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ISLAMABAD: The federal government has set a target of exporting halal meat to Malaysia of $520 million in the next five years. According to officials, the government has declared halal meat as a priority sector to increase exports and has …

Dollar steady as Powell flags inflation risks; Mideast worries rise

Karachi: Foreign exchange reserves increased during the last week, after which the total volume was recorded at 21 billion 22.6 million dollars. According to the …

The positive effects of the economic reforms implemented by the government in Pakistan are starting to emerge. The Pakistan Stock Exchange has become one of …

PSX hits record high as benchmark index surges on last trading day

 The Pakistan Stock Exchange (PSX) on Friday witnessed the benchmark 100 Index reaching an all-time high due to a positive trend on the final day …

Prime Minister Shahbaz Sharif approved the halal meat export policy and directed to present a three-year comprehensive strategy with practical steps in the next two …

Karachi: Gold prices continue to rise, as a result of which gold has become more expensive in the global and local markets today. As the …

Islamabad: Pakistan’s domestic auto industry is currently facing severe pressure, with heavy taxation, imbalances in import policies and rampant imports of used vehicles pushing this …

Karachi: Gold prices recorded a decline for the second consecutive day today. The price of gold per ounce in the international bullion market fell by …

Islamabad: The trade deficit and imports increased in the first five months of the current fiscal year 2025-26, while exports decreased. According to the Federal …

Islamabad:The government has reduced the prices of petroleum products and a notification has also been issued by the Petroleum Division. According to a notification issued …

Islamabad: Finance Minister Senator Muhammad Aurangzeb says that the country cannot run with a nine percent tax to GDP ratio, increasing the tax net is …

SIFC has taken effective steps to promote modern technology and digitalization in Pakistan’s pharma industry. According to the details, the 23rd Pharma Asia International Exhibition …

The price of gold in the global and local markets increased significantly today. The price of gold per ounce in the international bullion market increased …

Global investors' confidence restored as Pakistan shifts to export-led growth: FinMin

ISLAMABAD: Federal Minister for Finance and Revenue, Senator Muhammad Aurangzeb has said that the government is committed to establishing a vibrant, stable and inclusive capital …

Karachi: The rupee continued to appreciate against the dollar in both the interbank and open foreign exchange markets. According to, the rupee appreciated against the …

Karachi: Gold prices are showing stability in the global and local markets today. As the price of gold per ounce in the international bullion market …

Islamabad: The unemployment rate in the country has increased to 7.1 percent during the current government, which was 6.3 percent in the year 2020-21. In …

Karachi:The suspects fled after throwing the cash and gold ornaments stolen from the house of Raza Jatoi, UC Chairman of District Malir Gulshan-e-Hadid, in the …

The Pakistan Sugar Mills Association has said that the increase in sugar prices was due to the closure of FBR portals and government dealers, other …

For the first time, 16,856 new investors have registered in the Pakistan Stock Exchange in a month. A press release by the Pakistan Stock Exchange …

ISLAMABAD: A new era of economic, defense and agricultural cooperation has begun between Pakistan and Qatar. This development was made possible with the support of …

After a 2-day break in global and local markets, gold prices recorded a decline. The price of gold per ounce in the international bullion market …

PSX shows modest recovery, gains over 300 points

The Pakistan Stock Exchange (PSX) recorded slight recovery on Wednesday a day after it witnessed massive bearish trend due to rising political and security concerns …

Islamabad: The government’s tax revenue in the first quarter of the current fiscal year 2025-26 reached Rs 3,046 billion, while the volume of non-tax revenue …

The closing ceremony of the four-day International Maritime Conference (PIMEC) was held at Expo Center Karachi, in which Federal Minister for Maritime Affairs Jind Anwar …

Karachi: Overseas Pakistanis sent back $3.4 billion in remittances during October 2025, with remittances growing by 7.4% and 11.9% month-on-month and year-on-year, respectively. According to …

Khyber: The Torkham trade crossing remains closed for bilateral trade for the 25th day today. According to customs sources, long queues of cargo vehicles are …

ISLAMABAD: The Economic Coordination Committee of the Cabinet will today consider a nine-point agenda including amendments to the import policy of personal baggage, transfer of …

ISLAMABAD: Qatar has reiterated its commitment to invest $3 billion in Pakistan and several protocols of economic and technical cooperation were signed between the two …

ISLAMABAD: Finance Minister Muhammad Aurangzeb has invited German companies to invest in Pakistan. A delegation of investors and traders led by German Ambassador Ina Lippel …

The government of Pakistan has taken a major economic decision and implemented the Business to Business Barter Trade Mechanism 2023. Barter trade will be allowed …

Karachi: A kilogram of tomato has become more expensive than chicken meat in the city. The price of tomatoes per kilogram in Karachi has crossed …

Karachi Although the overall cotton production has recorded an increase, the 30 percent drop in production between October 1 and 15 has raised concerns of …

Karachi: The rupee continues to appreciate against the dollar in the interbank market, but there was no change in the dollar value in the open …

Karachi: Following the border tension between Pakistan and Afghanistan, the Pakistani government has suspended the transport used to transfer Afghan transit trade consignments to Afghanistan …

FinMin Aurangzeb outlines roadmap for privatisation, economic reforms

Finance Minister Senator Muhammad Aurangzeb has offered investment in several sectors including minerals in Pakistan to Gulf countries, North Africa, and Afghanistan. Federal Finance Minister …

ISLAMABAD: The Federal Board of Revenue (FBR) has extended the date for filing tax returns by another 16 days for the convenience of taxpayers and …

The price of gold in the global and local markets has increased to an all-time high. According to the report, the price of gold per …

Islamabad: There were interesting discussions between judges and lawyers during the hearing of the super tax case, but the hearing was adjourned until tomorrow. A …

Karachi: The price of gold recorded another big increase today, due to which the price of gold per tola reached a new high. The price …

ADB approves $330m loan for clean energy transmission project in Pakistan

Karachi: The rupee appreciated against the dollar in both the interbank and open foreign exchange markets. According to Express News, the rupee strengthened against the …

FinMin Aurangzeb terms talks with IMF, World Bank constructive

Finance Minister Muhammad Aurangzeb says that Pakistan welcomes Saudi investors and it is the government’s responsibility to provide a conducive environment for investment. In a …

Karachi: Pakistan received $3.2 billion in remittances from overseas workers during September 2025. According to the State Bank, remittances recorded an increase of 11.3 percent …

Islamabad: During the hearing of the case in the Supreme Court, lawyer Farogh Naseem argued that banks in Bangladesh are taxed at 21 percent while …

The government is preparing a new licensing policy to regulate bilateral business chambers to ensure transparency, credibility and stronger reciprocal trade partnerships with foreign countries. …

Karachi: Gold prices in global and local markets have increased to an all-time high. The price of gold per ounce in the international bullion market …

ISLAMABAD: The International Monetary Fund (IMF) has termed the potential escalation in regional tensions as a threat to the economy and has proposed additional taxes …

LAHORE: Mr. S. M. Tanveer, FPCCI Leader, has expressed deep concern over the latest trade figures for September 2025, which reveal a sharp 45.8% year-on-year …

Karachi: The Pakistan Stock Exchange opened its trading session today, with the index reaching a new high. On the first day of the trading week, …

Islamabad: The International Monetary Fund (IMF) has asked Pakistan to explain the discrepancy in trade data of about $11 billion in two years. According to …

Pakistan fulfills IMF condition as FBR orders asset disclosure for Grade-17 and above officers

Islamabad: The federal and provincial governments have requested the IMF to review the budget surplus target due to the losses caused by the floods. It …

Islamabad: The Sugar Mills Association, reacting to the government’s decision not to import more sugar, has said that importing sugar is tantamount to completely destroying …

Karachi: The Federal Board of Revenue (FBR) has said that customs seized laptops, iPads, iPhones, MacBooks, PlayStations and memory cards worth Rs 103 million at …

Karachi: Gold prices in the global and local markets are stable today, however, gold per tola is still at its most expensive level. The price …

Islamabad: The Pakistan Textile Council has expressed deep concern over the significant decline in exports and closure of industries. According to a statement issued by …

Peshawar: Federal Finance Minister Muhammad Aurangzeb says that it has been decided not to seek immediate assistance regarding flood damages, and efforts are being made …

Islamabad: The average inflation rate in the country during the first quarter (July to September) of the current fiscal year 2026-26 has been 4.22 percent, …

IMF projects Pakistan's GDP to reach Rs193.63 trillion by 2030

Islamabad: The IMF has demanded effective measures from Pakistan to prevent trade-based money laundering, has emphasized monitoring and supervision of lawyers, law firms and jewelers …

Islamabad: The Ministry of Finance has released the monthly economic outlook report, remittances increased by 7% to $6.35 billion in July-August 2025. According to the …

ISLAMABAD: The Pakistani government has informed the International Monetary Fund (IMF) that it will not pay interest of Rs220 billion on late payments to power …

Karachi: The price of gold has increased further in the global and local markets. As a result of the increase in the price of gold …

Islamabad: Pakistan’s debt burden has increased to an alarming level and due to the increasing debt on the country, every Pakistani citizen is currently indebted …

Karachi: Despite the increase in global crude oil prices due to increased purchases by the US from the international market, the value of the rupee …

Islamabad: France has reaffirmed its commitment to stand by Pakistan in times of crisis as French Ambassador Nicolas Galey announced €500,000 in financial support for …

ISLAMABAD: The FBR has initiated action against jewelers who are not in the tax net and has sent notices to jewelers in several cities. According …

PSX shows modest recovery, gains over 300 points

KARACHI : Pakistan Stock Exchange staged a comeback on Tuesday a day after it recorded bearish trend amid uncertainty ahead of the upcoming review of …

Karachi: The price of gold increased further in the global and local markets, as a result of which gold became the most expensive in history. …

PSX crosses 174,000 milestone for first time with strong investor confidence

KARACHI : The Pakistan Stock Exchange (PSX) kicked off the new business week with gains on Monday rallied by investor optimism.During intraday trading, the KSE-100 …

The Federal Board of Revenue (FBR) has stopped the sale of sugar through its portal across the country, while the Pakistan Sugar Mills Association has …

Expectations of foreign investment in projects including Reko Diq, mining, refinery, etc., interest rates remaining stable for the third consecutive time, and increasing foreign exchange …

The FBR has decided to take action against rich people who pay low taxes and display their wealth on social media outside the tax net. …

ISLAMABAD: The OGDC has started production of gas and condensate from the Sughri North 1 well in Attock district of Punjab. According to the OGDC …

Karachi: Gold prices remained unchanged in the local and international bullion markets, however, silver prices continued to rise. As a result of the price of …

The rupee has appreciated against the dollar in both the interbank and open markets due to several reasons. According to Express News, the rupee has …

Karachi: The rupee strengthened against the dollar for the 30th day in the interbank market on Wednesday due to the commitments of $5.5 billion financing …

ISLAMABAD: Poland has vowed to invest in Pakistan’s oil and gas sector and strengthen economic ties. The efforts of SIFC are paving the way for …

Dollar feeble as Trump's tax bill and tariffs weigh

Karachi: The rupee continued to strengthen against the dollar in the interbank market for the 29th day on Tuesday due to the rate being kept …

Karachi: The rupee continued to strengthen against the dollar in both foreign exchange markets on Monday due to various factors. The rupee continued to strengthen …

Toba Tek Singh: Finance Minister Muhammad Aurangzeb says that we are already included in the IMF program and the IMF has understood the serious situation …

Islamabad: Prices of petroleum products are likely to increase. According to sources, the prices of petroleum products are likely to increase by Rs 4.79 per …

CDA Natalie Baker Urges U.S. Businesses to Explore Investment Opportunities in Pakistan

by nawabzada shah ali Islamabad – September 2, 2025: Chargé d’Affaires (CDA) Natalie Baker has called on American businesses to seize emerging opportunities in Pakistan’s …

Finance Minister Muhammad Aurangzeb said that he will get full support from banks in the issuance of Panda Bonds and this project is on track. …

Pakistan and China have agreed to further enhance cooperation in the financial sector, while Finance Minister Muhammad Aurangzeb says that Pakistan’s economic performance is positive. …

Dollar feeble as Trump's tax bill and tariffs weigh

Islamabad: The Federal Ministry of Finance has repaid a loan of Rs 2,600 billion ahead of schedule, while the total volume of loans will reach …

ISLAMABAD: The President has approved the Pakistan Land Port Authority Bill 2025. According to President of Pakistan Asif Ali Zardari has approved the Pakistan Land …

Karachi: The Federal Board of Revenue (FBR) has issued new rules and regulations for online business and has also issued a draft of amendments to …

Petrol price drops by Rs7.54 per litre for next fortnight

ISLAMABAD: The prices of petroleum products are likely to decrease slightly from September 1. According to sources, the price of petrol is likely to decrease …

Karachi: The State Bank of Pakistan has said that the government’s foreign exchange reserves increased by $18 million during the last week. According to the …

Gold has become more expensive in the global market and domestic bullion markets. According to the All Pakistan Gems and Jewelers Association, the price of …

Pakistan's foreign exchange reserves hit record high since March 2022

Karachi: The State Bank of Pakistan has released its annual financial statements for the financial year 2024-25. The annual financial statements for the financial year …

ISLAMABAD: The meeting chaired by the Federal Finance Minister approved the reconstitution of the Board of Directors of NESPAK. According to Express News, a meeting …

Islamabad: A significant breakthrough has been made in Pakistan’s economic development, under which the US, Japan and other international financial institutions, with the support of …

Karachi: Gold has become more expensive in the domestic bullion markets. According to a report by All Pakistan Gems and Jewelers, the price of gold …

Islamabad: The World Bank has approved a grant of $47.9 million for Pakistan. According to a statement issued by the World Bank, the money will …

Minister of State for Crypto and Blockchain Bilal Bin Saqib’s predictions about the crypto market in 2018 have proven to be correct. Pakistan has joined …

Islamabad: In the first month of the current fiscal year 2025-26 (July 2025), Pakistan’s exports increased by 16.43% to $2.68 billion. According to the Federal …

Islamabad: Irregularities worth more than Rs 165 billion have been revealed in the telecommunications sector. According to Express, the Auditor General’s audit report for the …

Karachi: As the price of gold per ounce in the international bullion market fell by $14 to $3,325, there was a downward trend in gold …

Karachi: The Pakistan Stock Exchange is on a strong bullish trend as the index reached an all-time high. The market opened on Wednesday with a …

Islamabad: Uzbekistan and Pakistan are set to open a new chapter of cooperation in the textile sector following an important meeting between Ambassador of Uzbekistan …

Pakistan's foreign exchange reserves hit record high since March 2022

A new era of modern banking in Pakistan, State Bank introduces Prism Plus, while Governor State Bank Jamil Ahmed has said that with the launch …

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