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
PSX surges past 149,000 points, fueled by investor optimism
KSE-100 index gains over 1,100 points, driven by strong buying interest in key sectors
OGDCL, PPL increase financing commitment for Reko Diq copper-gold project to $715 million
Shareholder contributions raised to $391 million, with total project financing now at $3.5 billion
National Assembly’s PAC orders special audit of IPPs over rising capacity payments
Committee flags mismanagement, policy gaps, and Rs45bn fuel payment irregularities in power sector