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Pakistan

Govt to cut power sector circular debt from Rs2.38 trillion to Rs561 billion in major restructuring

Govt clarifies the surcharge has already reached its 10 per cent cap

Updated 29 Jul, 2025 01:49pm

Pakistan

IMF turns down Pakistan’s plan for AI, industrial sectors

Marginal energy package is based on availability of 8,000 MW of surplus electricity in the country

Published 24 Jul, 2025 12:23pm

Pakistan

Govt plans hike in petroleum levy amid growing gas sector debt

With circular debt nearing Rs2800bn, govt considers increasing petroleum levy by Rs10

Published 23 Jul, 2025 03:54pm

Business & Economy

IMF raises alarms over tax-free sugar import decision amid price surge

Under IMF agreement, Pakistan is required to avoid granting any tax exemptions or preferential benefits

Updated 15 Jul, 2025 12:22pm

Pakistan

IMF optimistic about Pakistan’s economic performance under EFF program

Experts anticipate continued economic growth for Pakistan by 2025

Published 14 Jul, 2025 08:54am

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

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

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

Federal budget 2025–26: Relief uncertain as IMF resists Pakistan’s tax proposals

Govt requests broader concessions, including for salaried class and real estate

Published 22 May, 2025 04:36pm

Business & Economy

Debate over vehicle import policy intensifies ahead of Pakistan’s budget

IMF urges govt to lift ban on commercial import of vehicles

Published 21 May, 2025 11:23am

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

Business & Economy

IMF talks with Pakistan commence today

Discussions to focus on budgetary framework

Published 14 May, 2025 12:08pm

Business & Economy

IMF rejects India’s objection, reaffirms support for Pakistan’s loan program

IMF expresses hope that tensions between Pakistan and India will ease

Published 08 May, 2025 08:27am

Business & Economy

Investor confidence returns as PSX sees bullian trends

KSE-100 index experiences surge of over 900 points

Published 06 May, 2025 11:46am

Pakistan

India’s conspiracy to undermine Pakistan’s economy exposed with IMF executive’s dismissal

Indian govt demands review of loans granted to Pakistan

Published 04 May, 2025 11:13am

World

India moves to block Pakistan’s $1.3 billion IMF loan

Programme is critical to the country's $350 billion economy

Updated 02 May, 2025 08:49pm

Pakistan

Pakistan’s economic recovery: What IMF predicts amid regions’ debt trap?

Report warns against slowdown in growth among non-GCC oil exporters in coming fiscal year

Published 01 May, 2025 08:21pm

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

Federal govt decides to abolish excise duty on real estate sector

This duty was introduced in July 2023 with charge of 3% on first plot sale

Published 16 Apr, 2025 11:11am