The govt is acquiring land for a proposed solar power plant in Muzaffargarh. But will investors bite this time? 

NTDC has acquired 2553 acres of land for construction of 600 MW Solar Power Project in Muzaffargarh. 

Export of bananas and onions temporarily banned during Ramadan: Commerce Minister

Food ministry cites concerns of potential price escalations

Dutch-Egyptian company, MNT-Halan, acquires Advans Pakistan Microfinance Bank Ltd

CCP greenlights acquisition of Advans group’s Pakistani microfinance bank

Musadik promises to keep Rs2310 billion circular debt in check

Outlines his plans to curb the growing circular debt problem in power sector

What lies ahead for Muhammad Aurangzeb? 

The new finance minister faces the toughest negotiation of his career as he takes the driving seat. 
Mining industry

What can KP’s proposed mining policy do? 

KPK CM decides in principle to introduce rudimentary reforms in mining sector

As Shehbaz Sharif takes charge, what are his first steps for the energy sector? 

Early shut down of markets is on the cards again as the PM directs power authorities to update him on the Energy Saving Plan

Govt increases gas price for fertiliser industry. But are some players more equal than others?

The recent change in gas prices has been welcomed by the fertiliser industry with one caveat

Moody’s changes outlook to stable for the banking sector

The view comes on the back of macro challenges which are expected to ease in the coming year

As inflationary pressures subside, is a rate cut on the horizon?

The central bank has released the MPC schedule, and the market is eagerly anticipating the decision on the policy rate

Government likely to restrict export of onion and banana 

Steps taken to counter shortage, and irregular jumps in prices during Ramazan

Abbasi urges new govt to go privatisation route

Privatisation is the only way forward for to overcome the economic crisis, says former premier  

Will local refineries finally be able to produce high-margin petroleum products? 

Refineries initiate feasibility studies as the government charts an upgradation policy

Cement sales are falling. Will the trend continue?

The sector sees slow down in February compared to same period last year

Punjab has mapped over 2.5 million parcels of land. What does that mean? 

Initiative includes comprehensive scanning and geo-portal development for improved record accessibility and a uniform land record.Â