Pakistan’s Finance Minister Muhammad Aurangzeb departed for the United States to participate in important meetings of the International Monetary Fund and the World Bank, where global financial leaders will gather to discuss economic challenges and policy coordination. The high-level meetings will take place in Washington, D.C. from April 13 to April 18 and are […]
Pakistan economy
Finance minister leaves for US to attend IMF, World Bank meetings
Pakistan’s Finance Minister Muhammad Aurangzeb has departed for the United States to participate in key international financial meetings hosted by the International Monetary Fund (IMF) and the World Bank. Read More: US reaffirms support for Pakistan’s economic reform agenda The high-level meetings are scheduled to take place in Washington, D.C. from April 13 to 18, […]
Youth as Present Capital: A Skills-Based Path for Pakistan
Economic development has never been a uniform process; rather, it reflects disparities in how societies invest in human capital, research, and institutional capacity. For developing economies such as Pakistan, the central challenge is not the absence of educational infrastructure, but the inability to translate academic output into productive, industrial application. This disconnect has contributed to […]
ADB warns risks persist despite Pakistan’s economic recovery
ISLAMABAD: The Asian Development Bank (ADB) has said that while Pakistan’s economy is showing signs of gradual recovery, significant risks continue to threaten long-term stability. Read More: ADB backs Pakistan solar power reforms In its latest report on Pakistan’s economic outlook, the ADB noted that macroeconomic conditions are improving, but external and internal vulnerabilities remain a […]
PSX surges as KSE-100 gaining over 1,900 points
KARACHI: The Pakistan Stock Exchange (PSX) witnessed a strong bullish trend on the last trading day of the week, with the benchmark KSE-100 Index gaining more than 1,900 points during intraday trading. Read More: PSX surges over 14,137 points amid improving regional situation The rally comes in the wake of a ceasefire in the Middle East, […]
Shehbaz Sharif has reaffirmed Pakistan’s commitment to a sustainable framework
Shehbaz Sharif has reaffirmed Pakistan’s commitment to a sustainable, transparent, and facility-based investment framework aimed at attracting both local and international investors. Speaking during a meeting in Islamabad, the prime minister highlighted the government’s ongoing efforts to create a business-friendly environment. Read More: PM Shehbaz Sharif pledges swift economic reforms to world bank The meeting was held […]
PSX surges as ceasefire lifts investor sentiment
The Pakistan Stock Exchange (PSX) witnessed a historic surge on Wednesday as investor confidence rebounded sharply following reports of a ceasefire between the United States and Iran. Read More: PSX stays bullish, gains more 465 points The benchmark KSE-100 Index jumped by more than 12,000 points during intraday trading, rising 12,362.38 points, or 8.15 percent, to […]
Gold prices in Pakistan fall by Rs3,000 per tola
Gold prices recorded a notable decline across Pakistan on Tuesday, offering some relief to buyers amid ongoing economic fluctuations and high inflation. Read More: Gold prices remain steady in Pakistan According to the All Pakistan Gems and Jewellers Association, the price of gold per tola decreased by Rs3,000, bringing the new rate down to Rs488,462. The drop […]
Pakistan to repay UAE $2 billion after securing funds
Pakistan has decided to repay $2 billion to the United Arab Emirates (UAE) after arranging the required funds through alternative financial sources, according to government officials. Read More: UAE ‘rolls over’ $2 billion loan for a month Sources said the decision was made after Islamabad secured sufficient financing to meet its external payment obligations due in the coming […]
Murad Ali Shah has announced a Rs55 billion targeted subsidy package
KARACHI: Sindh Chief Minister Syed Murad Ali Shah has announced a Rs55 billion targeted subsidy package aimed at protecting vulnerable groups from rising fuel costs driven by regional tensions, including the ongoing Iran conflict. Read More: Sindh unveils Rs2000 biker fuel subsidy Speaking at a press conference, the chief minister said the provincial government would bear […]