Economy

Industry urges higher duties on imported scrap, tighter enforcement against tax evasion, and sales tax

Pakistan has committed to tax policy changes and revenue administration reforms under its IMF program to generate revenues equal to 0.3% of GDP in FY2026-27

Pakistan’s provincial tax authorities are expected to raise revenue to PKR 1.947 trillion by June 2027

Pakistan's strategic position could boost trade, investment, foreign reserves and Gwadar's role as a regional energy and logistics hub. KTrade Securities says

Companies in capital, insurance, and NBFC sectors can now apply with a self-declaration

Levy collections rise amid inflation and higher fuel prices, official estimates show

Pakistan has set a 4% GDP growth target for FY2026-27, up from 3.7% this year, driven by gains in agriculture, manufacturing and services

Fitch trims 2026 global growth forecast to 2.4%, citing higher oil prices and geopolitical tensions, while AI-led investment helps cushion impact

Federal and provincial spending plans to be considered ahead of the fiscal year 2026-27 budget announcement

Sharp drop in diesel sales during peak harvest season raises concerns over tax losses, investment risks and job threats across the petroleum sector

Industry urges tax, energy and refund reforms to stay competitive as global supply chains shift

The system will offer lower rates, regional-language forms, and lighter audits for shopkeepers earning up to PKR 20 million a year

Private-sector-backed financing program aims to add 300,000 metric tons of storage capacity, reduce post-harvest losses and improve farmers' access to credit

Proposed tax could raise prices of EVs, hybrids and petrol cars, potentially slowing vehicle sales

The PSX-listed firm will supply hardware and services to modernize communications networks

Investors warn that changes to the policy could hurt exports, jobs, investment and industrial activity

High taxes have cut sales, hurt fruit farmers and fueled growth of unregulated beverage products, Industry says

CoRe Alliance proposes tax holidays, duty exemptions and green financing to strengthen Pakistan's recycling ecosystem

Demand Punjab government to ramp up pest surveillance

The government plans to hold roadshows in China, Qatar, Saudi Arabia and Turkey to brief potential buyers