Pakistan's top economic body approves PKR 100 million for the Cannabis Control Authority, PKR 372 million for NAB's digital transformation, and PKR 30 million for the hockey team's rewards
The central bank had kept the policy rate unchanged in successive meetings since December before increasing it today
Unusual weather affects crop, raising concerns over premature shipments
Up to 38% of cost linked to duties as demand weakens and capacity stays underused
Up to 50% waivers aim to clear backlog and cut logistics costs
Order sets routes, customs requirements under bilateral transport pact
The request follows directives from power minister to restore the 2015 framework that allowed DISCOs to process small-scale solar applications without fees
LNG disruptions force shift to costlier fuel for power generation
The bids between $17.997 and $18.88 per MMBTU are nearly double the $10–13 per MMBTU under long-term contracts with Qatar
Board approval expected in May as most benchmarks are achieved
Only tax-registered firms allowed as stricter quality checks introduced
Oil prices were volatile on Friday with Brent crude futures trading at $104.78
Regulator wants to replace paper-based identity checks with biometric authentication and bank account verification.
Week-on-week, the Sensitive Price Indicator fell 0.33%
Brokerages divided between rate hike and hold as oil risks cloud outlook
Energy prices, funding conditions and supply chains seen as key transmission channels
SBP completes ADFD settlement while Saudi, IMF inflows support outlook
Higher input costs and weaker yields may pressure agribusiness margins and food supply chains
Cursor was founded in San Francisco by Pakistan-born Sualeh Asif
Lending rises 20% as bank expands capacity, prioritizes private sector and infrastructure
