Project aims to strengthen transmission network, unlock more renewable energy and reduce outages under the first phase of a 10-year reform program
Higher energy costs, external uncertainty and risks to remittance inflows weigh on economic outlook as lender says FY2026 economy grew 3.7%
Central bank holdings rise by USD1.94 billion in a week as government inflows boost external buffers
Central bank targets 750,000 SME borrowers as it pushes banks to increase private sector lending
State-owned PLL invites bids for July 15-16 delivery while the country continues to rely on spot purchases to meet domestic demand
Overseas Pakistanis send a record USD 41.6 billion, strengthening external accounts despite a slowdown in June inflows
Regional growth for 2026 lowered to 4.9% as prolonged energy market disruptions fuel inflation and raise downside risks
OICCI survey cites worsening security in Karachi, persistent challenges in Balochistan and rising street crime as key factors weighing on business confidence
IMF, World Bank, IEA and WTO urge reopening of the Strait of Hormuz, saying uncertainty continues despite easing fuel and fertilizer prices
Lower transport costs fail to ease food inflation as seasonal shortages, supply disruptions and high retail margins keep vegetables and wheat flour expensive
Revenue forecast assumes no new taxes, with receipts expected to rise 11.7% on economic growth and higher compliance
Finance Minister Aurangzeb cited stronger growth, higher reserves and renewed market access
State Bank data shows government debt increased by PKR 5.93 trillion over the past year, while private sector borrowing strengthened and government borrowing slowed
More than 2 million businesses now accept digital payments, while digital banking users exceed 135 million
The Pakistan Business Council presents an export-led growth agenda to Finance Minister Muhammad Aurangzeb, outlining reforms to boost competitiveness and expand exports
Corporate and institutional depositors can now invest directly in government securities as minimum savings profit rules are narrowed
Arif Habib says the airline will expand from 19 to 60 aircraft over five years while focusing on commercially viable routes
Emergency spot imports increased Pakistan's fuel costs, leading to higher gas tariffs for distribution companies
TotalEnergies wins July tender with USD 17.37/MMBtu bid as Pakistan turns to the spot market to bridge supply gaps
New majority shareholder injects fresh equity into PIACL, while PIA Holding Company retains a 33.33% stake
