An uphill battle Last week was a roller coaster. The spillover of political uncertainties was felt severely on economic front. ... Published 11 Apr, 2022 05:23am
Opinion Economic impasse — yet again The political impasse triggered by the Deputy Speaker’s 3 April ruling dismissing the no-confidence motion against... Published 11 Apr, 2022 05:23am
World World Bank warns of bleak economic outlook for Ukraine, region WASHINGTON: The World Bank issued dire forecasts for Ukraine as Russia's invasion impacts both the country and its... Published 11 Apr, 2022 01:42am
Pakistan PAAPAM concerned over 2.5pc hike in interest rate LAHORE: The Pakistan Association of Automotive Parts & Accessories Manufacturers (PAAPAM) Chairman Abdur Razzaq... Published 10 Apr, 2022 05:49am
Opinion Big hike in policy rate It is interesting to note that the International Monetary Fund (IMF) has welcomed the Monetary Policy Committee ... Published 10 Apr, 2022 05:49am
World IMF says 'very concerned' about Sri Lanka's ongoing economic crisis COLOMBO: The International Monetary Fund (IMF) said on Saturday it was "very concerned" about Sri Lanka's ongoing... Updated 09 Apr, 2022 09:59pm
Opinion A sham democracy? Democracy by definition is a system of government in which laws, policies, leadership and major undertakings of a... Published 09 Apr, 2022 04:39am
Markets Currency values in terms of Special Drawing Rights WASHINGTON: The International Monetary Fund (IMF), treasuries' department's currency values in terms of Special... Published 09 Apr, 2022 04:39am
Print IMF hails 250bps hike in policy rate IMF resident representative Esther Perez Ruiz says that the fund welcomes SBP Monetary Policy Committee’s strong policy rate action, given 'the elevated inflation and heightened uncertainty that Pakistan is facing' Updated 09 Apr, 2022 10:18am
Print PSDP 2022-23: All ministries directed to send proposals by 11th ISLAMABAD: Ministry of Planning Development and Special Initiatives (MoPD&SI) has directed all the ministries to... Updated 09 Apr, 2022 10:40am
Opinion Economic and political instability ‘“Only a crisis — actual or perceived — produces real change. When the crisis occurs, the actions that are... Published 08 Apr, 2022 05:28am
Opinion Rising economic difficulties At present Pakistan is facing grim crises. Regardless of the Supreme Court’s decision, the real question is ... Published 08 Apr, 2022 05:28am
Markets Currency values in terms of Special Drawing Rights WASHINGTON: The International Monetary Fund (IMF), treasuries' department's currency values in terms of Special... Published 08 Apr, 2022 05:28am
World IMF reaches agreement on $3bn deal for Lebanon WASHINGTON: The IMF announced Thursday that after months of negotiations it reached a staff-level agreement to... Published 07 Apr, 2022 10:01pm
Print PPRA board accords approval: MoU signed in compliance with IMF’s conditions ISLAMABAD: The Board of Public Procurement Regulatory Authority (PPRA) has approved signing of Memorandum of... Updated 07 Apr, 2022 11:06am
Markets Currency values in terms of Special Drawing Rights WASHINGTON: The International Monetary Fund (IMF), treasuries' department's currency values in terms of Special... Published 07 Apr, 2022 05:15am
Business & Finance Saarc chamber president concerned at political upheaval, rupee depreciation LAHORE: President SAARC Chamber of Commerce and Industry Iftikhar Ali Malik on Wednesday expressing his grave ... Published 07 Apr, 2022 05:15am
Markets Currency values in terms of Special Drawing Rights WASHINGTON: The International Monetary Fund (IMF), treasuries' department's currency values in terms of Special... Published 06 Apr, 2022 05:53am
Editorials The Fund’s seventh review EDITORIAL: Resident Representative of the International Monetary Fund (IMF) in Islamabad, Esther Perez Ruiz, ... Published 06 Apr, 2022 05:53am
Markets Record weakness: Rupee crosses 185 level amid political upheaval Widening trade deficit, falling foreign exchange reserves add to negative market sentiment Updated 05 Apr, 2022 04:40pm
World IMF must condition Egypt loan to protect poorest, HRW warns BEIRUT: Rights groups on Monday said an Egyptian request for a loan from the International Monetary Fund (IMF) must... Published 05 Apr, 2022 05:38am
Print EFF programme: 7th review to remain pending till formation of new govt: IMF ISLAMABAD: The ongoing talks with the International Monetary Fund (IMF) under seventh review of the Extended Fund... Updated 05 Apr, 2022 10:05am
Editorials PTI govt: legacy and lessons learned EDITORIAL: Three years and seven months in government is equivalent to 71.1 percent of tenure completion, a time... Published 05 Apr, 2022 05:38am
Business & Finance 7th review of EFF: IMF says will enquire over programme engagement with new govt Says will engage on policies on macroeconomic stability with new administration in Pakistan Published 04 Apr, 2022 08:17pm
Opinion Economy: ‘begging’ for attention The worst possible time for political chaos is when economic conditions are deteriorating, and the singular focus... Published 04 Apr, 2022 05:38am
Editorials Expenditure galore EDITORIAL: The Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf (PTI) administration meticulously adhered to the politically challenging... Published 04 Apr, 2022 05:38am
Markets Down 3.0pc in $ terms in Q1: KSE-100 Index up 1.0pc in PKR terms QoQ KARACHI: Pakistan’s benchmark KSE-100 Index has registered a slight increase of 1.0 percent on a ... Updated 03 Apr, 2022 08:47am
Print KE asks govt to release Rs3.4bn under PM’s relief package ISLAMABAD: The K-Electric (KE) has sought Rs 3.4 billion from the federal government as the first installment from... Updated 03 Apr, 2022 08:37am
Opinion Testing times Moody’s rating on financial health of the country is widely considered as meaningful with consequences for the... Updated 02 Apr, 2022 12:26pm
Pakistan Political upheaval adding to surge in default risk? ISLAMABAD: Pakistan’s political upheaval is adding to a surge in the nation’s default risk and triggering off... Updated 02 Apr, 2022 10:24pm
Share under NFC Award: Govt may explore option of sharing debt servicing, power circular debt with provinces