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Zahid Maqsood Sheikh

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

Opinion

Pakistan’s untapped mineral potential

Across the world, rare earth minerals have become a central topic of discussion, influencing global politics,...

Published 08 Dec, 2025 02:51am

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Currency	Rate
USD PKR Interbank Selling / Jun 22	278.42
USD PKR Interbank Buying / Jun 22	278.22
USD to Japanese Yen / Jun 23	161.62
USD to Swiss Franc / Jun 23	0.81
Pound Sterling to USD / Jun 23	1.32
Euro to USD / Jun 23	1.14
SOFR % / Jun 22	3.63

Stock	Volume
S&P 500 / Jun 22	7,472.79
Nasdaq / Jun 22	26,166.60
Dow Jones / Jun 22	51,712.71
India Sensex / Jun 23	77,126.37
Tokyo Nikkei / Jun 23	71,682.16
Hang Seng / Jun 23	23,705.66
FTSE 100 / Jun 23	10,371.04
Germany DAX 30 / Jun 23	24,854.19
France CAC40 / Jun 23	8,319.74

Item	Value
Karachi Cotton PKR/37.32 KG / Jun 22	18,780
Gold 10 Grams PKR / Jun 22	378,345
Petrol/Litre / Jun 23	299.50
Crude Oil USD/Barrel / Jun 23	73.59
Gold Spot USD/Ounce / Jun 23	4,122.19
Diesel/Litre / Jun 23	311.47
Cotton US¢/pound / Jun 23	78.19

Gainers
Losers
Leaders

Stock	Price
Ghani Chemworld Limited (R) / Jun 23 Ghani Chemworld Limited Right(GCWLR)	7.01 ▲ 1 (16.64%)
Buxly Paints / Jun 23 Buxly Paints Limited(BUXL)	228.84 ▲ 20.8 (10%)
Dewan Farooque Sp. / Jun 23 Dewan Farooque Spinning Mills Limited(DFSM)	19.69 ▲ 1.79 (10%)
First Fid. Leasing / Jun 23 First Fidelity Leasing Modaraba(FFLM)	24.75 ▲ 2.25 (10%)
J.A.Textile / Jun 23 J.A. Textile Mills Limited(JATM)	30.47 ▲ 2.77 (10%)
Kohat Textile / Jun 23 Kohat Textile Mills Limited(KOHTM)	193.45 ▲ 17.59 (10%)
Mitchells Fruit / Jun 23 Mitchells Fruit Farms Limited(MFFL)	188.94 ▲ 17.18 (10%)
S.G.Power / Jun 23 S.G. Power Limited(SGPL)	73.59 ▲ 6.69 (10%)
Shadab Textile / Jun 23 Shadab Textile Mills Limited(SHDT)	61.83 ▲ 5.62 (10%)
Fateh Sports / Jun 23 Fateh Sports Wear Limited(FSWL)	101.17 ▲ 9.2 (10%)

Stock	Price
Agritech Non-voting / Jun 23 Agritech Non-Voting Preference(AGLNCPS)	36.02 ▼ -3.98 (-9.95%)
Azgard Nine (Non-Voti) / Jun 23 Azgard Nine (Non-Voti)(ANLNV)	7.20 ▼ -0.73 (-9.21%)
First Tri-Star Mod. / Jun 23 First Tri-Star Modaraba(FTSM)	30.74 ▼ -2.93 (-8.7%)
Aisha Steel (CPS) / Jun 23 Aisha Steel Mills Limited (CPS)(ASLCPS)	62.01 ▼ -5.79 (-8.54%)
Oilboy Energy / Jun 23 Oilboy Energy Limited(OBOY)	20.35 ▼ -1.62 (-7.37%)
Quice Food / Jun 23 Quice Food Industries Limited(QUICE)	34.78 ▼ -2.68 (-7.15%)
Aisha Steel(ConPS) / Jun 23 Aisha Steel(ConPS)(ASLPS)	24.12 ▼ -1.78 (-6.87%)
Shahtaj Textile / Jun 23 Shahtaj Textile Limited(STJT)	138.11 ▼ -10.14 (-6.84%)
Din Tex. / Jun 23 Din Textile Mills Limited(DINT)	80.89 ▼ -5.92 (-6.82%)
East West Ins. / Jun 23 East West Insurance Company Limited(EWIC)	45.50 ▼ -3.04 (-6.26%)

Stock	Volume
K-Electric Ltd. / Jun 23 K-Electric Limited(KEL)	63,830,312 ▲ 0.19
Sui South Gas / Jun 23 Sui Southern Gas Company Limited(SSGC)	24,022,374 ▲ 0.74
TPL Corp Ltd / Jun 23 TPL Corp Limited(TPL)	14,735,648 ▼ -0.31
Oilboy Energy / Jun 23 Oilboy Energy Limited(OBOY)	13,519,059 ▼ -1.62
TPL Properties / Jun 23 TPL Properties Limited(TPLP)	13,417,706 ▼ -0.1
Pak Qatar Family / Jun 23 Pak Qatar Family Takaful Limited(PAKQATAR)	9,811,063 ▲ 1.3
Ghani Chem. Ind. / Jun 23 Ghani Chemical Industries Limited(GCIL)	9,150,941 ▼ -0.14
Sitara Petroleum Service / Jun 23 Sitara Petroleum Service Limited(SPSL)	8,993,307 ▲ 0.33
WorldCall Telecom / Jun 23 Worldcall Telecom Limited(WTL)	8,346,419 ▲ 0.01
Sui North Gas / Jun 23 Sui Northern Gas Pipelines Limited(SNGP)	7,817,249 ▲ 2.38

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