If the economy has any chance of surviving, the political instability must end
The first indications that a hung parliament will cause economic tremors in Pakistan have become apparent. An announcement from the IMF made...
A policy abyss
Pakistan is stuck in a low-growth trap. The population is growing at a rate of 2.5 percent per annum, while economic growth...
Dime-store Democracy
There is an election around the corner we hear. This Thursday all of the country’s registered voters will have the opportunity to...
Manifesto season?
With a fortnight left for the polls, two major parties come up with manifestoes
Shake-up at a start-up
The exit of Daraz’s CEO doesn’t just mean a shake-up there, but shows how start-ups need to double down
Climate check: can Pakistan add more cars without impacting the environment?
An influx of 350,000 cars is expected every five years: here’s what we can do about it
Staying out of power
The Cabinet has rejected PMUs but has no solution for DISCOs
Mr Chief Minister, please rest!Â
Mohsin Naqvi is a one-man army. Should we not have some sympathy for this overworked hero and relieve some of his burdens?
Manifesto casualness
Of the major parties, the PML(N) has not even released a manifesto, while the others are cagey about the economy
Pakistan’s auto industry has a bright future. Here’s why
Cautious optimism for the auto industry in 2024: Understanding the driving forces
Has economic turmoil placed the Pakistani businesses and startups on the back foot
The country's enterprising class appears to be growing more risk averse over time
Hopium – II: How Pakistan needs to rethink its planning
Pakistan needs disruptive changes, a deregulated business environment, and SOE reform if its economy is to grow
EV adoption: moving customers along the funnel
What is stopping Pakistanis from buying more electric vehicles?
Hopium – I: How Pakistan needs to rethink its energy planning
A deregulated oil and gas sector with a revamped pricing strategy is the way forwardÂ
What’s up at the stock market? A rebuttal
What’s up at the stock market? Contrary to recent opinion, its share prices and market sentiment