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Taiwan Semiconductor Industry Sees Record Global Participation at SEMICON Taiwan 2026
Global Pavilion at SEMICON Taiwan 2026 sees record participation with 18 countries and 220 booths, driven by AI investment.
Pakistan Reports Strong Economic Performance to IMF, Aims for Capital Market Return
Finance Minister Muhammad Aurangzeb met with IMF officials in Washington D.C. to discuss progress and set future goals for Pakistan's economic strategy.
Finance Minister Reviews Pakistan’s Economic Performance with IMF Officials
Finance Minister Muhammad Aurangzeb met with senior IMF officials in Washington, D.C., discussing macroeconomic performance and reforms under EFF and RSF p
Pakistan Briefs IMF on Economic Reforms and Progress
Finance Minister Muhammad Aurangzeb briefed senior IMF officials on Pakistan's economic progress, focusing on fiscal discipline and structural reforms.
Fitch Ratings Boosts Taiwan GDP Projections for AI Sector
Fitch Ratings has revised its Taiwan GDP growth forecasts, predicting a higher rate of 9.4% in 2026 due to strong global demand…
KSE-100 Index Surges as Buying Interest Returns
The KSE-100 Index surges by nearly 600 points, with key sectors showing positive sentiment amid geopolitical tensions and rising oil prices.
Paramount Skydance’s £80bn Warner Brothers Takeover Gets EU Approval
European Commission gives conditional approval to £80bn takeover of Warner Brothers by Paramount Skydance.
Asian stocks rise on tech earnings and oil prices
Asian markets gained as US tech firms announced significant capital spending plans amid rising oil prices due to conflicts in the Middle…
US-Iran tensions bolster dollar as yen hits 40-year low
Tensions between the US and Iran have stabilized the dollar while the Japanese yen approaches a 40-year low due to rising oil…
Government raises Rs768 billion through Treasury bills auction
The federal government successfully raised Rs768 billion via a Treasury bills auction, with banks and provincial governments contributing significantly.
LCCI Urges Government to Address Petrol Dealers’ Concerns
LCCI President Faheem Ur Rehman Saigol calls for immediate engagement with petroleum dealers amid concerns over proposed daily pricing mechanism.
Samsung to Boost Pakistan’s Mobile Phone Exports
Pakistan invites Samsung to set up a regional hub for manufacturing and exporting smartphones, aiming to increase local production and value addition.
Tesla profits decline as stock falls
Tesla reported lower-than-expected earnings, leading to a 3% drop in its share price. The company's focus on SpaceX has shifted investor attention…
Finance Minister Criticizes Population Weightage in NFC Award
Pakistan's Finance Minister Muhammad Aurangzeb criticizes the National Finance Commission (NFC) Award for its heavy reliance on population, highlighting po
Petrol Pump Owners Postpone Strike Following Government Talks
APPPOA defers nationwide strike for two weeks as government promises to address grievances and review daily fuel pricing.
Heatwave Devastates European Crops, Pushing Up Food Prices
Record June temperatures devastate European grain harvest, pushing up food prices.
US Treasury Secretary Praises Pakistan’s Economic Reforms
US Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent commends Pakistan's progress in economic reforms and fiscal consolidation during a meeting with Finance Minister Muhamm
Government hikes petrol and diesel prices in response to global market fluctuations
Petrol price increased by Rs6.39 per litre, while HSD rose by Rs7.83 to reflect global market fluctuations.
Pakistan and Egypt Pledge to Boost Diverse Cooperation
Pakistan and Egypt agree to strengthen cooperation in trade, education, culture and IT.
US cancels Gordie Howe International Bridge opening ceremony
President Trump's 50% tariff on Canadian goods leads to cancellation of joint US-Canada celebration for the bridge.