AutomobileU.S. builds just 384 EV charging ports under $7.5 billion program
Government Accountability Office says the joint office overseeing the effort has not set performance goals with clear targets or time frames

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AutomobileGovernment Accountability Office says the joint office overseeing the effort has not set performance goals with clear targets or time frames
HeadlinesBusiness leaders present concerns over expanded FBR’s arrest powers, energy costs, and interest rates, while seeking relief on tax issues and export facilitation
World Business NewsBoeing’s website states that it has the lowest operating cost per tonne, the best fuel efficiency, and the lowest carbon dioxide emissions in the 777X series
HeadlinesIncreased loans from commercial banks, the Saudi Oil Facility, and other financial arrangements contribute to a $2.6 billion rise in foreign inflows, though World Bank loan disbursements fell short of expectations
HeadlinesSinosure expresses reluctance to provide necessary coverage for bank lending to power projects; Chinese officials raise concerns over dollar reserves, security risks, and repayment issues
HeadlinesSugar Mills Association fails to honor Rs165/kg agreement; FIA informs Federal Minister for National Food Security that some mills halted sales, worsening shortage and driving up prices.
HeadlinesTCP’s tender for 50,000 metric tonnes of sugar fails to attract offers amid short shipment and arrival windows
HeadlinesSNGPL reports power plants used only 327 MMFCD of RLNG on July 16, 2025, with monthly average consumption at 501 MMFCD, below the required 600 MMFCD
HeadlinesDuty-free trade on select agricultural products to begin with Early Harvest Program; formal agreement cleared
HeadlinesPrivatization push accelerates as government plans to privatise 51% to 100% of assets in Iesco, Gepco, and Fesco between January and June of FY26
HeadlinesPre-qualified bidders begin due diligence; flights to Manchester set to resume on August 14, says Privatisation Commission Secretary
HeadlinesKSE-100 Index surges by 1,202 points amid political stability and expectations of SBP policy easing