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Nida Gulzar

Nida Gulzar

Research Analyst

A distinguished economist with an M. Phil. in Applied Economics, Nida Gulzar has a strong research record. Nida has worked with the Pakistan Business Council (PBC), Pakistan Banks' Association (PBA), and KTrade, providing useful insights across economic sectors. Nida continues to impact economic debate and policy at the Economist Intelligence Unit (EIU) and Nukta. As a Women in Economics (WiE) Initiative mentor, she promotes inclusivity. Nida's eight 'Market Access Series papers help discover favourable market scenarios and export destinations.

Fields of Expertise

International Trade, Macroeconomics, Equity Research, Political Economy, Financial Economics

Pakistan banks cash in on dollar sales despite profits taking a hit
Business

Pakistan banks cash in on dollar sales despite profits taking a hit

Sector posts 5% annual profit rise, buoyed by foreign exchange gains as interest rate cuts squeeze earnings

Pakistan’s industrial power tariff at 13.5 cents – more than twice the rate in India, US
Research

Pakistan’s industrial power tariff at 13.5 cents – more than twice the rate in India, US

Higher rate limiting country’s ability to strengthen its export competitiveness and compete in global markets

Gold’s unstoppable surge: what’s fueling the record-breaking rally?
Research

Gold’s unstoppable surge: what’s fueling the record-breaking rally?

Gold delivered its strongest yearly performance in over 10 years, soaring 26% in 2024 and outpacing stocks, bonds, and commodities

Uraan Pakistan: Is economic stability here to stay?
Business

Uraan Pakistan: Is economic stability here to stay?

Experts weigh in on Pakistan’s economic revival.

MCB bank eyes low-cost deposits as interest rates drop
Business

MCB bank eyes low-cost deposits as interest rates drop

Bank strengthens market position with deposit growth and Islamic branches expansion

Higher imports, funding gap turn tables as Pakistan lands in current account deficit
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Higher imports, funding gap turn tables as Pakistan lands in current account deficit

The reversal comes despite strong support from remittances