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Market expects no change in Pakistan’s interest rate at next MPC meeting
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No rate change expected in Pakistan

In a new poll, 72% of the participants said the central bank is likely to maintain the status quo

What are CDMs and why does SBP want banks to deploy them?
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What are CDMs and why does SBP want banks to deploy them?

By 2028, at least 25% of each bank’s branch network must be equipped with CDMs, according to a circular issued by the State Bank of Pakistan

World food prices hold steady, but record cereal harvest boosts supply outlook
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World food prices hold steady, but record cereal harvest boosts supply outlook

FAO sees higher maize and rice production in 2025, while meat prices hit all-time high amid strong demand

New ICMA study exposes stark per capita gaps in Pakistan's provincial budgets
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New ICMA study exposes stark per capita gaps in Pakistan's provincial budgets

Punjab lags far behind Sindh and KP in health and development spending

Pakistan, India among top 3 global leaders in crypto adoption: report
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Pakistan, India among top 3 global leaders in crypto adoption: report

The APAC region continues to dominate crypto adoption, recording a 69% year-over-year increase in value received

India's higher tax on clothing threatens setback for global fashion brands
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India's higher tax on clothing threatens setback for global fashion brands

India is big market for clothes priced above $29

Central banks extend gold-buying streak despite high prices, slower pace
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Central banks extend gold-buying streak despite high prices, slower pace

Emerging markets drive demand amid de-dollarization, geopolitical risks

Pakistan’s mobile phone production surges 123% in July on low base effect
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Pakistan’s mobile phone production surges 123% in July on low base effect

Data shows 95% of demand met through domestic production from Jan to July

Cotton arrivals up 9% in Pakistan despite floods, outlook remains bleak
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Cotton arrivals up 9% in Pakistan despite floods, outlook remains bleak

Gains in Punjab and Sindh may be short-lived as crop losses threaten textile exports and food security

Pakistan Business Forum urges ‘agricultural emergency’ as floods devastate crops
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Pakistan Business Forum urges ‘agricultural emergency’ as floods devastate crops

PBF warns of food inflation and farmer losses in billions

Pakistan steel sector seen rebounding on post-flood demand, tariff cuts
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Pakistan steel sector seen rebounding on post-flood demand, tariff cuts

Brokerage says reconstruction, infrastructure push, lower duties and tariffs may drive gradual recovery from FY26

Pakistan's cement sales up 12.45% in August
Business

Pakistan's cement sales up 12.45% in August

APCMA reports higher North and South dispatches despite flood challenges; urges tax cuts to lower rehabilitation costs

Pakistan, Bangladesh to sign MoU on halal standards recognition
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Pakistan, Bangladesh to sign MoU on halal standards recognition

Deal to align certification protocols, ease trade flows as global halal market surges past $3.3 trillion

Pakistan’s petroleum sales rise 7% in August on higher demand
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Pakistan’s petroleum sales rise 7% in August on higher demand

PSO, APL, and Wafi gain market share as lower prices, economic recovery lift consumption

With trade ties improving, what can Pakistan export to Bangladesh?
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With trade ties improving, what can Pakistan export to Bangladesh?

Nukta spoke with Islamabad Chamber of Commerce and Industry President Nasir Mansoor Qureshi to find out

Islamabad airport operations set to shift to UAE management
UAE

Islamabad airport operations set to shift to UAE management

Cabinet committee approves framework for transfer, seen as move to boost foreign investment and improve efficiency

Pakistan’s inflation eases to 3% in August, beating forecasts
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Pakistan’s inflation eases to 3% in August, beating forecasts

Surprise slowdown in August inflation sparks relief, but crop damage from floods threatens outlook

Saudi Arabia to add 600,000 sqm of lifestyle retail by 2027
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Saudi Arabia to add 600,000 sqm of lifestyle retail by 2027

The surge reflects shifting consumer preferences and Saudi Arabia’s growing profile as a global retail destination.

Pakistan’s oil and gas reserves rise on Mari-led discoveries, revisions
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Pakistan’s oil and gas reserves rise on Mari-led discoveries, revisions

Total oil reserves up 1% to 239.6M barrels, gas reserves climb 5% to 19tcf

Egypt’s Orascom Construction to list on Abu Dhabi Securities Exchange next month
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Egypt’s Orascom Construction to list on Abu Dhabi Securities Exchange next month

The company confirmed its shares will trade under the symbol ORAS on ADX, while its secondary listing on the Egyptian Exchange (EGX) will remain unchanged.

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