Business Desk

Business Desk

The Business Desk tracks economic trends, market movements, and business developments, offering analysis of both local and global financial news.

Pakistan government approves policy to attract financing for eco-friendly projects
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Pakistan government approves policy to attract financing for eco-friendly projects

ECC backs Green Taxonomy, housing subsidy, and steel sector boost; urges reforms in telecom and food pricing

World Bank VP concludes first visit to Pakistan, pledges deeper development support
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World Bank VP concludes first visit to Pakistan, pledges deeper development support

World Bank VP meets Pakistan leadership, vows support for growth, reforms, and tackling climate, energy challenges

S&P affirms Bangladesh's ‘B+’ credit rating amid economic stabilization
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S&P affirms Bangladesh's ‘B+’ credit rating amid economic stabilization

Stable outlook reflects strong per capita growth potential despite political uncertainty, looming U.S. tariffs on garment exports

S&P upgrades WAPDA credit rating following Pakistan sovereign boost
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S&P upgrades WAPDA credit rating following Pakistan sovereign boost

Outlook remains stable as high capex, under-recoveries, and liquidity constraints weigh on financial metrics

Gas price hike offers relief to Pakistan's exploration and production sector
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Gas price hike offers relief to Pakistan's exploration and production sector

OGDC, PPL, POL earnings dip on lower oil prices, production

S&P ratings upgrade expected to improve investor confidence in Pakistan
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S&P ratings upgrade expected to improve investor confidence in Pakistan

The last time all three major rating agencies upgraded Pakistan’s credit rating, the Pakistan Stock Exchange reacted positively the very next day