News stories for Zahid Maqsood Sheikh

Zahid Maqsood Sheikh

Opinion

Social media: with great power comes enormous responsibility

Every day, millions of voices clash and echo across social media. What began as a space for connection and...

Published 05 Jul, 2026 09:55pm

Opinion

The UAE’s oil paradox: more production today, less dependence tomorrow

The United Arab Emirates’ decision to leave OPEC and OPEC+ signals a shift toward greater control over its economic...

Published 22 May, 2026 06:05am

Opinion

First right of refusal: empowering Pakistan’s local businesses

Pakistan’s efforts to privatise State-Owned Enterprises (SOEs) have sparked debate about the future of vital...

Published 17 May, 2026 05:08am

Opinion

Silent threats: Pakistan’s youth at risk

HIV, prescription drug misuse, and institutional neglect are putting the country’s next generation in danger. In...

Updated 08 May, 2026 08:36am

Opinion

Why Pakistan must rethink consumption and rebuild domestic manufacturing

Pakistan did not begin its economic journey with a trade deficit. In fact, the country once exported more than it...

Updated 06 May, 2026 08:17am

Opinion

Unlocking Iran’s frozen funds and building mutual trust

One of the most important issues in the ongoing diplomatic efforts between Iran and the United States concerns...

Published 27 Apr, 2026 04:21am

Opinion

Fighting for the future: Pakistan’s growing defence and economic resilience

In today’s world, a nation’s strength is no longer solely defined by the size of its economy; it is equally shaped...

Published 02 Apr, 2026 06:03am

Opinion

A fight for sovereignty and ideology

The ongoing war between Iran, the United States, and Israel has dramatically reshaped the political and security...

Published 25 Mar, 2026 02:12am

Opinion

From wasted resources to social progress: financing Pakistan’s future

Pakistan is grappling with significant social issues, such as poverty, child labour, abuse, and unequal access to...

Published 13 Mar, 2026 06:12am

Opinion

Rebalancing Pakistan’s economy

This article provides an overview of Pakistan’s trade challenges in 2025, focusing on the USD 29.4 billion trade...

Published 01 Mar, 2026 02:08am

Opinion

Breaking barriers for SMEs

Small and Medium Enterprises (SMEs) are critical to the economic fabric of many countries, including Pakistan....

Published 13 Feb, 2026 05:47am

Opinion

Reforming Pakistan’s SOEs

Pakistan’s State-Owned Enterprises (SOEs) occupy a central role in the country’s economic landscape. These entities...

Published 26 Jan, 2026 06:04am

Opinion

Pakistan’s economic crossroads: a call for urgent reforms

Pakistan is currently facing a critical economic situation, grappling with challenges that threaten its stability...

Updated 13 Jan, 2026 06:00am

Opinion

OPINION: Gen Z and rewriting of national dialogue

The growing discourse around Generation Z is not a fleeting trend, nor is it merely a generational complaint. It...

Updated 11 Jan, 2026 07:30am

Opinion

The future of PIA and public expectations

The recent privatisation of Pakistan International Airlines (PIA) has sparked a great deal of public discussion....

Published 29 Dec, 2025 05:39am

Opinion

OPINION: Balancing grades and well-being in education

Education in Pakistan is currently at a crossroads. It should be a tool for personal growth and societal progress,...

Updated 25 Dec, 2025 07:02am

Opinion

Transforming resources into opportunities

The future of Pakistan is intricately tied to its ability to manage its population and resources effectively. With a...

Updated 23 Dec, 2025 07:28am

Opinion

The water emergency: a crisis demanding immediate action

Water scarcity has shifted from a distant concern to a pressing crisis. The combined effects of climate change, poor...

Updated 17 Dec, 2025 06:37am

Opinion

From roads to riches

The Grand Trunk Road or GT Road has shaped the economic and cultural landscape of South Asia for over two millennia....

Updated 16 Dec, 2025 07:12am

Opinion

Two cities, one smog crisis

This winter has revealed a clear difference between two cities that usually share the same smog season. Lahore and...

Published 10 Dec, 2025 03:28am

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Commodity

Currency	Rate
USD PKR Interbank Selling / Aug 12	277.86
USD PKR Interbank Buying / Aug 12	277.66
USD to Japanese Yen / Aug 13	159.33
USD to Swiss Franc / Aug 13	0.81
Pound Sterling to USD / Aug 13	1.35
Euro to USD / Aug 13	1.15
SOFR % / Aug 12	3.62

Stock	Volume
S&P 500 / Aug 12	7,748.50
Nasdaq / Aug 12	26,588.49
Dow Jones / Aug 12	53,770.27
India Sensex / Aug 13	77,689.35
Tokyo Nikkei / Aug 13	68,621.41
Hang Seng / Aug 13	25,406.75
FTSE 100 / Aug 13	10,788.71
Germany DAX 30 / Aug 13	26,428.08
France CAC40 / Aug 13	8,685.18

Item	Value
Karachi Cotton PKR/37.32 KG / Aug 11	18,580
Gold 10 Grams PKR / Aug 12	397,750
Petrol/Litre / Aug 13	324.98
Crude Oil USD/Barrel / Aug 13	82.94
Gold Spot USD/Ounce / Aug 13	4,386.51
Diesel/Litre / Aug 13	382.79
Cotton US¢/pound / Aug 13	83.85

Gainers
Losers
Leaders

Stock	Price
Gammon Pak / Aug 13 Gammon Pakistan Limited(GAMON)	28.25 ▲ 2.57 (10.01%)
Ideal Dynamics / Aug 13 Ideal Dynamics Limited(IDEAL)	49.13 ▲ 4.47 (10.01%)
Leather Up Ltd. / Aug 13 Leather Up Limited(LEUL)	49.58 ▲ 4.51 (10.01%)
Al-Khair Gadoon / Aug 13 Al-Khair Gadoon Limited(AKGL)	79.51 ▲ 7.23 (10%)
Arctic Textile / Aug 13 Arctic Textile Mills Limited(ARCTM)	47.19 ▲ 4.29 (10%)
Aisha Steel (CPS) / Aug 13 Aisha Steel Mills Limited (CPS)(ASLCPS)	114.83 ▲ 10.44 (10%)
Asim Textile / Aug 13 Asim Textile Mills Limited(ASTM)	90.50 ▲ 8.23 (10%)
Buxly Paints / Aug 13 Buxly Paints Limited(BUXL)	336.04 ▲ 30.55 (10%)
J.A.Textile / Aug 13 J.A. Textile Mills Limited(JATM)	68.84 ▲ 6.26 (10%)
MACPAC Films / Aug 13 MACPAC Films Limited(MACFL)	73.07 ▲ 6.64 (10%)

Stock	Price
Supernet Tech. / Aug 13 Supernet Technologies Limited(STL)	29.87 ▼ -11.86 (-28.42%)
D.S. Ind. Ltd. / Aug 13 D.S. Industries Limited(DSIL)	13.56 ▼ -1.51 (-10.02%)
Universal Ins. / Aug 13 The Universal Insurance Company Limited(UVIC)	20.71 ▼ -2.3 (-10%)
Mughal Energy / Aug 13 Mughal Energy Limited(GEM)(GEMMEL)	27.20 ▼ -2.72 (-9.09%)
Beco Steel Ltd / Aug 13 Beco Steel Limited(BECO)	5.11 ▼ -0.46 (-8.26%)
Tri-Star Mutual / Aug 13 Tri-Star Mutual Fund Limited(TSMF)	17.14 ▼ -1.43 (-7.7%)
Asia Ins. / Aug 13 Asia Insurance Company Limited(ASIC)	39.82 ▼ -3.18 (-7.4%)
ARM Green Industries / Aug 13 ARM Green Industries Limited(ARMG)	55.60 ▼ -4.43 (-7.38%)
Shadman Cotton / Aug 13 Shadman Cotton Mills Limited(SHCM)	64.02 ▼ -4.9 (-7.11%)
Pak Tobacco / Aug 13 Pakistan Tobacco Company Limited(PAKT)	1,364.29 ▼ -96.5 (-6.61%)

Stock	Volume
Cnergyico PK / Aug 13 Cnergyico PK Limited(CNERGY)	247,072,281 ▲ 0.57
Beco Steel Ltd / Aug 13 Beco Steel Limited(BECO)	103,802,064 ▼ -0.46
Pak Refinery / Aug 13 Pakistan Refinery Limited(PRL)	40,235,369 ▲ 5.93
D.S. Ind. Ltd. / Aug 13 D.S. Industries Limited(DSIL)	39,092,471 ▼ -1.51
WorldCall Telecom / Aug 13 Worldcall Telecom Limited(WTL)	26,025,744 ▲ 0.01
Thatta Cement / Aug 13 Thatta Cement Company Limited(THCCL)	19,608,245 ▲ 3.36
B.O.Punjab / Aug 13 The Bank of Punjab(BOP)	16,204,913 ▲ 0.18
Hascol Petrol / Aug 13 Hascol Petroleum Limited(HASCOL)	15,337,298 ▼ -0.48
TPL Properties / Aug 13 TPL Properties Limited(TPLP)	15,140,554 ▼ -0.31
TPL Corp Ltd / Aug 13 TPL Corp Limited(TPL)	14,138,754 ▲ 0.53

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