Rising costs pushes Amazon, other retailers to revisit ‘free’ shipping

LOS ANGELES: There is no such thing as free shipping. Even so, Amazon and other online retailers who use so-called free delivery to cultivate customer...

Russians reluctantly embrace Chinese cars after Western brands depart

As the exodus of Western carmakers narrows options for Russian consumers, Chinese automakers are filling the gap, forcing Russians to overcome their...

The IMF has nothing to do with delayed polls. But are we surprised at the trust deficit with the fund? 

The govt has severely jeopardized its credibility with the IMF and continued with business as usual

If not IMF, then what?

The ninth review of Pakistan’s International Monetary Fund (IMF) programme has become a bit of a running joke – even though, for...

Pakistan begins observing most expensive Ramzan ever 

It is expected that inflation will remain around 28 to 30% in coming months   

Surging unemployment amongst soaring inflation 

Writing for Dawn, author Mohiuddin Aazim explains that the recent increase in fuel oil and gas prices is devastating for the majority...

Stronger IPR laws can benefit small and medium-sized enterprises 

An article in The Express Tribune on Wednesday highlighted that the leaders in Karachi’s business community are advocating for Pakistan to strengthen...

Miftah claims IMF “not interested” in providing Pakistan bailout

Former finance minister Miftah Ismail has claimed that the International Monetary Fund (IMF) is "not interested" in providing Pakistan with a bailout...

Buying back bonds: An innovative solution for Pakistan’s financial woes

Writing for The Express Tribune, author AAH Soomro suggests that efficient management of companies and countries requires constant effort to maximize profits...

Miftah Ismail, cautions against any form of debt restructuring

Former finance minister Dr. Miftah Ismail has cautioned against any kind of debt restructuring, warning that it would have far-reaching repercussions on...

Investors brace for hard landing as banking woes stoke recession fears

Fears of a recession are growing on Wall Street, as stress in the banking sector following the collapse of Silicon Valley Bank...

Pakistan upgraded to middle-income country but struggles with infrastructure

Writing for Express Tribune, author Salman Siddiqui points out that Pakistan has recently been upgraded to a middle-income country, but it faces...

Exclusive: Embattled Shehbaz claims political uncertainty not a hindrance in IMF talks 

Claims his govt has accepted ‘harsh’ terms from the fund and is trying its best not to offend the IMF

The informal sector: A significant contributor to Pakistan’s economy

Writing for Dawn, author Dr. Abdul Wahid explains that the informal sector has become a significant contributor to Pakistan's economy, adding approximately...

Global rating downgrades deter foreign Investors from investing in Pakistani market

Writing for Express Tribune, author Faraz Ahmed explains that Pakistan's stock market has been facing a range of challenges for several years,...