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Wildfire smoke from Canada reaches US East Coast
Smoke from Canadian wildfires has spread to the US Midwest and Northeast, impacting air quality in major cities.
Asian Stocks Fall as Oil Prices Surge on Gulf Tensions
Asian stocks declined amid concerns over semiconductor overcapacity while oil prices surged due to renewed tensions in the Middle East.
Indian shares set to open flat amid earnings reports
Key Indian companies like Reliance Industries and HDFC Bank are due to release their earnings, while oil prices hover around one-month highs.
Government rejects PSMA’s request to export surplus refined sugar
The government has declined a proposal from Pakistan Sugar Mills Association to export 0.6 million tons of refined sugar, citing concerns over…
PM’s Focus on Agriculture Falls Short of Economic Reforms
Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif highlights agriculture’s potential for rapid economic recovery, but policy execution lags behind. Key reforms needed to drive
Gulf War Fuels Foreign Investment Outflow from Pakistan
Bahrain and UAE withdraw investments as conflict continues, impacting Pakistan’s economy.
Pakistan’s food import bill surges to $9.15 billion
Food imports in FY26 increased by 11.66% to $9.15 billion, driven by sugar and edible oil purchases.
Deutsche Bank Announces Updated Profit Rates for PLS Deposits
Deutsche Bank has revised its profit rates for various types of PLS deposits in Pakistan, ranging from 4.35% to 10.00%. Read more.
Trump Media Plans Controversial Access Fees for Truth Social Posts
Critics denounce Trump Media’s plan to charge for high-speed access to Truth Social posts, citing national security risks and financial market manipulation
TDAP Welcomes Iranian Business Delegation to Boost Trade Relations
Trade Development Authority of Pakistan welcomed an 11-member Iranian delegation to explore joint ventures and strengthen bilateral trade relations.
Pakistan Cables Limited Reports Staggering Growth in Net Profit but Faces Challenges
PCAL's financial performance shows a surge in profits followed by declining margins and eventual net losses.
Finance Minister Chairs Meeting on GM Corn
Federal Minister for Finance and Revenue, Senator Muhammad Aurangzeb, chaired the first meeting of the Committee on Genetically Modified (GM) Corn at…
Dutch company to expand operations in Pakistani textile sector
The Beddinghouse, a leading Dutch home textile company, plans significant expansion in Pakistan's textile sector through skilled human capital investment a
Ambassador and Counsellor Meet with Beddinghouse CEO
Pakistan's Ambassador Syed Haider Shah met with Beddinghouse CEO to discuss potential trade and investment opportunities.
Cheema pledges to curb hoarding, ensure wheat and fuel supplies
Federal Minister Ahad Cheema pledges zero tolerance for hoarding and profiteering while ensuring adequate supplies of essential commodities in Pakistan.
Veteran businessman stresses importance of developed capital market
Veteran businessman Arif Habib stresses the importance of a robust capital market during an SECP talk series, highlighting its role in sustainable…
Government Assures Sufficient Petrol Supply in Pakistan
The federal government has assured that Pakistan has sufficient stocks of petroleum products to meet domestic demand despite increased fuel consumption.
Government Pledges to Ensure Wheat and Fuel Supplies
Federal Minister Ahad Cheema pledges to ensure adequate wheat and fuel supplies, warning against hoarding and profiteering.
Energy IPOs Surge as Investors Seek AI Investments
Energy companies are raising $12.6 billion through IPOs, marking the highest half-year level since late 1999 and driven by investors’ hunt for…
Private Sector Thrives While Farmers Struggle in Pakistan’s Cotton Industry
Pakistan's cotton industry faces production decline despite private companies' success. Farmers struggle with rising costs, while companies generate Rs150-