Pakistan Business

AKD Research said the central bank could resume monetary easing in the second half of 2026

Industry groups urge government to cut petroleum taxes rather than pass the burden to consumers

New law bans vehicles' registration or transfer without a valid third-party insurance policy.

Of the newly incorporated companies, 82 had international shareholding

The new prices will take effect from March 7

They say gas suspension risks factory shutdowns, layoffs and weaker export performance

UAE developer says strong policies and stable leadership will keep long-term investor confidence intact

A national action plan under review would limit physical office attendance and shift schools online during peak consumption periods

War risk surcharges and rising freight rates are threatening the country's textile sector, which drives 60% of national exports

Analysts say a mix of coal, indigenous gas and fuel oil could buffer the impact, but warn prolonged disruption risks broader energy crisis

Officials rule out immediate petrol, diesel shortage in the country as “adequate stocks” are available for key products

Policy paper warns limited fuel stocks and blocked shipping could threaten industry and exports

Pakistan’s largest refinery shifts to U.S. and West African crude as supply risks grow around key Gulf chokepoint

Officials dismiss social media reports claiming the UAE had withdrawn the funds as “false and baseless”

Islamabad committee examines LNG, LPG flows and global oil markets as energy plan takes shape

The yields for all four tenors rose by 21 to 39 basis points

Finance minister assures country has enough stocks to withstand short-term supply shocks

Data show just 6% of households own a car, underscoring weak demand and structural limits in auto sector

Minister says crude shipments may be lifted from Yanbu port as government works to secure fuel supplies amid regional tensions

Approval advances deal led by Arif Habib Corporation for majority ownership of the national carrier