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Pakistan central bank flags rising risks from Middle East tensions, stresses fiscal discipline
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Pakistan central bank flags rising risks from Middle East tensions, stresses fiscal discipline

Monetary Policy Committee warns higher energy costs could push inflation above 7%

IMF reaches staff-level agreement with Pakistan, unlocking $1.2 billion
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IMF reaches staff-level agreement with Pakistan, unlocking $1.2 billion

Deal covers key program reviews as Fund warns of risks from Middle East conflict

Fuel price surge to push Pakistan inflation higher in March
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Fuel price surge to push Pakistan inflation higher in March

Brokerages warn CPI could exceed 7-8% amid rising transport and housing costs

Pakistan keeps fuel prices unchanged, increases subsidy to PKR 125 billion
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Pakistan keeps fuel prices unchanged, increases subsidy to PKR 125 billion

The prime minister ‘rejected’ a proposal to raise the petrol price by PKR 93 per liter and diesel by PKR 203.

Pakistan's weekly inflation up 8.2%, highest since Nov 2024
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Pakistan's weekly inflation up 8.2%, highest since Nov 2024

The year-on-year increase comes on the back of higher fuel, gas prices

Pakistan to launch app-based fuel subsidy system
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Pakistan to launch app-based fuel subsidy system

Digital vouchers to manage petrol distribution amid energy crisis

FPCCI urges government to terminate IPP agreements amid regional tensions
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FPCCI urges government to terminate IPP agreements amid regional tensions

Business body says capacity payments undermine relief from reduced electricity demand

Security concerns delay progress on Pakistan’s Reko Diq project
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Security concerns delay progress on Pakistan’s Reko Diq project

Barrick to extend review as development pace slows

PIDE warns global conflict could trigger crisis for Pakistan
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PIDE warns global conflict could trigger crisis for Pakistan

Energy shocks and disrupted trade may widen deficits and fuel inflation

Pakistan textile industry association raises alarm over EFS misuse
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Pakistan textile industry association raises alarm over EFS misuse

Surge in fabric imports sparks concerns over tax loopholes and unfair competition

World Bank warns Middle East conflict is straining global markets
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World Bank warns Middle East conflict is straining global markets

Rising commodity prices and supply disruptions heighten risks for emerging economies

Prolonged Iran conflict could cut global GDP by 0.8%, Fitch says
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Prolonged Iran conflict could cut global GDP by 0.8%, Fitch says

Higher oil prices and falling equity markets seen as key drivers of economic slowdown

Pakistan approves transfer of PKR 100B from development fund for fuel subsidies
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Pakistan approves transfer of PKR 100B from development fund for fuel subsidies

Economic Coordination Committee approved proposal to import one million metric tons of wheat

Pakistan’s economy dominated by ‘rent-seeking elite,’ BTI report says
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Pakistan’s economy dominated by ‘rent-seeking elite,’ BTI report says

Weak institutions and eroding rule of law weigh on governance and markets

OGDC uncovers oil theft network, illegal refinery in Sindh
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OGDC uncovers oil theft network, illegal refinery in Sindh

Police register case after raid recovers stolen crude, equipment in Tando Allahyar

Pakistan finalizes real estate incentive package for overseas investors
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Pakistan finalizes real estate incentive package for overseas investors

Tax-free provisions and secure investment mechanisms await IMF approval

IMF shares draft deal as Pakistan nears $1.2 billion disbursement
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IMF shares draft deal as Pakistan nears $1.2 billion disbursement

MEFP review underway with agreement expected after data reconciliation

Foreign assistance to Pakistan climbs 18% to $5.86B in FY26's 8 months
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Foreign assistance to Pakistan climbs 18% to $5.86B in FY26's 8 months

Multilateral funding and Saudi oil facility drive inflows

ICMA proposes tax measures to raise up to PKR 150B ahead of FY27 budget
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ICMA proposes tax measures to raise up to PKR 150B ahead of FY27 budget

Plan targets luxury consumption, wealth transfers and small businesses to broaden tax base