Arif Habib urges reduction in energy costs and taxes to boost investment
Business tycoon Arif Habib urges reduction in energy prices and tax burden to boost economic growth and attract more investments.
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US Military Completes Latest Strikes on Iran, Targets Include Bandar Abbas
The US military completed its latest strikes against Iran, targeting key infrastructure including the strategic port city of Bandar Abbas.
Pakistan urges restraint, calls for revival of Iran-US talks
Pakistan calls for dialogue amid tensions between Iran and the US, warning of regional instability and global energy impacts.
Japanese Bond Yields Rise Amid US-Iran Tensions
Escalating US-Iran tensions drive Japanese bond yields higher as inflation concerns grow.
PSX gains as oil stabilizes, earnings season in focus
Pakistan Stock Exchange sees increased activity due to stabilized oil prices and focus on earnings season.
South African rand faces pressure amid US-Iran tensions
The South African rand weakened as investors reacted to US strikes on Iran, with oil prices rising and inflation concerns growing.
KSE-100 Index Surges Nearly 2,800 Points Amid Global Market Volatility
The Pakistan Stock Exchange's benchmark KSE-100 Index gains nearly 2,800 points amid geopolitical tensions and global market fluctuations.
Nickel prices rise due to Hormuz Strait concerns
Concerns over disruptions through the Strait of Hormuz led to a 2% increase in nickel prices, with fears of sulphur supply shortages…
Oil prices fall as traders assess US strikes on Iran
Brent and WTI crude futures decline amid fears of supply disruptions in the Strait of Hormuz following renewed hostilities between Iran and…
KSE-100 Surges Nearly 1,000 Points in Early Trade
The KSE-100 Index gained nearly 1,000 points as buying interest surged across key sectors. Geopolitical tensions in the Middle East kept investors…
Pakistan faces new challenges despite economic stability
Despite achieving economic stability, Pakistan faces new challenges including rising discontent among citizens and peripheral regions.
Shipping activity drops as US and Iran escalate Gulf strikes
Fewer vessels crossed the Strait of Hormuz amid renewed military strikes between U.S. and Iran, leading to a surge in oil prices.
Oil prices surge as US strikes on Iran heighten Middle East tensions
Brent crude futures climb to one-month highs amid fears of wider conflict in the Middle East following US attacks on Iranian military…
Asian shares fall as chipmakers struggle, bonds gain from inflation data
Asian stock markets declined due to semiconductor company performance concerns. TSMC's earnings are expected to be strong but face investor skepticism.
BOK Raises Interest Rates Amid Inflation Concerns
South Korea's central bank hikes benchmark interest rate by 25 basis points to counter inflation and stabilize currency.
Sindh CM explains reduced NFC share and industrial zone funding
Sindh Chief Minister Murad Ali Shah clarifies the reduction in NFC allocation due to provincial contributions, while assuring support for industrial zones
Samsung to Scale Back Free Storage Upgrade for Foldables
Samsung plans to scale back free storage upgrades for new Galaxy foldables amid rising memory prices.
OCAC Urges Government to Release Rs66.7bn PDCs to Avert Fuel Shortages
Oil Companies Advisory Council urges immediate release of Rs66.7 billion in pending claims to prevent potential fuel shortages amid tight supply and…
Digital payments rise in rural Pakistan but formalisation remains elusive
Despite a significant increase in QR-enabled merchants, digital payments do not automatically lead to formalisation and integration into the broader econom
Merit Packaging Limited Reports Mixed Financial Performance Despite Revenue Growth
Merit Packaging Limited reports revenue growth despite negative gross margins and operating losses, highlighting challenges faced by the company over the l