Business & Economy Published 13 Apr, 2024 04:56pm Pakistan makes major loan repayment ahead of IMF talks Pakistan has been grappling with a severe balance of payments crisis, along with soaring inflation
Business & Economy Published 02 Apr, 2024 03:24pm World Bank forecasts bleak Pakisani economy for the next 3 years WB calls for clearly articulated agenda to improve economic outlook
Pakistan Published 21 Mar, 2024 10:46am IMF recommends imposing taxes on online commerce platforms The websites that only list advertisements from sellers will not be taxed
Business & Economy Updated 19 Mar, 2024 01:13pm Pakistan needs $4.8 billion before July, says SBP governor Adds that govt is planning to get billions worht of debt rolled over
Business & Economy Published 11 Mar, 2024 09:55pm Former HBL CEO Aurangzeb takes over as Pakistan’s finance minister Aurangzeb was picked over several veterans previously involved in handling the $350 billion economy
Pakistan Updated 08 Mar, 2024 11:45pm IMF backs new Pakistan programme, urges electoral row resolution IMF to send team for second review after cabinet is formed
Business & Economy Published 01 Feb, 2024 09:00pm New year brings higher inflation for Pakistanis Report reveals inflation is higher in urban areas compared to rural
Business & Economy Published 28 Jan, 2024 02:48pm How will dollar’s value fare after elections? The value of the rupee has imporved since the year began
Business & Economy Published 09 Jan, 2024 01:26pm Oil prices predicted to fall as production declines Manufacturing and construction has slowed down across the world, affecting demand
Business & Economy Updated 08 Jan, 2024 11:51pm PSX briefly crosses 65,000 barrier in intraday trading before closing negative Benchmark index closes at 64,237.02 after shedding 277.87 points
Pakistan Published 27 Dec, 2023 03:43pm Pakistan’s quest for stability and progress to continue in 2024 Pakistan is in danger of experiencing economic instability
Business & Economy Published 25 Dec, 2023 10:33am World Bank fears policy reversals after general elections Political, governance risks are high because of upcoming poll, says international lender
Business & Economy Published 13 Dec, 2023 06:42pm Fitch maintains Pakistan’s rating unchanged at ‘CCC’ Says elections could endanger the durability of recent reforms
Business & Economy Published 07 Dec, 2023 10:58am Oil rebounds from six-month-low, demand concerns still cloud 'Oil markets may have been oversold,” which could mean the recovery is a “short-term rebound,' says markets analyst
World Published 05 Dec, 2023 05:17pm India to be world’s third-largest economy by 2030: S&P Global Ratings India has one of the youngest working populations in the world
Pakistan Published 29 Nov, 2023 12:13pm IMF team discusses establishing autonomous customs body The ongoing talks have no link to the IMF program, sources said
Business & Economy Published 26 Nov, 2023 10:23am No plans to demonetise Rs5,000 note, Shamshad Akhtar clarifies Adds that real solution is providing lucrative investment opportunities to public
Business & Economy Published 16 Nov, 2023 11:33pm SBP’s forex reserves fall to $7.39b Total liquid foreign reserves of country stands at $12.53b
Pakistan Published 16 Nov, 2023 07:34pm PM directs all stakeholders to pursue SIFC initiatives to reap dividends Apex committee calls for making comprehensive strategy to address oil and gas issues
Business & Economy Published 15 Nov, 2023 11:10am Govt expects good news as IMF talks end Govt has agreed on a windfall tax on banks
Pakistan Updated 14 Nov, 2023 11:30am IMF seeks assurance from friendly countries before extending loans to Pakistan The second tranche of $710 million could be released by December
Business & Economy Updated 13 Nov, 2023 10:58pm Pakistan assures IMF of more tax collection from real-estate sector: sources Interim govt says will not introduce mini-budget and new taxes
Business & Economy Updated 13 Nov, 2023 05:28pm Stock market crosses 56,000 points for the first time KSE-100 Index records biggest single-day rally since Aug 9
Pakistan Published 08 Nov, 2023 11:35am IMF demands briefing on Special Investment Facilitation Council Govt hopes to attract massive investment from Gulf countries soon
Business & Economy Published 07 Nov, 2023 11:46pm Pakistan pitches SIFC projects to investors at Dubai show Investors’ community lauded the event as an important initiative
Business & Economy Published 06 Nov, 2023 12:34pm IMF rejects report on SOE losses, demands increase in revenue Govt asked to raise revenue collection to Rs6,670 billion
Business & Economy Updated 02 Nov, 2023 09:36am IMF delegation arrives as Pakistan seeks second tranche of loan Pakistan is optimistic of talks being successful
Business & Economy Published 25 Oct, 2023 10:58am Pakistan likely to secure second tranche as IMF team due next week The government is confident of satisfying the IMF team
Business & Economy Updated 17 Oct, 2023 04:49pm Rupee’s 28-day winning streak ends at interbank market Pakistan bourse closes in a negative zone
Business & Economy Updated 13 Oct, 2023 04:57pm Dollar falls for 27th consecutive session in interbank Foreign currency at Rs277.62 in interbank market