IMF lifts US growth forecast but marks down China; sees lackluster global economy WASHINGTON: The International Monetary Fund on Tuesday raised its 2024 economic growth forecasts for the U.S.,... Published 22 Oct, 2024 06:52pm
BR Research ‘Cash and Code’ driving recovery As expected, the current account is nearly balanced in the first quarter of the fiscal year. The story is... Published 22 Oct, 2024 06:51am
Business & Finance IMF says global public debt to top $100 trillion, growth may accelerate WASHINGTON: The world’s total public debt is set to exceed $100 trillion this year for the first time, and may grow... Published 15 Oct, 2024 11:42am
Business & Finance Pakistan can be an ideal destination for Saudi investment: Ahsan ISLAMABAD: Federal Minister for Planning, Development and Special Initiatives Ahsan Iqbal emphasised that Pakistan... Published 12 Oct, 2024 07:11am
Business & Finance LCCI chief urges govt, SBP to ensure ‘adequate’ facilitation LAHORE: The Lahore Chamber of Commerce and Industry (LCCI) President has urged the government and State Bank of... Published 08 Oct, 2024 07:27am
Print Indicators showing positive growth, says Jam ISLAMABAD: Federal Minister for Commerce Jam Kamal Khan on Saturday said that in the country all economic indicators... Updated 06 Oct, 2024 01:22pm
Business & Finance Innovation in banking drives economic growth: SBP governor KARACHI: Governor of the State Bank of Pakistan, Jameel Ahmad, has said that innovation in banking is the future and... Published 03 Oct, 2024 06:31am
Business & Finance ADB maintains GDP growth rate at 2.8pc ISLAMABAD: The Asian Development Bank (ADB) maintained GDP growth projection for Pakistan at 2.8 percent and... Published 26 Sep, 2024 06:48am
Business & Finance Swiss govt sees below average economic growth in 2024 ZURICH: The Swiss economy is expected to grow by 1.2% this year, the government said on Thursday, below the... Published 23 Sep, 2024 06:45am
Business & Finance Minister highlights role of SMEs in economic growth LAHORE: Rana Tanveer Hussain, Federal Minister Industries and Production has initiated a process to enhance... Published 22 Sep, 2024 02:47am
BR Research Current account roundup: 2MFY25 In August, the current account posted a marginal surplus of $75 million. The deficit for the July-August period... Published 19 Sep, 2024 08:42am
Business & Finance US committed to Bangladesh’s economic growth, to give $202m more in aid DHAKA: The United States is committed to supporting Bangladesh’s inclusive economic growth, institution building... Published 16 Sep, 2024 06:08am
Print IMF deal to be made public: Aurangzeb Outlines key aspects of the latest IMF agreement Updated 14 Sep, 2024 09:37pm
Business & Finance Forex reserves rise to $9.47bn KARACHI: The total liquid foreign reserves held by the country stood at $14,796.1 million as of 06-Sep-2024. The... Published 13 Sep, 2024 06:13am
Opinion ‘Overcapacity dilemma: mismanagement or misjudgment?’ This is apropos a letter to the Editor titled ‘Overcapacity dilemma: mismanagement or misjudgment?’ carried by... Updated 11 Sep, 2024 08:53am
Pakistan Aurangzeb says agriculture, IT key economic drivers ISLAMABAD: Federal Minister for Finance and Revenue Senator Muhammad Aurangzeb has said that agriculture and... Published 11 Sep, 2024 06:31am
World US to discuss economic support for Bangladesh interim government US officials will hold talks with Bangladesh’s interim government to see how the United States can support the... Published 10 Sep, 2024 09:27pm
Business & Finance Traders urge govt to reduce interest rate to boost economic growth PESHAWAR: Members of the business community urged the government to reduce the current interest rate for economic... Published 10 Sep, 2024 06:32am
Opinion Overcrowded and underprepared: Pakistan’s crisis Population growth can be a double-edged sword: it can either provide a growing labor force that drives economic... Updated 09 Sep, 2024 08:33am
Business & Finance FPCCI seeks 400bps cut in interest rate LAHORE: The Federation of Pakistan Chamber of Commerce and Industry (FPCCI) has called on the government and ... Updated 07 Sep, 2024 09:00am
Business & Finance ITCN Asia: OICCI reaffirms commitment to advancing IT, telecom sectors KARACHI: The Overseas Investors Chamber of Commerce and Industry (OICCI) has reaffirmed its commitment to advancing... Published 30 Aug, 2024 06:08am
Business & Finance Experts call for policy continuation for IT, other sectors KARACHI: Experts urged the government and stakeholders to maintain the continuation of policies for IT and other... Updated 30 Aug, 2024 07:53am
Print Country on economic growth trajectory: Dar LAHORE: Deputy Prime Minister and Foreign Minister Muhammad Ishaq Dar said on Saturday that the country has now been... Updated 25 Aug, 2024 09:52am
Business & Finance Jam vows support to PM’s economic growth vision KARACHI: Federal Minister of Commerce and Industry Jam Kamal Khan has assured complete support of his ministry and... Published 24 Aug, 2024 06:23am
Perspectives Despite deepening polarisation, Pakistani students still flocking to the west Hamza Khan moved to the US from Lahore three years ago to pursue higher education at Arizona State University, a... Published 21 Aug, 2024 08:30am
Pakistan PM Shehbaz says govt working on comprehensive plan for reforms in various sectors Premier says power sector, agriculture, digitalisation of FBR, commerce and trade are the key focuses of the reform plan Updated 20 Aug, 2024 10:53pm
BR Research Current account FY25: weak exports pose threat The near-zero current account balance is expected to continue, as a deficit of $162 million was posted on July 24.... Published 20 Aug, 2024 06:50am
Opinion Pakistan’s power system: challenges and solutions The current high cost of electricity in Pakistan has undoubtedly hurt domestic, commercial, and household... Updated 19 Aug, 2024 10:18am
Print Aurangzeb says on BYD’s NEV launch occasion: Plan launched to revitalize economy The finance minister says the government is committed to supporting the private sector, recognizing its crucial role in driving economic growth Updated 18 Aug, 2024 01:34pm
Markets Business leaders for swift resolution of IPPs issue LAHORE: Business leaders call for swift resolution of IPPs issue, citing severe impact on industrialization and... Published 17 Aug, 2024 07:47am