Business leaders urge government to reduce interest rate to 12.5pc
Gohar Ejaz cautioned that Pakistan’s industrial sector was on the point of collapse
Govt brainstorms measures to lessen power bills' burden on the masses
Finance Ministry is tasked with arranging financing for this whooping payment to the IPPs
Reforms are inevitable to get rid of IMF: Finance Minister
Fiinance Minister was speaking to a ceremony in Islamabad
No need to freak out even if debt has raised to $130bn, says Dar
Ishaq Dar said that there was no need to worry as Pakistan was on its way to financial stability
Austerity measures: PM Shehbaz decides to abolish key ministries
Kashmir Affairs, Saffron, Industries, Health and IT are among them
India likely to keep economic growth momentum in FY25 despite risks
India likely to keep economic growth momentum in FY25 despite risks
Dollar dips against yen, claws back losses against euro
Dollar dips against yen, claws back losses against euro
Ethiopia becomes Africa's latest sovereign default
Ethiopia becomes Africa's latest sovereign default
Ukraine's Russian-occupied Zaporizhzhia nuclear plant suffered power outage
Ukraine's Russian-occupied Zaporizhzhia nuclear plant suffered power outage
Government working to tackle economic challenges with agricultural sector on priority: Finmin
Inflation remains problem, efforts are underway to bring it under control: Dr Shamshad Akhtar
No mercy for anti-state actors disrupting economy, says army top brass
No mercy for anti-state actors disrupting economy, says army top brass
India set to ban sugar exports for first time in 7 years
India set to ban sugar exports for first time in 7 years
Argentina peso to weaken as part of anticipated IMF deal
Argentina peso to weaken as part of anticipated IMF deal
Indonesia launches new crypto bourse, clearing house
Indonesia launches new crypto bourse, clearing house
Dar orders to expedite airports outsourcing operations
The meeting discussed the issues to be resolved to expedite the outsourcing
Nepra surprises consumers with alarming Rs4.96 hike in base tariff
Nepra fixed the national average tariff at Rs29.78 per unit for 2023-24
Increase in car, motorcycle transfer fee anguish automobile industry
The rate of withholding tax will now be determined according to the vehicle's value
PM Shehbaz optimistic about IMF programme's approval by July 12
The nine-month SBA will provide $3 billion, equivalent to 111% of Pakistan's IMF quota
Pakistan's domestic debt soars by Rs8tr within a year
The dollar started to rise again in the interbank market after continuous decline for two days
US banks push back as regulators prepare international capital hikes
US banks push back as regulators prepare international capital hikes
Economic Coordination Council session to be held today
Federal finance minister Ishaq Dar will preside over the session
Haiti made 'significant progress' on governance issues, says IMF
Haiti made 'significant progress' on governance issues, says IMF
Ukraine dam destruction: villagers face water crisis, see 'only tears'
Ukraine dam destruction: villagers face water crisis, see 'only tears'
Shehbaz govt unveils Economic Survey 2022-23 today
Federal Minister for Finance Ishaq Dar will chair the launching ceremony of Economic survey 2022-23
African economies debt outlook remains "cloudy" - World Bank economist
African economies debt outlook remains "cloudy" - World Bank economist
IMF's Georgieva confident US will not default on debt
IMF's Georgieva confident US will not default on debt
Miftah sees IMF deal inevitable to avert default
The ex-FinMin doubts that the government would be able to present a pro-poor budget
Remittance income plunge 12pc in first ten months of current fiscal year
The expatriates sent $2.666bn remittance during Jul-Apr23, compared to $3.029bn in subsequent tenure
Federal budget in doldrums amid political turmoil
The government is facing severe financial difficulties due to the unsettled agreement with the IMF
World Bank declares Pakistan's state-owned enterprises worst
The government guarantees considered as loans for SOEs have doubled since 2016
All-time high interest rates worries business community
The interest rate in Pakistan has reached the highest level of 21%
Details of agreement with IMF to be made public: Ishaq Dar
Details of agreement with IMF to be made public, says Ishaq Dar
Imran Khan's evasion of courts amounts to height of cowardice: PM
Imran Khan’s evasion of courts amounts to height of cowardice, says PM Shehbaz
Imran Khan has no right to question govt's economic policies: Marriyum
Imran Khan has no right to question govt’s economic policies, says Marriyum
Default rumours completely false, IMF agreement likely next week: Dar
Default rumours completely false, IMF agreement likely next week, says Ishaq Dar
Govt envisages cut in defence budget amid economic woes
Govt to cut down defence budget amid economic crisis
SBP reserves swell to $4bn after $700m injection by China
SBP reserves swell to $4bn after $700m injection by China
Get ready for spiralling inflation, Imran Khan tells the masses
Get ready for spiraling inflation, PTI chairman Imran Khan tells masses
Won't delay approval of Finance Bill, President assures Dar
Finance Minister Ishaq Dar called on President Arif Alvi.
Adnan Siddiqui urges followers to speak up on economic crisis in Pakistan
What will happen to Pakistan’s new generation?
'Mini budget': NA session summoned today as president refuses to approve ordinance
The finance bill will be presented in the national assembly
Pakistan in danger from internal, not external threats
Maryam says time required to right the wrongs of past four years
FBR notifies asset details declaration rules for public servants
FBR notifies asset details declaration rules for public servants
Revival of economy possible only through Islamic banking: Dar
Mr Dar said Islamic banking is flourishing in the country.
'Liar' and 'foreign agent' acting as innocent, Marriyum bashes Imran
'Liar' and 'foreign agent' acting as innocent, Marriyum bashes Imran
Dar declares Imran Khan responsible for economic crisis
Dar declares Imran Khan responsible for economic crisis
Zardari concocting 'Plan C' to assassinate me, alleges Imran Khan
The PTI chairman takes a dig at govt over worsening economic crisis
Allies agree to jointly defend govt's measures to put economy back on track
Allies agree to jointly defend govt's measures to put economy back on track
Country should be saved from Ishaq Dar's policies: Hammad Azhar
Country should be saved from Ishaq Dar’s policies, says Hammad Azhar
Pakistan's situation worsening with every passing day: Asad Umar
Asad Umar claimed that growth rate in 15 sectors of large scale manufacturing was negative.
Household wealth optimism collapses, global survey shows
Economic pessimism greatest in major countries, Low-income families more skeptical of institutions
Pakistan's economy grinding to a halt as dollars dry up
A shortage of crucial dollars has left banks refusing to issue new letters of credit
Loans not a solution to economic woes: PM Shehbaz
Different governments in history of Pakistan could not address the economic issues: PM
World economic system unable to help poor countries, says Bilawal
FM Bilawal says existing world economic system unable to help poor countries
Talks afoot, IMF programme not suspended: Pasha
Talks afoot, IMF programme not suspended, says Aisha Ghaus Pasha
PM directs authorities to control fiscal, current account deficit
PM directs authorities to control fiscal, current account deficit
Pakistan's default narrative part of campaign: Ishaq Dar
Pakistan’s default narrative part of campaign, says Ishaq Dar
No plan to impose economic emergency: Aisha Ghaus Pasha
No plan to impose economic emergency, says Aisha Ghaus Pasha
Pakistan has no fear of default: Ayesha Ghaus
Pakistan has no fear of default, says Ayesha Ghaus Pasha.
ADB assures Pakistan to approve $1.5bln for BRACE
Finance Minister thanked the President ADB for support provided over the years.
Pakistan to seek rescheduling of $27b bilateral debt: Ishaq Dar
Dar ruled out the possibility of a default on Pakistan's debt.
How worried should we be about Pakistan's economy?
How worried should we be about Pakistan's economy?
Miftah saved Pakistan from default: PM Shehbaz
PM lauds his team's efforts on successful SCO, UNGA visits.
Dar blames PTI for country's 'worst' crisis, vows economic revival
Federal Minister Ishaq Dar vows to revive economy
Dar all set to take oath as Senator, assume charge of Finance Ministry
Nominated Finance Minister reached Pakistan on Monday.
Rupee makes sharp recovery against dollar
The local currency appreciated by Rs3.02 against the greenback.
Rupee makes sharp recovery against dollar as Dar returns
The local currency appreciated by Rs2.63 against the greenback.
Ishaq Dar to take oath as Finance Minister next week
Ishaq Dar could return to Islamabad with Shehbaz Sharif.
Pakistan economy to slow in FY 2023 amid strong climate headwinds: ADB
Pakistan's economy is forecast to slow to 3.5% in fiscal year (FY) 2023.
Country's economy heading towards right direction: Miftah
The Finance Minister said that imports of auto parts will be made easier.
IMF condition: Govt to make asset details of bureaucrats, lawmakers public
Pakistan has sent back the signed letter of intent (LoI) to the International Monetary Fund (IMF).
Pakistan assures IMF of gradually increasing petroleum levy to Rs50
Federal government will impose a levy of Rs10 on petrol and Rs5 on diesel from September 1: sources
Govt focusing on enhancing exports: Finance Minister
Bolstering exports and agriculture will also benefit the poor segments of the society: FM
Saudi Arabia agrees to rollover $3bn deposits in Pakistan
Saudi Arabia has extended support multiple times to Pakistan.
Govt plans mini-budget to meet IMF conditions
Government plans amendment in Finance Bill through an ordinance.
EXPLAINER: How do we know when a recession has begun?
Whether the U.S. economy is heading for a recession got more difficult to answer Friday.
Govt took tough decisions to bring economy on right track: Miftah
Import of only export supporting items can be considered to be allowed: FM
Transporters observe nationwide strike over increase in taxes, tolls
Masses are facing difficulties at bus terminals across the country including Punjab.
Pakistan's economic problems temporary: Finance Ministry, SBP
MoF, SBP highlight economic challenges
Miftah announces tax relief for shop-owners consuming less than 150 units
Rupee to see improvement 'in next two weeks', Miftah Ismail says
Everyone has to save country together: Sheikh Rashid
Sheikh Rashid said the country is going through worst economic and political crisis.
Default averted, now govt priority is to keep country on path of stability: Miftah
Policies will be instituted to bring inclusive and sustainable growth: Finance Minister
Fitch, Moody's expect Pakistan to get $1.2 billion from IMF
Fitch Ratings downgraded the outlook on Pakistan's credit rating to negative last week.
Country passing through phase of economic restoration: Ahsan
Ahsan Iqbal said the PML-N government put the Punjab province on the track of sustainable progress
PM convenes emergency meeting on economic situation
The meeting will be attended by the economic team and top officials related to the economy.
Rupee dip against dollar due to political situation: Finance Minister
Trade fundamentals corrected as result of measures taken by Govt over last few months: Miftah
Miftah vows to keep imports, Current Account Deficit under control
Finance Minister vows to keep imports, Current Account Deficit under control.
Fitch revises Pakistan's outlook to negative
Fitch sees considerable risks to its implementation of IMF program.
Coalition govt saved Pakistan from bankruptcy: Finance Minister
'PTI borrowed 20,000 billion but did not add a single megawatt of electricity to the national grid'
Pakistan to soon receive $1.17b under agreement with IMF
Agreement has been inked to complete the 7th and 8th reviews of Pakistan's Extended Fund Facility
IMF agrees to resume Pakistan loan after fuel, tax hikes
An original $6 billion bailout package was signed by former prime minister Imran Khan in 2019
Economic future bleak under the rule of 'professional thieves': Imran Khan
Imran said transparent elections are the need of the hour to protect Pakistan from further harm.
Pakistan receives MEFP from IMF for combined 7th, 8th reviews: Miftah
MEFP is a prerequisite for paving the way for moving towards striking a staff-level agreement.
Economy on ventilator, political system in ICU: Sheikh Rashid
The real budget is yet to be presented, which will worsen the conditions: Sheikh Rashid
Imported government destroyed the economy: Farrukh Habib
Farrukh said that the current government has destroyed the economy of Pakistan.
Govt took difficult decisions to save country from default: Sherry
PTI has no respect for democracy and is pursuing the politics of dividing the society: Sherry
Shaukat Tarin claims govt will hike petrol, electricity price from July 1
IMF had refused to release the loan tranche before budget: Shaukat Tarin
Punjab govt mulls proposal to close markets by 9pm
President Lahore Chamber has also announced to support the government move.
Commerce ministry proposes to import wheat from Russia in exchange for potatoes
Commerce ministry proposes to import wheat from Russia in exchange for potatoes
Economic stability not possible without political stability: PM Shehbaz
Economic stability not possible without political stability
Govt took difficult decisions and will continue to do so, says Miftah Ismail
Govt took difficult decisions and will continue to do so, says Miftah Ismail
Imran Khan jeopardising Pakistan's attempts to fix its economy: The Economist
Imran Khan jeopardising Pakistan's attempts to fix its economy
Skyrocketing global fuel prices prompted govt to raise oil, gas prices: PM Shehbaz
Skyrocketing global fuel prices prompted govt to raise oil, gas prices: PM Shehbaz
IMF to release $900 million when Pakistan removes fuel price caps
IMF to release $900 million when Pakistan removes fuel price caps
Interviews for caretaker Prime Minister being held: Rashid
He said that big decisions will be made by May 31.
Pakistan and IMF to meet over release of funds
Officials are seeking an extension to the programme through to June 2023.
Country cannot be run by Twitter and tales: Shahid Khaqan
Abbasi said that we are taking decisions for the betterment of Pakistan.
PM invites allies' leadership for dinner to discuss economic situation
Government members will deliberate on different options to steer the country out of crisis.
Imran Khan says warned about economic tailspin in case of ouster
Imran Khan says warned about economic tailspin in case of ouster
Govt wants to retrieve economy, hold elections in next phase: Asif
The minister said that he is a political workers and does not believe in arrest of opponents.
Miftah created ambiguity regarding petrol and diesel prices: Hammad Azhar
Miftah created ambiguity regarding petrol and diesel prices
Pakistan, UAE agree to strengthen bilateral economic cooperation
Pakistan, UAE agree to strengthen bilateral economic cooperation
Fiscal deficit widens to 4% of GDP in 9 Months of FY22
The overall budget deficit stood at 3.6 percent of GDP in the same period of the last financial year
Pakistan's current account deficit reaches $1bn in March
The current account balance is a key figure for Pakistan's economy.
Imran Khan govt added Rs 20,000bn to country's debt, claims Miftah Ismail
Imran Khan govt added Rs 20,000bn to country’s debt, claims Miftah Ismail
South Asia Economic Focus: Effects of pandemic, Russia-Ukraine war
Growth in South Asia, already uneven and fragile, will be slower than previously projected
Pakistan records GDP growth rate of 5.5pc: Hammad Azhar
Hammad Azhar said Pakistan tackled the heinous impacts of coronavirus very smartly.
Govt plans to borrow $5bln from China, Russia, Kazakhstan: sources
Loan received from Kazakhstan and Russia will be spent on ML-1 project: sources
Tarin says economy moving in right direction despite challenges
Increase in IT exports provided stability to economy: Finance Minister
Revised GDP growth of 5.37pc second best in last 14 years: Tarin
The next ten years will help reduce income disparity: Tarin
Country's economy witnessing strong growth: PM
He hoped that businesses and employers will share these gains with their workforce.
'Expected growth of over 4pc despite challenges a huge achievement'
Government's three years are an economic success story: PM Imran
Economy moving in positive direction, inflation will decline: Shaukat Tarin
Shaukat Tarin said the country’s economy is growing stronger
Pakistan, IMF deadlock over rupee devaluation, tax exemption persists
The IMF demanded Pakistani authorities to take immediate action to do more to devalue the green back
PM Imran chairs meeting over inflation, economic situation
Ministers will also be directed to work alongside local administration.
Govt changed country's economic direction: Fawad
There is price hike today because of rising prices of commodities in the international market: Fawad
PM Imran Khan revives country's sinking economy: Gill
"$20bn current account deficit was great achievement for those who wanted to escape."
IMF revises Pakistan's real GDP growth to 3.9%
The global economy is projected to grow 6.0 percent in 2021: IMF
Sustainable economic growth major challenge: Razak Dawood
The advisor pointed out that our economy was moving in the right direction
Finance Minister presents Economic Survey, credits govt polices for economic stability
Government needs to work on economic growth instead of stabilization: Finance Minister
Public will not be fooled by false claims of economic progress: Bilawal
We have to get rid of experiments like Imran Khan: PPP Chairman
Only PPP's economic policies can take country forward: Bilawal
PPP has always lived up to its promise of providing of basic necessities of public: Bilawal
Govt will show how poverty is eradicated: Shaukat Tarin
He said PML-N govt artificially maintained the value of Rupee against Dollar during its tenure.
Current economic situation result of PML-N's bad policies: Tarin
The finance minister expressed the hope to achieve a target of revenue collection up to Rs 4700bn
Foreign remittances reaches $29.1bn, exhibiting 34pc increase: Shahbaz Gill
He said GDP has registered 3.94 percent growth during current financial year
PM unaware of country's economic situation: Shahid Khaqan
No alliance can function with lack of trust: Shahid Khaqan
Pakistan's economy has potential to grow at an annual rate of 4pc: Moody's
The report said there is a possibility of higher growth rates in the future
Trade with India without resolving Kashmir issue would be treachery: PM Imran
He said the country was badly in debt when PTI came to power
Shaukat Tarin vows to put country on path sustainable growth
The Finance Minister said the tax rates will not be increased
Economy back on growth path as predicted two years back: Asad Umar
Clear policy of government of Imran Khan to put the economy on sustainable growth path: Asad
Reason for inflation is not interest rate but supply issues: Reza Baqir
The SBP governor said that the monetary policy is fully supporting the economic growth
Govt sets growth target of 4.8 percent for next fiscal year
He said the government is ensuring quality and sustained growth.
Imran Khan trying to cover up economic disaster with lies: Bilawal
PTI elites are robbing the country with both hands: PPP Chairman
Govt focusing revenue collections to achieve sustainable growth: Tarin
If the pace continues five percent economic growth is expected next year: Tarin
PM attributes 3.94% GDP growth estimate to success of govt policies
PM attributes estimated 3.94% GDP growth to success of govt policies
PM Imran's money laundering rhetoric brought the country to brink of being blacklisted: Bilawal
Bilawal lambasts PTI government’s poor economic planning
Pandemic dealt serious damage to economy, public must be given relief: Finance Minister
Pandemic dealt serious damage to economy, public must be given relief: Finance Minister
'Tough' IMF program will have political consequences: Finance Minister
FBR did a good job but some cases of harassment were also reported: Shaukat Tarin
Third wave of Covid-19 poses challenge to growing economy of Pakistan
The country recently launched triple-tranch Euro bonds raising UD$ 2.5 billion
Economy showing signs of recovery amid Coronavirus pandemic
The minister said suggestions presented during the meeting would be accorded due considerations.
PM directs utilizing out of the box solutions to provide relief to masses
PM directs utilizing out of box solutions to provide relief to masses
Tarin reiterates commitment to achieve macroeconomic stability
He said the World Bank had always been a source of support in pursuing reform agenda
PM expresses confidence on abilities of Finance Minister Shaukat Tarin
Tarin said only solution to economic problems is to bring GDP growth to at least 6 to 7 percent.
Pakistan to hike power tariff by Rs 3.34: IMF
The IMF has projected Pakistan’s fiscal adjustment at a staggering Rs 1.7 trillion
Economy in much better condition than in 2018: Hammad Azhar
The foreign exchange reserves had almost finished and the existing around US $7 to US $8 billion
IMF mulls additional financial support to partner countries
The discussion at the meeting focused on the impact of the pandemic on the economies of the region
Salaried persons facing difficulties in making ends meet: Sheikh Rashid
Imran Khan did unprecedented work to uplift the economy: Sheikh Rashid
Pakistan's external debt and liabilities reach $115.7 billion
The public external debt rose 3.3 percent
Govt aims to improve economy, put country on strong footing: Hafeez
We are working to live up to the expectations of the people: Hafeez
Pakistan plans to seek debt relief from China on power projects: Bloomberg
Deferment in payments will help government to reduce its fiscal deficit.
New IPPs agreement will help save Rs 800 billion: Dr Hafeez Shaikh
New IPPs agreement will help save Rs 800 billion: Dr Hafeez Shaikh
Budget deficit widens up to 2.5pc of GDP in first half of fiscal year
Provinces showed a surplus of Rs 255 billion in first six months of FY.
COVID-19 savages U.S. economy, 2020 performance worst in 74 years
The U.S. economy contracted in 2020 at its deepest pace since World War Two.
Govt inherited inflation, precarious economic crisis: Hafeez Sheikh
The ratio of country’s exports had become almost zero
Indicators show economy witnessing significant growth
Monthly inflation based on the CPI, decelerated to 8 percent on year-on-year (YoY) basis in Dec 2020
Exports of home textiles increases by 16pc to $2,017 million: Razak
The adviser said that the non-textile sector exports are also showing healthy growth.
Coronavirus affected 20 million livelihoods: Asad Umar
Pakistan adopted policy of smart lockdown: Asad Umar
Exports reach historic high in Dec 2020: Razak Dawood
The Adviser said this was the highest export ever in the previous month of December 2020.
Sialkot, Faisalabad facing labor shortage due to increased industrial activity: Hafeez Sheikh
Sialkot, Faisalabad facing labor shortage due to increased industrial activity: Hafeez Sheikh
Pakistan posts current account surplus of $447mln in Nov: PM Imran
For current fiscal year so far, surplus stands at $1.6 billion: Imran Khan
PM Imran calls for promoting SMEs to improve economic indicators
SMEs are an important component of economy: PM Imran
Economic indicators on positive trajectory despite challenges: Shibli Faraz
Government is working to provide every possible facility to public: Shibli Faraz
ADB's report on recovery of Pakistan's economy highly encouraging: Khusro Bakhtyar
ADB has also revised growth projections for South Asia from -6.8% to -6.1% for the year 2020.
PM congratulates economic team for bringing down sugar prices
Sugar is being sold at a national average of 81 rupees per kilogram: PM Imran Khan
Prudent policies led to positive economic growth in Q1
The remittances grew by 26.5% while foreign direct investment (FDI) increased by 9.1%
Pakistan registers $382 mn current account surplus in Oct: Asad Umar
Pakistan registers current account surplus for fourth straight month.
Economy on positive trajectory regardless of COVID-19: Hafeez Shaikh
Package to the construction industry has accelerated economic activities: Finance Advisor
Economy heading in right direction: Shahbaz Gill
Situation is improving due to untiring efforts of economic team: Shahbaz Gill
PML-N responsible for economic bankruptcy of Pakistan: Shahbaz Gill
Exports increased by 29 percent last month: Shahbaz Gill
Money launderers ruined country's economy: PM Imran
Those who looted nation's wealth are now trying to get NRO: PM Imran
Pakistan's Current Account Balance turns surplus for second consecutive month
The CAB surplus amounted to $508 million and $297 million during July and August 2020
Remittances increased by 31pc in first two months of FY: PM Imran
Country received record 2,768 million dollars in remittances in the month of July this year: PM
Govt policies improved economic situation: Hafeez Shaikh
Pakistan Stock Exchange is at the top in Asia: Finance Advisor
PM Imran admits mistake of letting Nawaz go abroad
The PM said that an atmosphere was created on Nawaz Sharif's illness that he would not survive.
S&P terms Pakistan's long-term outlook 'stable'
The agency said Pakistan had made progress toward consolidating its fiscal accounts
