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Business & Economy

Pakistan’s GDP grows 3.04% in FY2024-25 as economy expands to $407.2bn

NAC revises growth upward from 2.68%; per capita income rises to $1,812

Published 08 Oct, 2025 08:30pm

Business & Economy

Pakistan, IMF talks enter final phase as growth target may drop to 3.5%

Key macroeconomic indicators under review as draft Memorandum of Economic and Financial Policies nears completion

Published 07 Oct, 2025 05:18pm

Business & Economy

ECC amends barter trade mechanism with Afghanistan, Iran and Russia

Committee allocates billions for defence land compensation, law and order and Roosevelt Hotel support

Published 02 Oct, 2025 10:39pm

Pakistan

Remittances, exports rise in first two months of FY2025, but current account deficit widens

Economic Outlook report shows 7% jump in remittances, 10% growth in exports, while deficit climbs to $624m

Published 30 Sep, 2025 08:04pm

Business & Economy

IMF mission begins second review talks in Pakistan to unlock $1bn tranche

FBR shares alternative tax plan as discussions cover flood impact and fiscal reforms

Published 25 Sep, 2025 06:16pm

Business & Economy

PSX surges past 159,000 as bulls dominate, circular debt deal lifts confidence

KSE100 index touched an intraday high of 159,538 points

Published 25 Sep, 2025 05:04pm

Pakistan

Former finance secretary Dr Waqar Masood passes away

President Zardari, PM Shehbaz express sorrow over former official's death

Published 20 Sep, 2025 02:17pm

Business & Economy

Pakistan’s debt position more sustainable than rupee figures suggest, says finance ministry

Debt-to-GDP ratio improves, early repayments and lower interest costs ease fiscal pressure

Published 16 Sep, 2025 06:14pm

Pakistan

Petrol, diesel prices to decrease from September 1

Kerosene oil to become cheaper by Rs1.57

Published 29 Aug, 2025 12:16pm

Pakistan

PM Shehbaz decides to continue remittances incentive scheme

Finance told to release funds for the Workers’ Remittances Incentive Scheme

Published 26 Jul, 2025 10:11pm

Business & Economy

Petrol price rises in Pakistan, what are new rates?

Rates of high diesel also increased by Rs11.37

Published 16 Jul, 2025 12:04am

Pakistan

Anticipated rise in petroleum prices over the next two weeks

OGRA to finalize petroleum prices based on global market rates

Published 14 Jul, 2025 12:43pm

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

Business & Economy

Finance Division announces new austerity measures for FY 2025–26

Exceptions will be made only for operational vehicles for purchase with complete ban

Published 08 Jul, 2025 11:34am

Pakistan

ME tensions: Pakistan ready to tackle any possible crisis, says Aurangzeb

Finance minister preemptive measures in place to deal with any eventuality

Published 17 Jun, 2025 02:35pm

Business & Economy

Budget 2025–26: Govt to focus on reforms in environment, industry, taxation

Budget aims at narrowing deficit, ensure economic stability

Published 10 Jun, 2025 11:47am

Pakistan

No double benefits: Rehired pensioners to get either pension or salary

Order aims to streamline post-retirement allowances, reduce financial burden

Published 23 Apr, 2025 06:13pm

Pakistan

Big drop in petrol prices expected in Pakistan

Government seeks to pass on international market benefits to domestic consumers

Published 13 Apr, 2025 05:57pm

Business & Economy

Pakistan, World Bank discuss $20 billion reform plan under CPF

Finance Minister stresses integrated fiscal and economic reforms for sustainable growth

Published 17 Mar, 2025 09:07pm

Pakistan

Finance minister briefs World Bank delegation on government’s reform agenda

Pakistan focused on revenue generation, energy sector reforms, says Aurangzeb

Published 19 Feb, 2025 10:55pm

Business & Economy

IMF technical team urges strict oversight on budget utilisation and governance

New funds to remain limited until previously released amounts are fully utilised

Published 13 Feb, 2025 07:10pm

Pakistan

Grade 17-22 government employees required to declare assets

Public to have access to officials’ asset details under the proposed amendment

Published 12 Feb, 2025 11:45pm

Pakistan

Pakistan’s exports surge to $16.5b in first half of FY 2024-25

In December 2024, exports amounted to $2.841 billion

Published 07 Jan, 2025 08:11pm

Business & Economy

Finance Minister Aurangzeb vows to complete rightsizing of 43 ministries by June-end

Says 150,000 vacant posts to be abolished

Published 07 Jan, 2025 06:42pm

Business & Economy

Breakthrough in IMF talks: Mini-budget avoided

There will be no general sales tax imposed on petroleum products

Published 13 Nov, 2024 06:59pm

World

Former Malaysian finance minister Daim Zainuddin passes away at 86

Mahathir expressed his sorrow over the loss

Published 13 Nov, 2024 11:28am

Pakistan

Pakistan achieves fiscal surplus for the first time in 24 Years

Turnaround comes after years of persistent budget deficits

Published 01 Nov, 2024 09:46am

Business & Economy

Federal govt reduces profit rates for national savings schemes

The annual profit for pensioners and martyr family welfare accounts will also be cut

Published 25 Sep, 2024 09:24am

Business & Economy

Finance Ministry lays out plan to deal with Rs71 trillion debt

The plan includes measures to activate the domestic debt capital market

Published 22 Sep, 2024 03:50pm

Pakistan

Aurangzeb promises relief for salaried class, says rupee to remain stable

Says Pakistan hopes to get staff-level agreement this month

Updated 02 Jul, 2024 12:23am