Auto parts makers warn against used car imports, call for consistent policies
Parts makers fear job losses as used car imports threaten local industry
Flood affects 32 mini power stations in Khyber Pakhtunkhwa
Small hydro stations hit while major plants remain safe
Pakistan’s large-scale industry posts negative growth of 0.74% in FY25, with key sectors struggling
Textile, garments, tobacco, petroleum products, pharmaceuticals, and food sectors lead the decline; Automobiles show 46.15% growthÂ
Swabi tobacco industry protests deployment of FBR officials, Rangers at factories
Chamber members and tobacco entrepreneurs express concerns over government actions disrupting business operations
Pakistan Customs issues revised values for imported spun yarn
Polyester, viscose, acrylic yarn imports from China, Thailand, Indonesia, Vietnam to follow new tariff rates
Pakistan to introduce Digital Product Passport for textile exports, says commerce coordinator
Prime minister's coordinator discusses environmental sustainability, waste management, and enhancing supply chain transparency initiatives with Octans Digital
ADB discusses growth opportunities for Pakistan’s textile sector, seeks compliance with global standards
Country Director Emma Fan highlights ADB’s strategy and explores ways to boost textile exports and industry sustainability
Pakistan’s tobacco exports surge by 158% to $166.5 million in FY25
Tobacco exports surged by 140.18%, rising from 43,520 metric tons to 18,282 metric tons during the same period
Pakistan’s textile exports rise by 33.7% to $1.69 billion in July FY25-26
Significant increase in textile exports marks a notable year-on-year growth compared to last year’s figures
Power companies report Rs11 billion decline in transmission and distribution losses in FY25
Power sector shows slight improvement in loss reduction, but recovery figures remain disputed by NEPRA
Saudi Aramco reports lower Q2 revenues, forecasts higher oil demand in second half of 2025
Despite a dip in crude prices, Aramco anticipates stronger demand in the second half, supported by higher output and refining performance
Electricity price in Pakistan to rise by 25% over next 8 years, says power division forecast
Average tariff expected to hit Rs29.70/unit by 2034 due to currency devaluation, impacting industrial competitiveness and consumer costs; shift towards cleaner energy sources may help reduce price pressures
Cabinet Committee on Energy directs power division to cut open access notice, review 800MW wheeling cap annually
Government shortens open access switch timeline, orders yearly review of 800MW wheeling cap to boost power market liberalization
FBR grants powers to IRS and provincial officers for cigarette seizures
New regulations enable officers to seize cigarettes without valid or fake stamps nationwide
Sindh sets new minimum wage at Rs40,000, boosts rates for skilled workers
New wage structure effective July 1 applies to all establishments; Rs192 per hour fixed for daily wagers