HeadlinesFinance ministry's report says lack of transparency in SIFC initiatives may weaken investor confidence
Limited disclosure on concessions, fiscal costs and regulatory relaxations risks weakening investment governance credibility
Jan 9, 2026
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HeadlinesMultinationals flag tax refund delays, urge super tax cut from 10% to 6% in next budget
OICCI member companies raise concerns over delayed refunds, advance tax collection and policy uncertainty, while calling for phased corporate tax cuts alongside a reduction in super tax in FY27
Jan 9, 2026
HeadlinesFBR drafts plan to rationalise duties and taxes on mobile phone imports
Proposal to NA finance committee includes duty review, PTA consultation, and relief for mid-range smartphones
Jan 9, 2026
HeadlinesPakistan ranks among top global donors, but 42% unable to give due to financial constraints
Report shows 73% Pakistanis donated in 2024, above global average, while affordability remains main barrier to giving
Jan 9, 2026
HeadlinesPakistan urges World Bank to back battery storage projects
Energy Minister meets Bank Country Director to strengthen investment and technical support in power sector
Jan 8, 2026
HeadlinesPakistan foreign exchange reserves edge up $141 million to $21.19 billion
SBP-held reserves rise to $16.06 billion as commercial banks hold $5.14 billion
Jan 8, 2026
HeadlinesPakistani banks among Asia-Pacific’s top return performers in 2025: S&P Global
Bank of Punjab leads regional rankings as PSX rally boosts banking stocks
Jan 8, 2026
HeadlinesWorld Bank-funded Balochistan livelihoods project creates 19,000 jobs, supports 45,000 beneficiaries
328 Business Support Facilities have been set up, and 12,199 individuals, including 42% women, have been trained in entrepreneurship
Jan 8, 2026
HeadlinesVisa reaffirms commitment to expanding digital payments and financial inclusion in Pakistan
Visa's delegation discusses initiatives to support small businesses, expand payment solutions to smaller cities, and promote financial inclusion during high-level talks with Finance Minister Muhammad Aurangzeb
Jan 8, 2026
HeadlinesDirector General of Trade Organisations sets final deadline for trade bodies to renew licences
DGTO warns of penalties and licence cancellations for non-compliance with statutory reporting requirements by January 12, 2026
Jan 8, 2026
HeadlinesFBR to penalise companies for non-compliance with electronic sales tax invoice integration
Tax body starts imposing heavy penalties from January 2026 on companies failing to integrate with electronic sales tax invoicing system after missed deadlines
Jan 8, 2026
HeadlinesCDWP conditionally recommends Rs465 billion Lahore-Bahawalnagar motorway project for Ecnec approval, despite regulatory concerns
Project cleared despite breaching the National Fiscal Pact and disregarding Prime Minister’s directive for 50% funding from Punjab government
Jan 8, 2026