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Pakistan’s trade deficit soars to three-year high in April
April sees sharp increase in imports, while exports continue to decline
May 02, 2025
May 02, 2025
April sees sharp increase in imports, while exports continue to decline
Measures include aligning derivatives taxes, boosting REITS, scrapping bonus share tax
Finance minister highlight minerals, rare earth metals as key opportunities amid trade imbalance
Strong financial performance and investor confidence propel UBL
Potential opportunities as major competitors face higher tariffs, India & Turkey now key rivals
Regional expansion forecast at 4.9% amid higher US tariffs; India outperforms while China cools