Oil prices rise amid heightened US-Iran tensions
Brent crude futures increase by 1.25% amid escalating US-Iran hostilities and threats of Red Sea route closure.
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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…
PIA’s Fleet to Expand to 60 Aircraft Over Next Decade
Businessman Arif Habib outlines plans to expand Pakistan International Airlines’ fleet to 60 aircraft over the next decade, aiming for improved performance
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.
AI chip price hikes prompt automaker caution
Semiconductor suppliers increase prices amid AI demand surge, but production remains stable for now.
US electric vehicle market stabilizes post-tax credit expiry
The US electric vehicle market has shown signs of stabilization after the expiration of federal clean-vehicle tax credits in September 2025.
Memory shortages force electronics manufacturers to secure long-term contracts
Suppliers tighten grip on DRAM and NAND memory to secure future supplies amid rising prices and longer lead times.
Noah Kahan Supports Massachusetts Bill to Cap Ticket Resale Prices
Massachusetts Governor Maura Healey introduces The Great Divide Act, capping resale prices and limiting fees. Noah Kahan supports the legislation to protec
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.
Oil prices dip amid Iran threat to Red Sea route
Brent crude futures fell by about 1 percent, settling at $84.23 per barrel, amid escalating tensions in the Middle East and Iran’s…
Where to Get 2026 FIFA World Cup Final Tickets Online
Where to buy tickets for the 2026 FIFA World Cup Final featuring Spain vs Argentina. Find cheap seats and secure your spot…
Kacey Musgraves’ Stanley Collection Still Has Two Items Available
Discover what's still in stock from Kacey Musgraves' collaboration with Stanley 1913, including the cow-print bottle and pet bowl.
Government Urges Caution as Petrol Stocks Drop to 14-Day Cover
Pakistan's oil stocks have declined to a 14-day cover, prompting urgent government action and concerns over potential hoarding. Read more.
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.
Apple’s OLED iPad Mini Upgrade Rumored for October
Bloomberg reports that Apple's iPad Mini could get an OLED display upgrade in October. Prices may increase following recent hikes across the…
PTA Confirms 5G Services to Launch Without Immediate Price Increase
Pakistan's telecom operators will initially offer 5G services through existing data packages, assuring users of affordable access.