The government of Pakistan’s word is worthless. What comes next for Pakistan’s energy sector?

If the entire energy supply chain is not privatized in short order, Pakistan will find its energy problems not going away any time soon

With new regulation and licences, what are the implications for branchless banking?

JazzCash and Easypaisa dominate branchless banking, but then why are they keen on gaining licences to be ‘digital banks’?

Frying the competition: How KFC made a comeback in Pakistan

KFC was dying a slow death when an HR professional was brought in

At Highnoon Laboratories, profits surge on export growth

Margin expansion, product line growth, and global markets access help the company grow its top and bottom lines

Cotton is no longer Pakistan’s White Gold. It is a ghost crop

In a move that would be laughable if it were not so tragic, Pakistan's government has finally decided to pay attention to...

Yes, PIA turned a profit. No, it’s not a turnaround

The national carrier seems to have turned profitable, surprising everyone. Why it should be taken with a pinch of salt

This is the fastest growing sport in the world. Can it take root in Pakistan?

Legends Arena in Karachi bet big on introducing padel to Pakistan – and the reaction speaks for itself

Pakistan’s candy kings

EBM and Mondelez are firmly placed in their positions as market leaders. But there is one local competitor that promises to show some fight

Ufone (PTML) dabbles into unchartered territory with ONIC, but what is there to gain?

What is a digital telco brand? What is the need of one? And what additional value does it offer customers already using a conventional network provider?

Engro makes bold bet on mobile towers as Jazz bows out

The deodar tower deal marks a turning point for Pakistan’s telecom infrastructure

Pakistan’s mystery billionaire

“He’s the Howard Hughes of Pakistan. Nobody ever sees him. You’re the first ones (among journalists) who are going to witness him...

The death of Maggi noodles

It is an iconic brand. At least two generations of Pakistanis have grown up with it. But Maggi noodles – the brand...

What on earth happened to TCS & can Saira Awan fix it?

The pace of change can sometimes overtake even the best companies, including those that have achieved the coveted “verb status”. In most...

Daraz is number one in Pakistani e-commerce. Can it stay that way?

The Alibaba-owned company is clearly the market leader in Pakistani e-commerce, but it is still too early to say that it has built a lasting advantage for itself

Between a saint and a shrine: The curse of Bahria Icon Tower

Launched in 2009, the Bahria Icon Tower has constantly fallen prey to messy legal problems. With no buyers in sight, how long will the tower remain a ghost-town?