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New immigration and passport authority to streamline immigration operations 

ISLAMABAD: The federal government plans to establish a separate authority for immigration and passport services, potentially diverting over Rs 70 billion in annual revenue currently earned by the Ministry of Interior. Over the last year,...
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Pakistan no longer has a population problem

While the rest of the world struggles with low birth rates, Pakistan is entering the sweet spot of the double demographic dividend. We should abolish the Population Welfare Department to keep the demographic party going longer

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Beyond all the talk, are electric vehicles truly affordable in Pakistan?

Profit explores the total cost of ownership among various 4-wheeler technologies to ascertain who leads the pack

Modi’s election performance is set to jolt Pakistan’s rice market. Here’s how

Last year, India had planned to pull its rice from the international market, creating an opportunity for Pakistani farmers. The party is now over

Prepare for turbulence

Pakistan has finally secured a deal with the IMF, but the market does not seem to be reacting the way it should have. Let us find out what other risks Pakistan possesses apart from its financial risk

RUDA is starting to approve private housing societies. Where do things stand?

After controversial beginnings, the Ravi Riverfront Project is getting into the hands of private developers. What does it take?

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If you’re not paying for journalism, you’re paying to not have journalism

Quality is the staple product of this stapled product. Or so we think. As do you, if reader feedback...

If the economy has any chance of surviving, the political instability must end

The first indications that a hung parliament will cause economic tremors in Pakistan have become apparent. An announcement from...

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What is the reality of Pakistan’s defense budget?

There are many myths that surround the defense budget. This is the reality

DISCOS – Is there a way out of the existential quagmire?

The current discussion on economic issues in government circles as well as business networks seems to be focused upon the host...

Stability and reform: Navigating financial challenges in Pakistan’s power sector

Pakistan's power sector is at a critical crossroads, facing significant financial challenges that threaten its stability and sustainability. Changing policies and...

The bitter aftertaste of FED on Pakistan’s juice industry

In face of the need to broaden our tax net, the government imposed a flat 20% Federal Excise Duty (FED) on...

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HBL Inspire I “Global Markets Outlook and Local Impact” I Risha A Mohyeddin, Global Treasurer – HBL

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What next from KIA, after 15 lacs drop in Stonic’s price | Featured in Profit

Profit explains what exactly went behind the scenes that led to the drastic price drop of KIA Stonic in Pakistan, and what to expect...
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Lawmakers are running wild with development budgets while important projects languish | Profit

In the backdrop of Pakistan’s fiscal landscape, development spending has been a critical area of concern, as revealed by the last budget. Not only...
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Alfalah’s brokerage CEO resigns following billion-rupee loss | Featured in Profit

With Bank Alfalah stepping in to rescue the brokerage house, the question remains as to why?

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Institutional reform in the federal government requires a gutting of the bureaucracy, the elimination of thousands of jobs, and strong political will

PSO wants a loan-to-equity swap against its debt. How well thought out is the plan?

With circular debt ballooning out of control, out of the box thinking is being used to address it. Sadly, it won’t work

PostEx’s acquisition of CallCourier has propelled them to the top of the logistics market in Pakistan. What’s next?

The logistics business has not been easy for anyone in Pakistan. After its acquisition of CallCourier, what is PostEx’s plan forward? plan forward?

Walls rules Pakistan’s ice cream economy with an iron fist. Could Omore have an opening this year?

Launched in 1995, Walls climbed over local players to the top and has fended off any attempts at competition. Could that change?

How bad is the labour problem in Pakistan’s platform economy?

Pakistan’s platform economy is big, but the realities of gig work in a country without labour protection are often chilling. A new report sheds light on this

Sadapay has laid off at least 30% of its entire workforce, including some C-suite executives

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