Data suggests Pakistani workforce is caught in "structural deterioration" where stagnating wages and a lack of social mobility are eroding the very fabric of society
Easing financial conditions and agriculture recovery support outlook, but higher imports and trade shocks loom
Calls debt servicing biggest challenges; cautions against raising import duties
Tax authority plans tech-driven checkpoints with arrest powers to tackle illegal trade
Commerce Ministry directs FBR to ease congestion at Karachi, Gwadar ports and border crossings
Documents suggest the IMF wants Pakistan to end sales tax concessions on locally manufactured hybrid vehicles and bikes from July 1
Policy reforms and foreign partnerships aim to unlock vast copper, gold and gemstone reserves
Ktrade says expanding military partnerships and long-term contracts could boost forex inflows, technology investment and geopolitical influence
Finance ministry plans RFPs, roadshows as it targets cheaper funding and a more stable debt profile
Limited availability of quality local cotton and higher imported yarn prices keep market firm
Experts say lower interest rates, increased options spurring higher sales
This video takes a closer look at how economic growth, exports, foreign exchange reserves, poverty levels, and policy stability shape national resilience
Analysts attribute the surge to rising international prices, currency fluctuations, and growing investor appetite for safe-haven assets
Demand shows early recovery, but sub-60% utilization keeps expansion risks in focus
Assemblers and parts makers say PKR 3 million limit no longer fits market after price surge
Government to seek fresh expressions of interest for the appointment of a financial adviser for the privatization of Roosevelt Hotel
Industry warns high electricity costs are eroding competitiveness
Overall SOEs profit fell 13% to PKR 709.9 billion, compared with PKR 820.7 billion a year earlier
Proposed 2026-33 framework targets 50% localization in mobile phones, $700 million in exports
On a year-on-year basis, the Sensitive Price Indicator recorded an increase of 3.20%
