Controversies Persist After FIFA World Cup
Political interference and VAR debates continue to haunt the 2026 FIFA World Cup after Spain's victory over Argentina.
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Copper prices rise on Chinese demand and supply concerns
Copper prices increased by 0.29% due to strong Chinese buying and supply-side tightness despite macroeconomic worries from US-Iran tensions.
Petroleum Dealers Seek Higher Margins Amid Daily Pricing Reform
PPDA demands 8% margins and involvement in daily pricing mechanism, while government promises to consider recommendations.
PSX Surges as Oil Prices Ease Amid US-Iran Mediation
The Pakistan Stock Exchange's benchmark index soared 2,000 points amid oil price retreat and renewed mediation efforts between the US and Iran.
Gold prices rise as US-Iran diplomacy hopes dampen oil rally
Gold prices increased by 0.9% to $4,042.69 per ounce as investors weighed diplomatic efforts between the US and Iran.
DDR5 prices hit record highs amid AI demand
DDR5 memory module prices hit record highs in the second half of 2026 due to rising demand for AI and server applications.
PSX Surges as Middle East Mediation News Boosts Market
The Pakistan Stock Exchange (PSX) gained nearly 2,000 points amid reports of mediation efforts between the US and Iran. Key sectors saw…
FIFA World Cup 2026 Sets New Records for Attendance and TV Viewership
The 2026 FIFA World Cup broke attendance records with over 6.8 million spectators, while TV viewership surpassed previous records.
PSO to be sole importer of HSD, OMCs capped on petrol imports
The government has banned private oil marketing companies from importing high-speed diesel and limited their petrol import quantities. Pakistan State Oil w
Asian stocks rise as oil prices ease amid Middle East mediation efforts
Asian stock markets gained on Tuesday as oil prices eased due to mediation efforts in the Middle East. Investors await earnings reports…
US dollar near one-week high amid Gulf tensions
Markets remain volatile due to ongoing Middle East hostilities as the US dollar hovers near a one-week high. Inflation risks loom large…
YPAP Accuses DRAP of Allowing Drug Price Hikes
The Young Pharmacists Association of Pakistan (YPAP) has accused the Drug Regulatory Authority of Pakistan (DRAP) of allowing drug prices to increase,…
Business community urges PM to withdraw daily petroleum pricing policy
Industry leaders warn that daily price revisions could increase uncertainty and disrupt business planning in Pakistan’s manufacturing sector.
LCCI Urges Government to Implement Business-Friendly Fuel Conservation Measures
LCCI President Faheem-ur-Rehman Saigol calls for fuel conservation measures that do not harm business, trade and industrial activity.
Yemen’s Houthis Declare Maritime Blockade Against Saudi Arabia
Yemen’s Houthi rebels announce a maritime embargo against Saudi Arabia, escalating tensions in the region and disrupting global oil markets.
Judge Halts Paramount-Warner Bros. Merger
Federal judge pauses Paramount-Warner Bros. merger over antitrust concerns.
Petrol Prices Cut, Diesel Rates Hike for 24 Hours
Government implements daily fuel price updates; petrol reduced by Rs. 0.35/litre while diesel increased by Rs. 5.71/litre.
Government Adjusts Fuel Prices Amid Regional Tensions
Petrol price decreases by Rs0.35, while HSD increases by Rs5.71 per litre in response to global oil market fluctuations.
US Gas Prices Surge to $4 per Gallon Amid Mideast Tensions
AAA reports US gasoline prices back to $4 per gallon amid escalating conflict between the US and Iran, threatening upcoming midterm elections.
US stocks open higher amid earnings season and Iran conflict
Wall Street opens higher as major companies report earnings, while gasoline prices surge due to US-Iran tensions.