Revised rates take effect October 21, offering higher returns on special savings, Behbood, short-term and Islamic savings schemes
Two Qatari cargoes arrived this month against eight a year ago, as LNG-based power generation fell 56% in September
RLNG-based electricity generation drops 56% in September as coal's share rises and fuel costs increase
World Bank figures cited in the report show private sector credit falling from 16% of GDP in 2019, highlighting Pakistan's financing constraints
Government considers private investment and restructuring of gas utilities as circular debt and supplier payments strain the sector
Talks focus on attracting American investment, improving mining technology and connecting Pakistani mineral producers with US buyers
Cabinet cut the maximum HSD spread to USD 38 per barrel, while the international spread averages USD 52.10
Jihad Azour says broader, fairer and more predictable taxation is central to Pakistan’s IMF-backed reform program and efforts to unlock private investment
Base-case power purchase price is estimated at PKR 27.31 per unit, with six scenarios ranging from PKR 25.88 to PKR 29.26
Recent actions against Bank of America and American Express show AML enforcement remains a significant credit risk for large banks despite broader regulatory easing
Proposal draws on Türkiye and UK reforms and targets circular debt, cross-subsidies and system losses, ahead of presentation to the PM
Growth slowed to 2% in the final quarter as industrial activity contracted, while agriculture and services remained supportive, Topline Research says
Shipments reached 420,277 metric tons, while exporters expect a bumper crop to create room for stronger sales in international markets
PCGA data show textile mills bought 3.45 million bales, while total unsold stock fell to 531,530 bales
Jameel Ahmad cites USD 21.5 billion in reserves, 3.7% growth and a third straight primary surplus
IMFC says depleted buffers, high debt and supply-chain disruptions leave economies vulnerable despite stronger-than-expected performance through recent shocks
Financial businesses and power lead quarterly inflows as Canada and China emerge as major investment sources; IT exports reach USD 435 million in September
Technology exports rose 18% year-on-year, while first-quarter FY27 exports reached USD 1.25 billion, according to Finance Ministry adviser Khurram Schehzad
Ahad Khan Cheema named incoming chair as Pakistan returns to the role for the first time since 1953
Proposed structure would combine a World Bank policy-based guarantee with MIGA coverage as Islamabad seeks long-term financing at competitive rates
