Is Pakistan open for business? Updated 24 Sep, 2026 01:32pm EDITORIAL: When 91 percent of respondents say that doing business in Pakistan is difficult, there is little room...
Pakistan decides to renegotiate investment treaty with Sweden Published 02 Sep, 2026 05:09am ISLAMABAD: The federal government has decided to revoke Pakistan’s notice of termination of its Bilateral Investment...
Investor sentiment down Published 24 Aug, 2026 03:45am KARACHI: Heightened political and geopolitical tensions, coupled with uncertainty surrounding the Strait of Hormuz...
Govt’s reform agenda highlighted Published 27 Jul, 2026 05:04am ISLAMABAD: Advisor to the Federal Minister for Finance and Revenue Khurram Schehzad outlined the government’s...
PM directs early rollout of ease of doing business law Updated 18 Jul, 2026 09:19am ISLAMABAD: In a push to revive investor confidence and ease the burden on businesses, Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif...
Chinese investors express confidence in capital markets Published 25 Jun, 2026 07:38am ISLAMABAD: Chinese strategic investors in Pakistan Stock Exchange (PSX) have expressed strong confidence in...
PSX extends bullish momentum Published 19 Jun, 2026 05:50am KARACHI: The Pakistan Stock Exchange (PSX) extended its bullish momentum on Thursday as declining international...
Talks with business tycoons on budget: PM outlines plans to spur industry, create jobs Updated 04 Jun, 2026 05:59am ISLAMABAD: Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif on Wednesday reaffirmed the government’s commitment to an export-led growth...
Equities post strong recovery Published 01 Jun, 2026 04:28am KARACHI: Pakistan equities posted a strong recovery during the outgoing week as easing geopolitical tensions in the...
Pakistan’s inflation is no longer just economic — it is geopolitical Updated 27 May, 2026 04:25am Inflation beyond numbers In Pakistan, inflation is often discussed as if it were merely a domestic policy failure....
Stocks hit historic high Published 22 May, 2026 06:05am KARACHI: The Pakistan Stock Exchange (PSX) witnessed a powerful bullish session on Thursday as improved investor...
Jul-Apr FDI slumps 31pc to USD1.409bn YoY Published 19 May, 2026 06:02am KARACHI: Foreign Direct Investment (FDI) in Pakistan declined sharply by 31 percent during the first 10 months of...
First right of refusal: empowering Pakistan’s local businesses Published 17 May, 2026 05:08am Pakistan’s efforts to privatise State-Owned Enterprises (SOEs) have sparked debate about the future of vital...
PM for comprehensive housing reforms, digitalisation of sector Updated 15 May, 2026 09:05am ISLAMABAD: Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif on Thursday called for urgent reforms in the country’s housing sector,...
Key indicators on track despite ME tensions: Aurangzeb Updated 08 May, 2026 09:55am Briefs the NA Standing Committee on finance Pakistan’s current economic performance
Virtual assets sector: PM for proper regulatory system Updated 02 May, 2026 09:20am LAHORE: The Minister of State and Chairman of the Pakistan Virtual Assets Regulatory Authority (PVARA) Bilal bin...
Repositioning Pakistan in transit economy Updated 25 Apr, 2026 07:24am Pakistan’s early advantage as a transit hub between Europe and Asia eroded not due to geography, but due to...
PSX maintains bullish trajectory Published 20 Apr, 2026 05:29am KARACHI: Pakistan Stock Exchange (PSX) maintained its bullish trajectory during the week ended April 17, 2026, as...
Investor confidence: EU urges Pakistan to ensure policy stability, transparency Updated 18 Apr, 2026 09:32am ISLAMABAD: The European Union has urged Pakistan to ensure predictability, transparency and consistency in its...
War-hit economies: European development bank unveils 5bn euros Published 10 Apr, 2026 05:52am LONDON: The European development bank said Thursday it was unlocking five billion euros (USD5.9bn) to help shore up...
FDI: Fragile, not firm Updated 19 Mar, 2026 08:07am Pakistan’s FDI data for Feb-26 and 8MFY26 offer only limited reassurance. February was reasonably constant, with net...
Aurangzeb tells RCCI delegation: Govt committed to improving investment climate Published 10 Mar, 2026 06:09am ISLAMABAD: The Rawalpindi Chamber of Commerce and Industry (RCCI) on Monday urged Finance Minister Muhammad...
Oil price shock triggers historic bloodbath Published 10 Mar, 2026 06:09am KARACHI: Pakistan’s equity market witnessed one of its most dramatic sessions in recent history on Monday as heavy...
Investor confidence depends on efficiency of justice system: Justice Waheed Published 24 Jan, 2026 06:42am ISLAMABAD: To facilitate faster justice, Shahid Waheed, Judge of the Supreme Court of Pakistan, announced on Friday...
PSX transitions to T+1 settlement cycle on Feb 9 Updated 24 Jan, 2026 05:32am KARACHI: Pakistan’s capital market is set to enter a faster and more efficient era as the Pakistan Stock Exchange...
BR RESEARCH: Pakistan’s FDI: weaker numbers, fragile confidence Updated 22 Dec, 2025 07:25am Foreign direct investment into Pakistan declined in Nov-25, and the broader July–November FY26 picture reinforces an...
OPINION: Exodus of MNCs Updated 25 Nov, 2025 08:06am In a recent development, another multinational conglomerate, Lotte Corporation of South Korea, has divested its...
Editorial: Course correction Updated 11 Nov, 2025 12:26pm EDITORIAL: According to Federal Finance Minister Muhammad Aurangzeb, the country has embarked on a fundamental shift...
Climate finance key to protecting Pakistan’s economy and environment: Aurangzeb Updated 07 Nov, 2025 09:27am Says Pakistan has secured $1.3 billion climate financing agreement with IMF
Government’s economic team unveils progress report on structural reforms, way forward Updated 04 Nov, 2025 09:31am Pakistan stands at a unique confluence of economic stability and favourable geopolitical tailwinds, says finance minister