Economy

Planning Commission data show 65% utilization of approved projects as provinces and NHA lead spending

Study says $107B in planned gas infrastructure may leave India, Pakistan and Bangladesh exposed to price shocks

Ratings agency warns prolonged price surge could slow world economy and push up inflation

SBP permits crude and fuel imports on CIF basis for 60 days amid regional tensions

Mission discusses fiscal policy, inflation targets and Middle East risks to economic outlook

Calls for practical reforms to remove bottlenecks across the capital market ecosystem

Strategic reserves offer short-term buffer, but downstream costs may rise if Hormuz disruption persists

Middle East conflict disrupts air routes and pushes carriers to add fuel surcharges

Crude slump trims expected petrol and diesel increases by up to 40%

Four shipments arrive or en route ahead of Eid as traders blame “gas mafia” for overpricing

CEO warns prolonged U.S.-Israel-Iran conflict could have “catastrophic” global economic impact

Cumulatively, Pakistan receives $26.5 billion in remittances from July-February FY26

Passenger car sales up 42% year-on-year as market cools after seasonal surge

The country's spectrum availability increases by 1.7% after the auction

Work-from-home policies, school closures and vehicle fuel cuts introduced to conserve energy

Higher fuel costs and conflict surcharges drive up trucking, shipping and air cargo rates

Ratings agency warns higher oil prices may pressure Pakistan and others while exporters could gain windfall