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Zahid Maqsood Sheikh

Opinion

Punjab’s climate test: from vision to implementation

Climate change is no longer a distant environmental concern for Punjab. It is already reshaping daily life through...

Published 26 Aug, 2026 04:57am

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

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Currency	Rate
USD PKR Interbank Selling / Nov 13	276.80 ▼ -0.01
USD PKR Interbank Buying / Nov 13	276.60 ▼ -0.01
USD to Japanese Yen / Nov 13	159.71 ▼ -0.21
USD to Swiss Franc / Nov 13	0.84 ▲ 0.003
Pound Sterling to USD / Nov 13	1.32 ▼ -0.0022
Euro to USD / Nov 13	1.10 ▼ -0.0036
SOFR % / Nov 12	3.90 ▲ 0.01

Stock	Volume
S&P 500 / Nov 13	7,561.67
India Sensex / Nov 13	81,592.45
Tokyo Nikkei / Nov 13	61,142.35
Nasdaq / Nov 13	25,136.27
Hang Seng / Nov 13	23,637.60
FTSE 100 / Nov 13	10,902.56
Dow Jones / Nov 13	52,347.55
Germany DAX 30 / Nov 13	26,749.95
France CAC40 / Nov 13	8,368.91

Item	Value
Petrol/Litre / Nov 15	330
Diesel/Litre / Nov 15	360
Crude Oil USD/Barrel / Nov 13	88.56
Karachi Cotton PKR/37.32 KG / Nov 13	18,080
Gold 10 Grams PKR / Nov 13	352,911
Gold Spot USD/Ounce / Nov 13	3,884.49
Cotton US¢/pound / Nov 13	82.61

Gainers
Losers
Leaders

Stock	Price
Yousuf Weaving / Nov 13 Yousaf Weaving Mills Limited(YOUW)	6.07 ▲ 1 (19.72%)
Dewan Sugar / Nov 13 Dewan Sugar Mills Limited(DWSM)	8.77 ▲ 1 (12.87%)
LSE Financial Serv. / Nov 13 LSE Financial Services Limited(LSEFSL)	2.64 ▲ 0.28 (11.86%)
Shabbir Tiles / Nov 13 Shabbir Tiles & Ceramics Limited(STCL)	10.10 ▲ 1 (10.99%)
WorldCall Telecom / Nov 13 Worldcall Telecom Limited(WTL)	1.38 ▲ 0.13 (10.4%)
Pervez Ahmed Consultancy / Nov 13 Pervez Ahmed Consultancy Services Ltd.(PASL)	12.06 ▲ 1.1 (10.04%)
Unicap Modaraba / Nov 13 Unicap Modaraba(UCAPM)	22.84 ▲ 2.08 (10.02%)
Leather Up Ltd. / Nov 13 Leather Up Limited(LEUL)	82.90 ▲ 7.54 (10.01%)
Ningbo Green Light / Nov 13 Ningbo Green Light Energy Limited(NGLEL)	16.48 ▲ 1.5 (10.01%)
Zuma Resources / Nov 13 Zuma Resources Limited(ZUMA)	33.75 ▲ 3.07 (10.01%)

Stock	Price
Arpak Int. / Nov 13 Arpak International Investments Ltd.(ARPAK)	124.84 ▼ -13.87 (-10%)
First AL-Noor Mod. / Nov 13 First Al-Noor Modaraba(FANM)	12.64 ▼ -1.36 (-9.71%)
Shadman Cotton / Nov 13 Shadman Cotton Mills Limited(SHCM)	69.87 ▼ -6.73 (-8.79%)
Fateh Sports / Nov 13 Fateh Sports Wear Limited(FSWL)	193.60 ▼ -16.58 (-7.89%)
Asim Textile / Nov 13 Asim Textile Mills Limited(ASTM)	62.73 ▼ -4.34 (-6.47%)
D.M. Corporation / Nov 13 D.M. Corporation Limited(DMC)	151.06 ▼ -9.64 (-6%)
Bhanero Textile / Nov 13 Bhanero Textile Mills Limited(BHAT)	1,207.41 ▼ -76.42 (-5.95%)
Hira Textile / Nov 13 Hira Textile Mills Limited(HIRAT)	4.01 ▼ -0.24 (-5.65%)
J.A.Textile / Nov 13 J.A. Textile Mills Limited(JATM)	73.72 ▼ -4.26 (-5.46%)
AN Textile Mills / Nov 13 AN Textile Mills Limited(ANTM)	58.55 ▼ -3.21 (-5.2%)

Stock	Volume
WorldCall Telecom / Nov 13 Worldcall Telecom Limited(WTL)	303,195,710 ▲ 0.13
Kohinoor Spinning / Nov 13 Kohinoor Spinning Mills Limited(KOSM)	59,505,118 ▲ 0.34
LSE Financial Serv. / Nov 13 LSE Financial Services Limited(LSEFSL)	46,791,082 ▲ 0.28
Dost Steels Ltd. / Nov 13 Dost Steels Limited(DSL)	43,180,738 ▲ 0.37
TPL Properties / Nov 13 TPL Properties Limited(TPLP)	32,746,701 ▲ 0.48
Tasdeeq Info. Serv. / Nov 13 Tasdeeq Information Services Limited(TISL)	27,571,943 ▲ 0.05
F. Nat.Equities / Nov 13 First National Equities Limited(FNEL)	24,996,122 ▲ 0.01
Yousuf Weaving / Nov 13 Yousaf Weaving Mills Limited(YOUW)	24,965,743 ▲ 1
Cnergyico PK / Nov 13 Cnergyico PK Limited(CNERGY)	22,527,745 ▲ 0.14
Dar-es-Salaam / Nov 13 Dar-es-Salaam Textile Mills Limited(DSML)	21,467,835 ▲ 0.82

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