IMF urges Pakistan to integrate parliamentarians’ projects into regular budget process, limit supplementary grants
Fund calls for enhanced transparency, stricter scrutiny of parliamentarians' projects, and better management of public finance to ensure fiscal discipline.
White sugar premium widens to 13-month high on Pakistan buying
White sugar futures rise 2.6% to US$490 per tonne, premium hits highest level since July 2024, Bloomberg data shows
Pakistan introduces risk coverage scheme to boost credit access for small farmers
Government aims to provide loans up to Rs3 million to underserved farmers, with financial institutions protected against lending risks
Karachi traders face Rs15 billion loss as torrential rain disrupts city’s economy
Business activities halted after flooded streets, overflowing sewers, and waterlogged shops prevented buyers from reaching markets; goods and infrastructure worth billions damagedÂ
Pesticide industry accuses DPP of regulatory paralysis, flouting binding rules
Crop protection body warns delays, lost files, and arbitrary rules threaten food security
KSE-100 Index hits record high, closes above 150,000 for the first time everÂ
Strong institutional activity and Moody's ratings upgrade support bullish momentum, with the benchmark index soaring to 150,591
Prime Minister Sharif’s upcoming China visit to mark formal launch of CPEC Phase-II
Pakistan extends an invitation to President Xi Jinping to visit Islamabad in 2026 to mark 75th anniversary of diplomatic relations between the both nationsÂ
Chinese IPPs refuse to waive late payment surcharges, hindering circular debt clearance
Dispute over interest payment stalls circular debt resolution as Pakistan seeks further tariff relief ahead of PM's visit to China; Outstanding balance owed to Chinese IPPs stands at Rs423 billion
ECC approves Rs5.8 billion relief package for monsoon flood victims
Package includes Rs4 billion immediate release and measures to address ongoing challenges in disaster response
Foreign Direct Investment into Pakistan rises 7% in July 2025, reaching $208 million
China leads investments, with overall foreign investment outlook improving due to positive economic indicators
ECC approves uniform application of Fuel Charges Adjustment across the country
KE consumers to face DISCOs’ fuel charge adjustments as ECC approves tariff rationalization
Flood affects 32 mini power stations in Khyber Pakhtunkhwa
Small hydro stations hit while major plants remain safe
PSX hits new highs, closes at record 149,770.74 mark
KSE-100 Index crosses 150,000 mark during intraday trade, fuelled by optimism over circular debt reforms
Pakistan records current account deficit of $254 million in July 2025
Current account deficit widens as exports rise, imports increase, and remittances grow
Pakistan plans to re-enter global capital markets with Panda Bonds, Sustainable Bonds, and Eurobonds
Debt Management Office states work is underway for issuance of Sustainable Bonds, with Sustainable Financing Framework finalised and currently under review by federal cabinet