Business
The Punjab government has increased workers’ minimum monthly wages to Rs 40,000.
September 10, 2025
The Punjab government has increased workers’ minimum monthly wages to Rs 40,000.
By announcing a raise in the minimum wage throughout the province, the Punjab government has made a historic step to…
China and Pakistan sign $4 billion deals for agricultural cooperation.
September 7, 2025
China and Pakistan sign $4 billion deals for agricultural cooperation.
Over $4 billion worth of deals have been signed between China and Pakistan with the goal of revolutionising the country’s…
The State Bank of Pakistan is expected to maintain the current policy rate.
September 6, 2025
The State Bank of Pakistan is expected to maintain the current policy rate.
A statement released on Friday indicated that a poll by Topline Securities revealed 72% of market participants expect no alteration…
PSX hits a new high and extends its winning streak.
September 5, 2025
PSX hits a new high and extends its winning streak.
In the midst of economic stability and growing foreign exchange reserves, the Pakistan Stock Exchange (PSX) continued its upward trajectory…
A slight gain of $41.7 million is seen in Pakistan’s foreign reserves.
September 5, 2025
A slight gain of $41.7 million is seen in Pakistan’s foreign reserves.
According to figures issued by the State Bank of Pakistan (SBP), Pakistan’s total liquid foreign reserves increased by a slight…
As the government pushes for the DISCO sell-off, ADB promises $130 million for Pakistan’s energy sector.
September 5, 2025
As the government pushes for the DISCO sell-off, ADB promises $130 million for Pakistan’s energy sector.
The Asian Development Bank (ADB) has provided $130 million to boost Pakistan’s energy industry, with $30 million currently available for…
Rupee depreciates on low dollar inflows for second consecutive month
October 19, 2023
Rupee depreciates on low dollar inflows for second consecutive month
Country’s ability to generate dollar loans shrank to normal: official. Loans disbursement remained low in last 2 months. Pakistan secured…
Karachi’s iconic Regent Plaza hotel gets Rs14.5bn offer from SIUT
October 12, 2023
Karachi’s iconic Regent Plaza hotel gets Rs14.5bn offer from SIUT
Hotel comprises 400 rooms with an occupancy rate of 20%. Five-star hotel is on a plot measuring 13,200 square yards.…
Gold slips below Rs200,000 per tola in Pakistan as rates released after a month’s hiatus
October 12, 2023
Gold slips below Rs200,000 per tola in Pakistan as rates released after a month’s hiatus
Gold rate decreases by Rs15,500 per tola to settle at Rs199,500. Rate of gold was last released on September 12,…
‘Up to 193% gas price hike’ expected from October 1
October 12, 2023
‘Up to 193% gas price hike’ expected from October 1
The government is gearing up to announce up to a 193% hike in the price of gas, effective from October…