Pakistan’s textile exports to be badly hit by new US 29% tariff
India gains competitive advantage in textile exports as its lower tariff rate contrasts with Pakistan’s new 29% levy
Pakistan’s trade deficit narrows by 7.5% in March 2025
Exports rise by 1.9% YoY, while imports see a decline of 2.5% YoY
IMF delegation begins visit to Pakistan to assist in shaping 2025-26 federal budget
ISLAMABAD: An International Monetary Fund (IMF) delegation will arrive in Pakistan on Friday to assist in the preparation of the federal budget...
SBP foreign exchange reserves rise by $70 million, reaching $10.68 billion
ISLAMABAD: Foreign exchange reserves held by the State Bank of Pakistan (SBP) saw an increase of $70 million in the week ending...
Pakistan stock market hits record high as investors brush off Trump’s tariffs
KSE-100 surges past 118,900 after electricity tariff cut, defying global market turmoil triggered by U.S. trade war
Yearly inflation drops to 59-Year low at 0.7% in March
Sharp decline from last year’s record 38% inflation signals continued economic stabilisation
Pakistan faces 29% tariff on US goods under Trump’s new reciprocal tariffs plan
Reciprocal tariffs targeting over 60 countries, including China and EU, to begin in April
Federal borrowing drops 66% as SBP profits, foreign inflows ease budget deficit
Government borrowing from domestic banks declines to Rs 1.386 trillion; SBP transfer boosts fiscal position
Govt announces Rs7.41 per unit electricity price reduction
Power tariff cut follows strategic reforms and IMF approval; PTV fee elimination also planned by July 2025
Retailers reap substantial profits amid Ramadan crackdown, despite Rs. 45 million in fines
KARACHI:Â Despite a significant crackdown, retailers in Karachi continue to enjoy substantial profits during Ramazan, with fines amounting to Rs. 45 million...
Pakistan’s 3-month maize exports crash 87.19% due to government policy missteps
ISLAMABAD: Pakistan’s maize exports have suffered a drastic 87.19% decline in the first three months of 2025, following a remarkable surge in...
FBR launches new office to tackle smuggling and revenue loss
ISLAMABAD: The Federal Board of Revenue (FBR) has inaugurated the Office of the Director General (Special Initiatives - Customs) to address critical...
Ramadan 2025 marks second-highest returns for PSX since 2015, reports brokerage house
ISLAMABAD: The month of Ramadan in 2025 delivered the second-best returns for the Pakistan Stock Exchange (PSX) since 2015, according to a...
World Bank approves $300M loan for Punjab Clean Air Program
Initiative aims to curb smog, reduce pollution, and improve public health in Punjab
Pakistan’s e-commerce sector hits $7.7bn in 2024, SMEs face challenges in tapping global market: report
Despite a 17% annual growth forecast, SMEs struggle with payment barriers, unreliable internet, and consumer trust issuesÂ