KP govt achieves 49pc increase in revenue collection
The government had set a target of collecting Rs93,500 million
Direct flights between Pakistan, Bangladesh soon: envoy
He also revealed that cargo flights would also commence soon
Texas hedge fund manager close to Trump leads investment delegation to Pakistan
Several agreements between the two countries were signed
Awais Leghari says net metering billing system for solar power unfeasible
It is impossible to sustain the same cost of buying power from distributors
Wall Street steadies itself a day after a sell-off for Nvidia and tech stocks
Wall Street steadies itself a day after a sell-off for Nvidia and tech stocks
Volkswagen India faced customs clearance delays over alleged tax evasion case, sources say
Volkswagen India faced customs clearance delays over alleged tax evasion case, sources say
Financials haul Indian benchmarks higher after central bank's liquidity boost
Financials haul Indian benchmarks higher after central bank's liquidity boost
Hyundai Motor India reports lower Q3 profit on weak domestic demand, exports
Hyundai Motor India reports lower Q3 profit on weak domestic demand, exports
Bearish trend in PSX keeps investors on their toes
The trading began in negative zone and eventually the index closed at 112,030 mark
Bilawal urges traders to approach him directly for issues
Says elimination of extortion from Karachi’s business landscape is credit to government
Russia oil trade to China, India stalls as sanctions drive up shipping costs
Washington imposed fresh sanctions on Jan. 10 targeting Russia's oil supply chain
Agreement signed for establishment of Dhabeji Special Economic Zone in Thatta
It is expected to attract investment of $3 billion and create thousands of jobs
Oil prices hold near two-week low as weak China data adds to demand concerns
Brent crude oil futures rose by 12 cents, or 0.2%, to $77.20 per barrel
Currency markets jittery as traders assess DeepSeek, tariff concerns
The US dollar steadied after it took a hit overnight amid a broad shakeout in financial markets
China's AI drive hammers tech stocks
chipmaker Nvidia dived 17%, wiping off nearly $593bn in the biggest market capitalisation loss
SBP announces issuing new banknotes this year
These new notes will gradually replace the current series
Rightsizing policy: railways abolishes 17,101 posts
The ministry of railways presents a detailed overview of its rightsizing initiatives
PBC shares fiscal policy proposals with finance minister
The PBC delegation highlighted key economic objectives
Economy shows resilient growth in first half of FY2025: finance ministry
Positive momentum was fueled by sound macro-economic management
SM Tanveer disappointed by 100bps cut in policy rate
Pakistan’s economy is slowly recovering after a three-year slump
India central bank's liquidity bazooka raises rate cut hopes
India central bank's liquidity bazooka raises rate cut hopes
Yen and Swiss franc jump as investors rush to safe-haven assets
Yen and Swiss franc jump as investors rush to safe-haven assets
Wall St opens sharply lower as China's AI push rattles Big Tech
Wall St opens sharply lower as China's AI push rattles Big Tech
Russian advisers warn of corporate bankruptcies wave
Russian advisers warn of corporate bankruptcies wave
Morgan Stanley also expects sub-1pc UK GDP growth this year
Morgan Stanley also expects sub-1pc UK GDP growth this year
PM Shehbaz vows to enhance ease of doing business and support investors
It is a proud moment for Pakistan that a state-of-the-art international hotel has been launched.
China Jan manufacturing activity unexpectedly contracts, hits five-month low
The official purchasing managers' index (PMI) contracted to 49.1 in January
Oil slips as Trump repeats call for OPEC to reduce prices
Brent crude futures dropped 87 cents, or 1.11%, to $77.63 a barrel
Dollar rises on tariff worries after Trump's Colombian threat
The dollar clocked its weakest week since November 2023 last week
FBR chairman says vehicles to be purchased for board officers
Says tax collection target will be achieved
Chasing quick riches: The risky crypto dream of Pakistan's youth
SBP has clarified that virtual currencies are not legal tender
Sugar prices up by Rs11 per kg in three months
Decision for exporting sugar is stated to be the reason for the price hike
UK's WH Smith says it is exploring potential sale of high street arm
UK's WH Smith says it is exploring potential sale of high street arm
Italy government backs Monte Paschi's bid for Mediobanca
Italy government backs Monte Paschi's bid for Mediobanca
5 economic forces that could shape the first year of Trump's presidency
Here are five economic forces that could shape the first year of Trump’s presidency
Naqvi woos American investors amid economic betterment in Pakistan
He invited US businessmen to invest in Pakistan’s mining and IT sectors
Weekly inflation goes down by 0.77pc in Pakistan
It decelerated to 0.52 percent on year-on-year (YoY) basis
US arms exports hit record in 2024 on Ukraine-related demand
Trump wants other members of NATO to spend 5% of their gross domestic product on defense
Wall Street on track for another week of gains despite slip before weekend
Wall Street on track for another week of gains despite slip before weekend
Gold price increases by Rs2,900 per tola
The price of gold in the international market increased by $29
China readies for Lunar New Year, amid worries about the economy
China readies for Lunar New Year, amid worries about the economy
Ericsson's Q4 profit misses estimates while US tariffs in focus
The Swedish telecoms equipment maker saw growth in the North American market
German business activity stabilises in January, PMI shows
The HCOB German flash composite Purchasing Managers' Index rose to 50.1 in Jan, up from 48.0 in Dec
Trudeau says Americans will pay more whenever Trump decides to impose tariffs
“We don’t think he wants that,” Trudeau told reporters in Ottawa.
Robust activity helps PSX soar past 115,000 level again
A robust activity was witnessed in morning session and the KSE-100 index soared to 115,138 points
Trump says he could reach trade deal with China, calls talk with Xi 'friendly'
They discussed issues, including TikTok, trade and Taiwan, in a phone call before Trump took office
BOJ likely to raise rates to highest in 17 year
It is widely expected to raise its short-term policy rate from 0.25% to 0.5%
SBP brings policy rate down to 12pc in line with expectations of stakeholders
The central bank slashes the policy rate by 100bps
Oil falls on prospect of Trump pushing up crude supplies
Brent crude futures were down 50 cents at $77.95 a barrel
Asia shares buoyed by Trump's China comments, yen awaits BOJ
'I'll demand that interest rates drop immediately,' says Trump
Crypto's charms leave some investors in Davos cold
Walsh said her investment firm has so far not invested in crypto
No talks with India on resumption of trade: Foreign Office
Pakistan decided to suspend bilateral trade in response to India’s illegal actions in Kashmir
Wall Street mixed in premarket as airlines drag and insurance companies rise
Wall Street mixed in premarket as airlines drag and insurance companies rise
Hong Kong's New World Development says business 'as usual' amid Bloomberg's coverage of potential default
Hong Kong's New World Development says business 'as usual' amid Bloomberg's coverage of potential de
UK's Sainsbury's to cut over 3,000 roles in cost savings drive
UK's Sainsbury's to cut over 3,000 roles in cost savings drive
Severe UK factory downturn eases marginally in January, CBI says
Severe UK factory downturn eases marginally in January, CBI says
New Zealand will relax rules to woo foreign investment, PM says
New Zealand's economy sank into recession in the third quarter
Donaldson hasn't officially joined any bids for TikTok
Donaldson stirred interest in a Jan. 13 post on X saying he’d “buy TikTok so it doesn’t get banned.”
Textile sector in crisis as 187 mills halt operation across country
Punjab was severely hit due to the crisis
Pakistan, Saudi Arabia reaffirm commitment to boost economic ties
FinMin Aurangzeb meets Saudi counterpart in Davos
Oil prices extend losses amid uncertainty over tariff impact
Brent crude futures fell 23 cents, or 0.3%, to $78.79 a barrel
Dollar treads water as Trump tariff clarity, central banks awaited
A spate of central bank policy decisions are also due over the next week
Asia shares helped by China uplift, Trump's tariff plans hang in the air
China plans to guide hundreds of billions of yuan from state-owned insurers into stocks each year
FinMin meets World Bank Managing Director in Davos
He also meets ministers of Saudi Arabia and Qatar
Islamabad, Ankara discuss job opportunities for Pakistanis in Turkiye
Chaudhry Salik says both countries share similar stances on regional and global issues
China to set up $250m EV manufacturing plant in Pakistan
Pakistan approved National Electric Vehicles Policy (NEVP) in 2019
Pakistan Business Council calls for strengthening trade ties with UAE
UAE is Pakistan’s third-largest trading partner after China and the United States
UK borrowing jumps in December as debt interest climbs
UK borrowing jumps in December as debt interest climbs
China and Hong Kong stocks tumble on Trump's tariff threats
China and Hong Kong stocks tumble on Trump's tariff threats
China to allow foreign institutions to offer new types of financial services in free trade zones
China to allow foreign institutions to offer new types of financial services in free trade zones
China orders pay cap at state-owned financial firms, sources say
China orders pay cap at state-owned financial firms, sources say
China's CNOOC sets 2025 output target at record high
China's CNOOC sets 2025 output target at record high
China says 'no winners' in tariff tit-for-tats after latest Trump threat of 10%
Chinese foreign ministry spokesperson said Beijing has repeatedly “expressed” its position
Trump's embrace of meme coin sours mood in crypto industry
They are eager for the new president’s help to make crypto a bigger part of mainstream system
Stocks falter amid uncertainty surrounding MPC meeting outcome
It must be remembered that the KSE-100 index closed at 115,402 points yesterday.
In Davos, Malaysia's Khazanah looks to developed market investments, tame Trump risks
Khazanah invests heavily in Malaysia, with domestic investments amounting to 59.1% of its portfolio
Carbon markets investor kicks off $1.5 billion Amazon protection plan in Davos
The initiative is the first major campaign by Silvania, a nature and biodiversity investment vehicle
Dollar drifts lower as traders ponder Trump tariff plans
Trump administration mulls imposing a 10% tariff on goods imported from China on Feb 1
Oil prices steady as investors debate Trump's policies
Brent crude futures eased 3 cents, to $79.26 per barrel
Reko Diq mine to generate $74bn in free cash flow over 37 years: Barrick CEO
The project is expected to start production by the end of 2028
Sindh plans to launch EV taxi service across province
Eco-friendly transportation systems is aimed at encouraging investment in transport sector
Aleem Khan for increasing Pakistan Post revenue target to Rs14b
He said that this organisation has made positive progress in the last few months
Pakistan secures $1bn loan from two Middle Eastern banks: FinMin Aurangzeb
He confirmed it during an interview at World Economic Forum's annual meeting in Davos
Wall Street points toward gains on first trading day of new Trump administration
Wall Street points toward gains on first trading day of new Trump administration
China's 2024 non-financial outbound direct investment rose 10.5pc on year
China's 2024 non-financial outbound direct investment rose 10.5pc on year
Punjab launches Asan Karobar Scheme
The scheme offers interest-free loans from Rs1 million to Rs30 million
Trump says he's thinking of 25% tariffs on Mexico, Canada
Trump said the action could come on Feb. 1
Shares and Treasuries choppy on Trump's plans for tariffs
The first responses to Trump's inauguration were felt during Asian trade on Tuesday
Oil prices tick down on plan to boost US oil output, tariff reprieve
Brent crude futures dipped 11 cents, or 0.14%, to $80.04 per barrel
Commerce minister meets Cambodian Senate Chairman to boost ties
The two leaders focused on enhancing parliamentary diplomacy
Govt wants to give equal opportunities to all for uplift: Ahsan
The minister says every non-Muslim in Pakistan is safe
PM for modern hotels, other facilities to promote tourism
He directed provision of international standard facilities for guests
Iranian Armed Forces chief calls on President Zardari
Both stress longstanding and fraternal relations between Pakistan and Iran
EU takes China to WTO over high-tech patent royalties
EU takes China to WTO over high-tech patent royalties
US upgrades probe into 129,000 Ford vehicles over hands-free tech
US upgrades probe into 129,000 Ford vehicles over hands-free tech
China's BYD to complete 1 billion-dollar Indonesia plant by year-end
China's BYD to complete 1 billion-dollar Indonesia plant by year-end
India allows 1 million tons of sugar exports this year
India allows 1 million tons of sugar exports this year
Bitcoin hits record above $109,000 awaiting Trump
The world’s biggest cryptocurrency has soared since Trump won the presidential election in November
PSX off to a good start on first day of week
KSE-100 Index surpassed 116,000 mark during early hours of trade.
Finance Minister Aurangzeb leaves for Davos to attend WEF meeting 2025
He will hold meetings with political, trade, and business leaders from various countries
Dollar strong, stocks creep higher as second Trump term dawns
He has stoked expectations he will issue a slew of executive orders right away
Bank of Japan poised to raise rates to highest in 17 years
A tightening in policy would underscore the central bank's resolve to steadily push up interest rate
Oil prices little changed; markets await Trump move on Russian export curbs
Brent crude futures dropped 6 cents, or 0.07%, to $80.73 a barrel
FinMin Aurangzeb hopes to raise $200mn through Panda Bonds
Aurangzeb said Pakistan intended to join China's capital markets through Panda Bonds
Sindh to build China-backed special economic zone to attract $3bn investment
Memorandum of understanding signed
Delay in small power plants, canals incur Rs595 billion loss to national exchequer
No investigation was conducted on the project cost increase
Pakistan-South Korea economic cooperation enters a new era
South Korean minister presents a plan to transfer his country's industrial base to Pakistan
US Treasury to launch measures to avoid debt limit breach on Tuesday
Yellen said Treasury would suspend investments in two govt employee benefit funds through March 14
Current account records 1.21bn surplus in first half of FY25
Balance on trade of services in July-December FY24-25 has recorded a deficit of 1.589bn dollars
IMF projects 3pc economic growth for Pakistan
The report forecasts a 4 percent economic growth rate for Pakistan in the next fiscal year
Botswana expects 2025 economic growth rebound on better diamond market
Botswana's finance minister is expected to deliver the national budget in February
Weekly inflation up 1.16pc year-on-year
SPI fell by 0.39 percent, reflecting declining prices in key food categories: PBS
PM hails current account surplus for 3rd consecutive month
PM hails current account surplus for 3rd consecutive month
SBI Life Insurance posts higher Q3 profit on policy renewals, new sales
SBI Life Insurance posts higher Q3 profit on policy renewals, new sales
Futures edge higher with all eyes on Trump inauguration
Futures edge higher with all eyes on Trump inauguration
Boeing resumes 777X test flights after grounding in August
The 777X is successor to Boeing's 777, one of the most commercially successful long-haul airliners
Stocks trade in green as week draws to close
The benchmark KSE-100 index closes at 115,272 points after gaining 1,435 points
US retail sales exit 2024 with momentum; labour market on solid ground
Retail sales rose 0.4% last month after an upwardly revised 0.8% gain in November
Global diesel prices spike as US hits Russia with new sanctions
The United States imposed its toughest sanctions on Russian producers and tankers yet on Jan. 10
TikTok's fight against going dark gains support from key US lawmakers
A law passed in April mandates TikTok's owner to divest US assets by Sunday to a non-Chinese buyer
Oil prices climb on supply fears, Fed rate cut hopes
Brent crude futures rose 13 cents, or 0.2%, to $81.42 per barrel
SMEs can contribute 40-60pc to exports with banking support: Ahsan Iqbal
He advised SMEDA to develop a mechanism in consultation with provincial governments
UAE extends $2b deposit to Pakistan for another year
The extension will support the country‘s foreign exchange reserves
Philippines, UAE's Masdar agree 15 bln-dollar renewable energy project
Philippines, UAE's Masdar agree 15 bln-dollar renewable energy project
Carmakers in India plan EV onslaught in 2025 despite slowing global demand
Carmakers in India plan EV onslaught in 2025 despite slowing global demand
China imposes provisional duties on US, EU, Japan, Taiwan industrial plastics
China imposes provisional duties on US, EU, Japan, Taiwan industrial plastics
Oil retreats slightly after boost from US crude draw, Russia sanctions
Oil retreats slightly after boost from US crude draw, Russia sanctions
China says US firm PVH engaged in 'improper' conduct related to Xinjiang
China says US firm PVH engaged in 'improper' conduct related to Xinjiang
China extends coal imports lead over India to widest in more than a decade
China extends coal imports lead over India to widest in more than a decade
Finance Minister Aurangzeb discusses bilateral cooperation with Japanese envoy
Aurangzeb welcomed Ambassador Akamatsu upon assuming his diplomatic duties in Islamabad
Oil rises as US inventory declines heighten supply concerns
Brent crude futures rose 30 cents, or 0.4%, to $82.33 per barrel
US inflation relief dents dollar, yen gains ahead of BOJ
The yen was the biggest major mover on the dollar overnight, rising about 1%
US inflation revival persists as market risk despite CPI-fueled rally
Stocks surged following the CPI report with the benchmark S&P 500 jumping 1.8pc
Eight Pakistani firms participate in Intersec 2025 business exhibition in Dubai
The 26th edition of Intersec, touted as the world’s largest business exhibition for security
Govt hikes petrol price by Rs3.47 per litre
The price of high-speed diesel has been increased by Rs2.61 per litre
China, Sri Lanka agree more investment and economic cooperation
China, Sri Lanka agree more investment and economic cooperation
Germany's economy shrank for the second consecutive year in 2024
Germany’s economy shrank for the second consecutive year in 2024
US importers rush in goods from China as Trump tariff threat looms
US importers rush in goods from China as Trump tariff threat looms
Canada ready to buy more American products to appease Trump's tariff threat, ambassador says
Canada ready to buy more American products to appease Trump’s tariff threat, ambassador says
Gold price increases by Rs2,900 per tola
The price of gold in the international market decreased by $29
Amazon is ending its 'Try Before You Buy' option for Prime members
Amazon is ending its ‘Try Before You Buy’ option for Prime members
Ishaq Dar assures CM Murad of fund release for Sindh's projects
Sindh’s Public Sector Development Programme (PSDP) came under discussion during meeting.
Govt reduces tariff for electric vehicle charging stations by 45pc
He said the electricity rate has been dropped to Rs39.70 per unit
Govt likely to increase petrol prices for next fortnight
The petrol and diesel rates are likely to be hiked by Rs3.5 per litre
Dollar rally pauses ahead of US inflation test
The greenback was stabilising in the early Asian session after falling overnight
Oil little changed as falling US stockpiles outweigh soft demand outlook
Brent crude futures were up 2 cents to $79.94 a barrel
Salaried class emerges as third largest tax contributor in Pakistan
FBR collected Rs368b in taxes from employees
Cabinet approves revision of agreements with 14 IPPs
The move will save Rs1.4 trillion for national exchequer
WB to give Pakistan $20bn under 10-year partnership framework
$20bn to be provided through IDA and IBRD
China to cut pay by half for staff at top financial regulators
China to cut pay by half for staff at top financial regulators
China's exports in December up 10.7%, beating estimates as higher US tariffs loom
China’s exports in December up 10.7%, beating estimates as higher US tariffs loom
Electricity rates likely to drop by March: S.M Tanveer
Says notices have also been issued to 40 wind power projects
Bullish trend continues in PSX as trade volume surges
PSX witnessed bullish trend a day earlier after sluggish trade last week
Oil prices remain near four-month highs as markets weigh Russia sanctions impact
Brent LCOc1 futures slipped 22 cents, or 0.27%, to $80.79 a barrel
US futures steady, Japan slides in nervous wait for US CPI
The benchmark 10-year yield steadied at 4.77% after hitting 4.805% in New York trade
Commerce minister arrives in Baghdad for key talks on bilateral trade
Joint Ministerial Commission (JMC) session
SBP vows to expand financial inclusion via global, domestic collaborations
Governor highlights bank’s recently launched 3rd edition of National Financial Inclusion Strategy
Apple's new fees for app developers under fresh EU scrutiny
Apple's new fees for app developers under fresh EU scrutiny
European Central Bank joins Bluesky, rival to Elon Musk's X
European Central Bank joins Bluesky, rival to Elon Musk's X
China's electric car sales grew in 2024 as sales of gasoline cars plunged
China’s electric car sales grew in 2024 as sales of gasoline cars plunged
PSX gains ground after jittery week
Later, the gain was reduced to 711 points, which brought down the KSE-100 Index to 113,958
US probe finds China unfairly dominates shipbuilding, paving way for penalties
US Trade Representative (USTR) launched the probe in April 2024 under Section 301 of Trade Act 1974
Tougher US sanctions to curb Russian oil supply to China and India
The US Treasury on Friday imposed sanctions on Russian oil producers Gazprom Neft and Surgutneftegas
Oil jumps on expectations new US sanctions to cut Russian supply
Brent crude futures climbed $1.48, or 1.86%, to $81.24 a barrel
Shares slip in Asia, dollar firm as inflation, earnings loom
Markets have already scaled back expectations for Federal Reserve rate cuts to just 27 basis points
PIA to expand operations in Europe after removal of four-year ban
It will expand its network in Europe on a commercial basis
Private sector playing vital role in boosting trade with UAE: minister
He highlights deep-rooted ties between the two nations
Russia says it will continue oil and gas projects despite US sanctions
A ministry statement also said that Russia would respond to Washington's "hostile" actions
Biden admin delays enforcement of order blocking Nippon Steel, US Steel deal, companies say
President Joe Biden blocked the acquisition on national security grounds on Jan. 3
TikTok warns of broad consequences if Supreme Court allows ban
The justices signaled that they were inclined to uphold the law
Apple's board recommends shareholders vote against proposal to eliminate diversity programmes
A think tank proposed abolishing "Inclusion & Diversity programme, policies, department and goals"
FinMin leaves for Hong Kong to participate in Asian Financial Forum
he would meet with key officials from major Asian financial institutions
Prioritised state over politics: Sindh Governor Kamran Tessori
Governors’ summit discuses role of governors in achieving economic stability and serving the public
Amid market turmoil, UK's Reeves says she will act to meet fiscal rules
Amid market turmoil, UK's Reeves says she will act to meet fiscal rules
PSX loses 4,000 points by sliding bearish
In just one week, the PSX saw a reduction of 4,000 points.
Former Swiss finance minister warns about size of enlarged UBS, newspaper says
Former Swiss finance minister warns about size of enlarged UBS, newspaper says
Oil prices rally 3pc as US hits Russian oil with tougher sanctions
Brent crude futures settled at $79.76 a barrel, up $2.84, or 3.7%
Global indexes are mixed as the US stock market remains closed
Global indexes are mixed as the US stock market remains closed
US added a strong 256,000 jobs in December as unemployment rate dipped to 4.1%
US added a strong 256,000 jobs in December as unemployment rate dipped to 4.1%
Emirati billionaire and Trump ally sees more Gulf investments into US under new president
Emirati billionaire and Trump ally sees more Gulf investments into US under new president
Futures edge lower on caution ahead of key payrolls data
Futures edge lower on caution ahead of key payrolls data
From AI assistants to holographic displays, automakers showcase in-cabin experiences at CES
From AI assistants to holographic displays, automakers showcase in-cabin experiences at CES
Chinese property developer Redsun to miss 350 mln-dollar bond payment
Chinese property developer Redsun to miss 350 mln-dollar bond payment
Positive trend continues in PSX
On last the working day of the business week, the KSE-110 was up 657.57 points to 113,295.83 points
UN predicts world economic growth to remain at 2.8% in 2025
The report said South Asia is expected to remain the world’s fastest-growing region with 5.7% GDP
Musk asks state AGs to auction off OpenAI stake in nonprofit restructuring
'Elon is engaging in lawfare. We remain focused on our mission and work,' says OpenAI spox
Stocks fall, US yields near 8-month highs ahead of jobs data
Nasdaq futures dropped 0.6% while S&P 500 futures were down 0.5%
Oil set for third straight weekly gain on winter fuel demand
Brent crude futures climbed 24 cents, or 0.3%, to $77.16 a barrel
