Print - 2014-12-02
LSE index jumps by 121.42 points

LSE index jumps by 121.42 points

Bullish sentiments dominated on the Lahore Stock Exchange on Monday and the equities registered handsome gains amid decreased trading turnover. The LSE-25 index jumped to 5550.18 against 5428.76 of last Friday, denoting a gain of 121.42 points while trans
Published 02 Dec, 2014 12:00am
LSE index jumps by 121.42 points

LSE index jumps by 121.42 points

Bullish sentiments dominated on the Lahore Stock Exchange on Monday and the equities registered handsome gains amid decreased trading turnover. The LSE-25 index jumped to 5550.18 against 5428.76 of last Friday, denoting a gain of 121.42 points while trans
Published 02 Dec, 2014 12:00am
BOARD MEETINGS

BOARD MEETINGS

Board Meetings of Companies listed on the Karachi Stock Exchange.

Published 02 Dec, 2014 12:00am
ISE index falls by 81.33 points

ISE index falls by 81.33 points

Bears retuned in the driving seat at the Islamabad Stock Exchange (ISE) on Monday, where losers outclassed gainers amid decrease in index. ISE Ten Index showed a decrease of 81.33 points as the ISE Ten Index moved from 3,931.30 to 3,849.97 points. The ove
Published 02 Dec, 2014 12:00am
Dividend/Bonus Announcements

Dividend/Bonus Announcements

Dividend/Bonus announcements by the companies listed on the Karachi Stock Exchange.

Published 02 Dec, 2014 12:00am
ISE index falls by 81.33 points

ISE index falls by 81.33 points

Bears retuned in the driving seat at the Islamabad Stock Exchange (ISE) on Monday, where losers outclassed gainers amid decrease in index. ISE Ten Index showed a decrease of 81.33 points as the ISE Ten Index moved from 3,931.30 to 3,849.97 points. The ove
Published 02 Dec, 2014 12:00am
Proposed right issues

Proposed right issues

Right issues proposed by companies listed on Karachi Stock Exchange.

Published 02 Dec, 2014 12:00am
BRIndex30 up 215.28 points

BRIndex30 up 215.28 points

On Monday, BRIndex30 opened at 17,039.99 points and remained positive throughout the trading session. It touched an intraday high of 17,316.81 points and an intraday low of 17,054.13 points and closed at 17,255.27 points which was 215.28 points or 1.26 pe
Published 02 Dec, 2014 12:00am
BRIndex30 up 215.28 points

BRIndex30 up 215.28 points

On Monday, BRIndex30 opened at 17,039.99 points and remained positive throughout the trading session. It touched an intraday high of 17,316.81 points and an intraday low of 17,054.13 points and closed at 17,255.27 points which was 215.28 points or 1.26 pe
Published 02 Dec, 2014 12:00am
Equities turn bullish

Equities turn bullish

Karachi Share Market closed higher on the first trading day of the week following the peaceful political activity in the federal capital and the benchmark index KSE-100 gained 102 points to reach some 31,300 points on Monday compared to 31,198 points on F
Published 02 Dec, 2014 12:00am
Equities turn bullish

Equities turn bullish

Karachi Share Market closed higher on the first trading day of the week following the peaceful political activity in the federal capital and the benchmark index KSE-100 gained 102 points to reach some 31,300 points on Monday compared to 31,198 points on F
Published 02 Dec, 2014 12:00am
Equities turn bullish

Equities turn bullish

Karachi Share Market closed higher on the first trading day of the week following the peaceful political activity in the federal capital and the benchmark index KSE-100 gained 102 points to reach some 31,300 points on Monday compared to 31,198 points on F
Published 02 Dec, 2014 12:00am
Inflation rate falls to 3.96 percent y/y in November

Inflation rate falls to 3.96 percent y/y in November

The country''s annual inflation rate fell to 3.96 percent in November from 5.82 percent in October. Addressing a press conference on Monday, Pakistan Bureau of Statistics (PBS) director Shaukat Zaman Butt said prices rose 0.51 percent in November on a mon
Published 02 Dec, 2014 12:00am
Inflation rate falls to 3.96 percent y/y in November

Inflation rate falls to 3.96 percent y/y in November

The country's annual inflation rate fell to 3.96 percent in November from 5.82 percent in October. Addressing a press conference on Monday, Pakistan Bureau of Statistics (PBS) director Shaukat Zaman Butt said prices rose 0.51 percent in November on a mont
Published 02 Dec, 2014 12:00am
Inflation rate falls to 3.96 percent y/y in November

Inflation rate falls to 3.96 percent y/y in November

The country's annual inflation rate fell to 3.96 percent in November from 5.82 percent in October. Addressing a press conference on Monday, Pakistan Bureau of Statistics (PBS) director Shaukat Zaman Butt said prices rose 0.51 percent in November on a mont
Published 02 Dec, 2014 12:00am
Prime Minister reiterates 'absolute support' for Zarb-e-Azb

Prime Minister reiterates 'absolute support' for Zarb-e-Azb

Prime Minister Nawaz Sharif on Monday reiterated his government's unflinching and concerted support to the on-going military operation "Zarb-e-Azab" in the tribal areas of the country, till its logical conclusion. Addressing the inaugural session of the E
Published 02 Dec, 2014 12:00am
Prime Minister reiterates 'absolute support' for Zarb-e-Azb

Prime Minister reiterates 'absolute support' for Zarb-e-Azb

Prime Minister Nawaz Sharif on Monday reiterated his government's unflinching and concerted support to the on-going military operation "Zarb-e-Azab" in the tribal areas of the country, till its logical conclusion. Addressing the inaugural session of the E
Published 02 Dec, 2014 12:00am
Government asked to fill slot by today

Government asked to fill slot by today

The Supreme Court Monday asked federal government to fill the vacant slot of Chief Election Commissioner (CEC) by December 02 (today). Resuming the hearing of a case on the appointment of a permanent CEC a three-member bench, led by Chief Justice Nasirul
Published 02 Dec, 2014 12:00am
Government asked to fill slot by today

Government asked to fill slot by today

The Supreme Court Monday asked federal government to fill the vacant slot of Chief Election Commissioner (CEC) by December 02 (today). Resuming the hearing of a case on the appointment of a permanent CEC a three-member bench, led by Chief Justice Nasirul
Published 02 Dec, 2014 12:00am
JLI MEESEQ Fund Rates

JLI MEESEQ Fund Rates

JLI Meeseq Fund Rates on Monday (December 01, 2014).

Published 02 Dec, 2014 12:00am
JLI MEESEQ Fund Rates

JLI MEESEQ Fund Rates

JLI Meeseq Fund Rates on Monday (December 01, 2014).

Published 02 Dec, 2014 12:00am
JLI MEESEQ Fund Rates

JLI MEESEQ Fund Rates

JLI Meeseq Fund Rates on Monday (December 01, 2014).

Published 02 Dec, 2014 12:00am
World currencies and euro

World currencies and euro

Value of the euro in terms of other world currencies as prevailing in the week ended Monday (December 01, 2014).
Published 02 Dec, 2014 12:00am
Spot dollar rates

Spot dollar rates

Spot Dollar rates from Khadim Ali Shah Bukhari & Co Ltd on Monday (December 01, 2014).

Published 02 Dec, 2014 12:00am
Money Market Report

Money Market Report

Money market report by Khadim Ali Shah Bukhari & Co on Monday (December 01, 2014).
Published 02 Dec, 2014 12:00am
Bill buying rates per unit of currency

Bill buying rates per unit of currency

Bill Buying Rates per unit of currency -- issued by the Treasury Management Division of the National Bank of Pakistan on Monday (December 01, 2014).

Published 02 Dec, 2014 12:00am
Currency notes: exchange rates

Currency notes: exchange rates

Exchange rates for Currency Notes issued by the Treasury Management Division of National Bank of Pakistan (NBP) here on Monday (December 01, 2014).

Published 02 Dec, 2014 12:00am
Conversion for foreign currency deposits

Conversion for foreign currency deposits

Conversion for foreign currency deposits, DBC/FCBC, special USD bond & profits thereon (excluding FE-25 deposits) on Monday (December 01, 2014).

Published 02 Dec, 2014 12:00am
Exchange rates: buying and selling

Exchange rates: buying and selling

Exchange rates issued by the Treasury Management Division of National Bank of Pakistan on Monday (December 01, 2014).

Published 02 Dec, 2014 12:00am
Barclays bid rates and maximum rates for payment of interest

Barclays bid rates and maximum rates for payment of interest

Barclays bid rates, maximum rates for payment of interest by authorised dealers on deposits (other than those brought under FE Circular No: 45 of 1985) and on deposits (brought under FE Circular No: 45 of 1985) - issued by the Foreign Exchange Rates Commi
Published 02 Dec, 2014 12:00am
State Bank of Pakistan conversion rates

State Bank of Pakistan conversion rates

Rates applicable for conversion into rupees of Foreign Currency Deposits, Dollar Bearer Certificates, Foreign Currency Bearer Certificates, Special US Dollar bonds and profits thereon by all banks and also for providing forward cover on foreign currency d
Published 02 Dec, 2014 12:00am
New York cotton

New York cotton

The fluctuations observed during the day:

Published 02 Dec, 2014 12:00am
New York cotton

New York cotton

The fluctuations observed during the day:

Published 02 Dec, 2014 12:00am
Celebrating UAE's 43rd Independence Day

Celebrating UAE's 43rd Independence Day

The second of December 1971 will always remain a shining day for the government, the people of the UAE and the whole Muslim Ummah as it shines, sparkles and illuminates other days of the year. I am so grateful for the leadership of UAE, 43 years of well m
Published 02 Dec, 2014 12:00am
PTCL - pioneering new possibilities

PTCL - pioneering new possibilities

As the United Arab Emirates (UAE) celebrates its 43rd National Day, PTCL extends its warmest felicitations to the people of UAE oon this auspicious occasion. The UAE is a symbol of success and a global hub of new possibilities. From humble beginnings 40 y
Published 02 Dec, 2014 12:00am
The United Arab Emirates - another twelve months of steady progress

The United Arab Emirates - another twelve months of steady progress

On 2nd December 2014, the United Arab Emirates marks its National Day, celebrating 43 years since the state was established in 1971. For citizens and expatriate residents of the seven emirates of the federation, Abu Dhabi, Dubai, Sharjah, Ra's al-Khaimah,
Published 02 Dec, 2014 12:00am
Message from Consul General of the UAE

Message from Consul General of the UAE

Over four decades ago, the people of the United Arab Emirates led by His Highness Sheikh Zayed bin Sultan Al Nahyan, UAE's founder and former President came together committed to a vision - to devote the nation's resources to modern development. On this d
Published 02 Dec, 2014 12:00am
Message from Ambassador of the UAE

Message from Ambassador of the UAE

These days, we are witnessing the 43rd anniversary of United Arab Emirates with the sense of pride and privilege. This is mainly attributed to the country's leadership, the faithful people and the great achievements made by Emirates over the last four dec
Published 02 Dec, 2014 12:00am
IGC raises forecast for 2014-15 global corn crop

IGC raises forecast for 2014-15 global corn crop

The International Grains Council on Thursday raised its forecast for the 2014/15 world corn (maize) crop, reflecting an upward revision to production in China. Global corn production was forecast to total 982 million tonnes, up from a previous forecast of
Published 02 Dec, 2014 12:00am
Asian rice markets slow due to poor demand

Asian rice markets slow due to poor demand

Trading on Asian rice markets was slow this week due to a lack of demand, with prices in Thailand stable but the Vietnamese market hitting multi-month lows after the official floor price was cut, traders said on Wednesday. Buyers may not return to Vietnam
Published 02 Dec, 2014 12:00am
Slide in rouble may stunt Russian sugar consumption growth

Slide in rouble may stunt Russian sugar consumption growth

A sharp slide in the rouble is driving up domestic sugar prices in Russia and could stall consumption growth in a country that imports about a million tonnes a year, analysts said. Russia's rouble has lost about a third of its value against the dollar thi
Published 02 Dec, 2014 12:00am
Oil cake market rates

Oil cake market rates

The December vaida was down, while the January vaida was inert on the forward cottonseed oilcake market on Monday in the process of trading, dealers said. The December contract closed at Rs 1600.40 and commenced with a fall of 20 paisa at Rs 1600.20 in th
Published 02 Dec, 2014 12:00am
Cotton market: depressing condition persists despite TCP buying

Cotton market: depressing condition persists despite TCP buying

Depress condition persisted on the cotton market on Monday despite the purchasing of cotton by the Trading Corporation of Pakistan (TCP), dealers said. The official spot rate maintained overnight level at Rs 4,800, they added. In the ready session, around
Published 02 Dec, 2014 12:00am
Brazil soya planting 85 percent complete

Brazil soya planting 85 percent complete

Planting of Brazil's 2014/15 soya crop was 85 percent complete as of Friday, up 9 percentage points from 76 percent a week earlier amid ample rain in most growing areas, Brazilian consultancy AgRural said on Monday. After being heavily delayed in October
Published 02 Dec, 2014 12:00am
Asian naphtha price spreads at 3-1/2 months high

Asian naphtha price spreads at 3-1/2 months high

Asia's naphtha price spread between first-half January and first-half February hit a three-and-half-month high premium of $2.50 per tonne powered by spot demand from North Asia. Taiwanese Formosa, Asia's top naphtha importer, was in talks to buy naphtha f
Published 02 Dec, 2014 12:00am
Lean business on grain market

Lean business on grain market

Slow business was seen on the wholesale grain market on Monday in the process of trading, dealers said. On the seeds side, castor seeds Sindh lost Rs 50 to Rs 2350 and cottonseeds oilcake with bag Sindh new good type did not move any side at Rs 1450, whil
Published 02 Dec, 2014 12:00am
Daily trading report of PMEX

Daily trading report of PMEX

On Friday at Pakistan Mercantile Exchange (PMEX) value traded was PKR 3.00 billion and the number of lots traded was 15,849. PMEX Commodity Index closed at 2,592. Major business was contributed by crude oil amounting to PKR 1.79 billion followed by gold (
Published 02 Dec, 2014 12:00am
Ethiopia seeks to buy 70,000 tonnes of wheat

Ethiopia seeks to buy 70,000 tonnes of wheat

The Ethiopian government has issued an international tender to purchase 70,000 tonnes of milling wheat, European traders said on Thursday. Tender deadline is December 16. Origin was optional and shipment was sought around two months after contract signing
Published 02 Dec, 2014 12:00am
Ukraine harvests 62.7 million tonnes of grain

Ukraine harvests 62.7 million tonnes of grain

Ukrainian farmers have almost completed the 2014 grain harvest, threshing 62.7 million tonnes of grain from 98 percent of the planted area as of November 27, the agriculture ministry said on Friday. The grain yield averaged 4.33 tonnes per hectare this ye
Published 02 Dec, 2014 12:00am
US Midwest corn, soya bids hold steady

US Midwest corn, soya bids hold steady

Spot corn and soyabean basis bids were mostly steady in the US Midwest on Friday as farmer selling remained light, grain merchants said. The cash market was quiet overall following the US Thanksgiving holiday on Thursday, traders said. Soyabean futures fe
Published 02 Dec, 2014 12:00am
Vietnam's 2014-15 coffee output seen down

Vietnam's 2014-15 coffee output seen down

The 2014/15 coffee output forecast for Vietnam has been revised up slightly to 29.3 million bags, but is still down from the previous season due to lower yields in some areas that grow the arabica bean, the US Department of Agriculture's attache to Vietna
Published 02 Dec, 2014 12:00am
Third of Ukraine winter barley crops in poor state

Third of Ukraine winter barley crops in poor state

More than a third of Ukrainian winter barley crops are in a poor state, raising concerns about the 2015 harvest, Kiev-based UkrAgroConsult agriculture consultancy said on Monday. According to the consultancy's data, just 18.3 percent of winter barley is i
Published 02 Dec, 2014 12:00am
Ivorian cocoa arrivals seen down

Ivorian cocoa arrivals seen down

Cocoa arrivals at ports in top grower Ivory Coast reached around 470,000 tonnes by November 30 since the start of the season on October 1, exporters estimated on Monday, down from 518,000 tonnes in the same period of the previous season. This season's cum
Published 02 Dec, 2014 12:00am
South Africa's Illovo Sugar H1 earnings fall

South Africa's Illovo Sugar H1 earnings fall

South Africa's Illovo Sugar reported a 10 percent decline in first-half earnings on Monday due to lower sugar production and depressed global prices. Headline earnings per share fell to 171.1 cents in the six months to September from 190.1 cents a year ea
Published 02 Dec, 2014 12:00am
Rains in Argentina help soya, corn planting

Rains in Argentina help soya, corn planting

Recent rains in Argentina's grain belt have moistened fields that had been left dry by hot weather, helping to speed soya and corn planting as well as development of already-planted fields, the agriculture ministry said in its weekly crop report on Friday
Published 02 Dec, 2014 12:00am
EU clears 945,000 tonnes of wheat for exports

EU clears 945,000 tonnes of wheat for exports

The European Union this week granted export licences for 945,000 tonnes of soft wheat, taking the total since the beginning of the 2014/2015 (July-June) season to 8.4 million tonnes, official data showed on Thursday. The total so far this season compared
Published 02 Dec, 2014 12:00am
Russia's wheat export price up on weaker rouble

Russia's wheat export price up on weaker rouble

Russian export prices for wheat rose slightly last week due to a weaker rouble, which has lost more than a third against the dollar this year, Moscow-based agriculture consultancy SovEcon said. Russia's Black Sea prices for wheat with 12.5 percent protein
Published 02 Dec, 2014 12:00am
Karachi Port's and Port Qasim's activities

Karachi Port's and Port Qasim's activities

The Karachi Port handled 191,179 tonnes of cargo comprising 129,825 tonnes of import cargo and 61,554 tonnes of export cargo including 3,574 loaded and empty containers during the last 48 hours ending at 0700 hours on Monday. The total import cargo of 129
Published 02 Dec, 2014 12:00am
Russian ruble sees worst daily drop since 1998 crisis

Russian ruble sees worst daily drop since 1998 crisis

The beleaguered ruble suffered Monday its biggest one-day fall since the 1998 financial meltdown after oil prices sank further, aggravating worries about Russia's economy. As concern mounted over the outlook for Russia's sanctions-hit economy, lawmakers a
Published 02 Dec, 2014 12:00am