and financial assistance, says spokesman.
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OGDCL divestment: PC to float shares in the midst of political chaos
Global Depository Receipts will be offered at London exchange in early Oct
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Currency: Rupee further loses value against dollar
The rupee further depreciated to 101.8/102 against the dollar on Tuesday
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Alarming conditions: Unisame urges wealth equality
Thaver wants policymakers to take steps.
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Sit-in repercussions: ‘Economic policies must not mix with politics’
He referred the State Bank of Pakistan’s (SBP) report highlighting 30 per cent idle capacity in the textile sector.
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Exploring alternative sources to counter power crisis
Provincial minister says work on projects under way in Punjab.
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1MFY15: Repatriation of profits recorded at $60.1m
Data shows 85.5% increase from corresponding period of previous year.
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Tax collection has increased, says spokesperson
FBR gathers Rs134b till August 26, will issue notices to non-compliant persons.
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Power consumption: No relief this time as tariff rises Rs0.43 per unit
NEPRA revises tariff under fuel price adjustment formula
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Power, agriculture: World Bank signs $665m financing agreements
Projects are aimed at boosting electricity output, agriculture growth.
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Helping hand: PIA wins govt guarantees for Rs1b borrowing
Will spend the money on repair of engines, clearing fuel bills
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Market watch: Volumes remain low as index ends in the red
Benchmark KSE-100 drops 275.75 points.
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Joint ventures: Delegation leaves for South Korea, Philippines
Will meet counterparts to explore business potential.
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Industrial sector: OGRA to move for removal of ban on new gas connections
Chairman says CNG should be diverted from transport sector.
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Negative impact: ‘Sit-ins disrupting government’s plans for the economy’
Investors sceptical, two state visits postponed: Dastgir.
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Corporate result: Sindh Bank announces profit
Pre-tax profit stood at Rs624.2 m compared to Rs504.6 m earned in the corresponding period in 2013, up by 23.70%.
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SBI former chairperson urges TDAP to solve bottleneck blues
Trade bodies vow to work together to improve image of ‘made in Pakistan’.
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Dollar gaining: Loss in rupee value continues, political gridlock continues
Biggest one-day fall occurs on Monday since February 2009, according to Bloomberg.
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ECC may approve LNG allocation for CNG industry
Petroleum ministry also seeks go-ahead for regulating LPG prices.
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Untapped reserves: Search for shale gas to start next year, says Abbasi
Government is currently in the process of preparing a policy framework.
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Market watch: Index takes another hit as political crisis persists
Benchmark KSE-100 index falls 352.41 points.
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No request to retrieve '$200 billion' in Swiss banks, says Swiss envoy
Swiss ambassador at a loss to explain $200 billion figure being quoted by politicians, including finance minister
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GM crops could put food security goal at stake
Such technology is feared to pose health and environmental risks.
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Internal security biggest threat to democracy and economy
Foreign investors shy away due to concerns; Pakistan the only loser
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Hot business: Tapping beans for a tasty profit
Coffee Planet CEO says coffee culture needs to change in Pakistan.
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Equity market: Invest in value and for long-term
Keep blue-chip shares for your heirs, they do not belong to you.
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Workforce tussle: At NBP, contractual staff calls the shots
Regular employees consider themselves sidelined with lesser pay
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Rice industry: Lack of branding hurts Pakistan, India moves ahead
Requires investment and patience; Pakistani exporters seemingly unwilling .
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Industry-academia: University signs MoU with Sukkur chamber
Both institutions vowed to work together for the development of the region.
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PSO faces threat of default again
Needs Rs32b immediately to make payments to fuel suppliers.
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FBR urged to withdraw ‘unwarranted’ notices
FPCCI chief says information sought already available to tax authorities.
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Textile industry: Energy shortages weighing down exports, says PYMA
Yarn Merchants Association chief seeks immediate measures.

















































