Pakistan IMF representative highlights strong economic reform progress in Pakistan Structural reforms central to Pakistan’s long-term economic sustainability: Mahir Binici Published 13 Jul, 2025 05:47pm
Pakistan Losses of state-owned enterprises exceed Rs59 trillion, says report Pension-related liabilities reach Rs17 trillion, circular debt rises to Rs49 trillion Published 12 Jul, 2025 06:19pm
Pakistan Pakistan to publicize assets of Grade 17 and above officers under key IMF condition Digital filing system has been launched Published 05 Jul, 2025 02:17pm
Business & Economy IMF rejects Pakistan’s plan for subsidised electricity tariffs for crypto mining, industries Haji Hidayatullah raises corruption complaint involving Rs2.3 million electricity bill in Peshawar Published 03 Jul, 2025 09:56am
Business & Economy China rolls over $3.4 billion loans to Pakistan, say sources Another $1 billion from Middle Eastern commercial banks has been received: officials Published 30 Jun, 2025 08:39am
Business & Economy IMF urges Pakistan to phase out tax breaks for tech, industrial zones Goal is to improve fiscal discipline and ensure greater transparency in revenue collection Published 05 Jun, 2025 11:59am
Business & Economy IMF rejects Pakistan’s proposal to tax gold, cash, other movable assets IMF gives node for new tax on digital services; expected to generate Rs10 billion in revenue Published 04 Jun, 2025 12:12pm
Business & Economy IMF tells govt to draft budget 2025–26 under staff-level agreement The Fund pushes for a comprehensive plan to impose new taxes on agricultural income Published 04 Jun, 2025 11:47am
Business & Economy KSE-100 soars past 121,639 in record-breaking rally PSX hits historic high amid investor optimism, economic gains Updated 04 Jun, 2025 11:34am
Business & Economy Govt set to impose carbon levy on petrol, diesel in upcoming budget Carbon levy of Rs2.50 per liter will be imposed on petrol and diesel in initial phase Published 03 Jun, 2025 02:13pm
Business & Economy PSX hits all-time high as KSE-100 surges 1,573 points amid budget optimism KSE-100 edges up by 0.59% in morning session Updated 03 Jun, 2025 05:29pm
Business & Economy Federal budget 2025–26: Govt mulls relief package for salaried class Virtual negotiations underway with IMF team: sources Published 30 May, 2025 03:26pm
Business & Economy IMF says next Pakistan funding review expected in second half of 2025 Pakistani authorities reaffirmed their commitment to fiscal consolidation: IMF Published 24 May, 2025 08:31am
Business & Economy Pakistan’s foreign exchange reserves surge by $1.03b after IMF loan tranche SBP Governor Jameel Ahmed expresses confidence in continued growth of central bank reserves Published 23 May, 2025 10:43am
Business & Economy IMF sets over 11 new reform benchmarks under $7b bailout for Pakistan Legislative changes related to Civil Servants and Sovereign Wealth Fund Acts delayed Published 19 May, 2025 11:54am
Pakistan IMF projects Pakistan’s GDP growth at 2.6% CAD is projected to widen slightly to about 1% of GDP as import demand recovers: IMF Published 19 May, 2025 10:57am
Business & Economy IMF opposes tax cuts for salaried individuals Govt asked to generate additional Rs70 billion through effective enforcement Published 17 May, 2025 01:06pm
Business & Economy Pakistan receives loan tranche of over $1 billion from IMF India failed to block the payment at the fund meeting on May 9 Published 14 May, 2025 12:40pm
Pakistan IMF executive board to convene on May 9 to review Pakistan’s programs IMF program has played vital role in stabilizing Pakistan's fragile economy Published 29 Apr, 2025 11:14am
Business & Economy IMF lowers Pakistan’s GDP growth projection to 2.6% for FY 2025 Unemployment in Pakistan is expected to decrease to 8% in 2025 Published 23 Apr, 2025 11:53am
Business & Economy IMF recommends increase in motor spirit, high-speed diesel prices Finance Division set record petroleum levy revenue target of Rs1.281 trillion for FY 2024–25 Published 11 Apr, 2025 10:23am
World Global economy at Risk: IMF urges US to reverse sweeping tariffs The fear is that these tariffs will disrupt global supply chains, increase costs for businesses and consumers Published 04 Apr, 2025 11:40pm
Pakistan IMF team arrives in Islamabad for federal budget 2025-26 consultations Federal budget 2025-26 is expected to be presented in first week of June Published 04 Apr, 2025 11:03am
Pakistan IMF team to arrive in Islamabad for federal budget 2025-26 consultations Federal budget 2025-26 is expected to be presented in first week of June Published 03 Apr, 2025 12:26pm
Pakistan PM Shehbaz Sharif announces up to Rs7.59 cut in electricity prices Says COAS played a key role in the relief for both residential and industrial consumers Updated 03 Apr, 2025 03:37pm
Business & Economy Pakistan to receive $2.3bn from IMF under EFF and RSF arrangements Director Kozack says both payments are subject to Executive Board approval Published 28 Mar, 2025 01:39pm
Business & Economy IMF acknowledges Pakistan’s fiscal policy successes Praises fiscal consolidation, tax reforms, and inflation control measures Published 26 Mar, 2025 09:29am
Pakistan IMF reaches staff-level deal with Pakistan to unlock $1.3 billion of new cash Pakistan makes progress in restoring macroeconomic stability Published 26 Mar, 2025 08:52am
Business & Economy IMF shoots down Pakistan’s proposals to reduce property tax, electricity prices The lender demands further assurances before final staff level agreement Published 24 Mar, 2025 03:06pm
Business & Economy IMF allows Pakistan to reduce property tax by 2% from April 2025 Relief for property buyers but conditions for sellers remain unchanged Published 23 Mar, 2025 07:42am