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Financial system’s performance and resilience remained steady, says the SBP Financial Stability…
State Bank of Pakistan (SBP) has issued its annual flagship publication Financial Stability Review (FSR) for CY25. The FSR presents the performance and risk assessment of various segments of the financial sector including banks,…
FCEPL SLIC Launch Insurance for Dairy Farmers
KARACHI: (News Desk)- Karachi-based FrieslandCampina Engro Pakistan Limited has partnered with State Life Insurance Corporation of Pakistan to launch a pioneering life insurance programme aimed at securing the financial future of more than…
Pre-Budget Talks Signal Focus on Savings, Inclusion, and Market Growth
Islamabad: (Mudassar Iqbal/News Desk) - As part of its ongoing consultations ahead of the Federal Budget 2026–27, the Ministry of Finance engaged with key stakeholders from the financial, insurance, healthcare, and corporate sectors to…
Cigarette Tax Hike in Budget 2026–27 Could Generate Rs. 51 Billion in Additional Revenue
Islamabad: (News Desk) - The Society for the Protection of the Rights of the Child (SPARC) has suggested an increase in the Federal Excise Duty (FED) in the upcoming Federal Budget 2026–27, including a minimum adjustment of Rs. 35 per pack…
Pakistan Trade Deficit Hits Highest Level Since 2022
ISLAMABAD: (Web Desk) - Pakistan’s trade deficit surged sharply in April 2026, reaching its highest level since mid-2022, according to data released by the Pakistan Bureau of Statistics.
The deficit expanded to $4.07 billion,…
Indian Rupee Hits Record Low Amid Rising Tensions
ISLAMABAD: (Web Desk) - The Indian Rupee weakened further on Tuesday, dropping by 20 paisas to hit a fresh record low of 95.43 against the US dollar during early trading. The decline comes amid fragile investor sentiment driven by rising…
Gold Prices Fall in Pakistan as Global Market Weakens
KARACHI (Web Desk) – Gold prices in Pakistan witnessed a notable decline as global bullion markets softened, offering slight relief to buyers after recent record highs.
According to the All Pakistan Sarafa Association, the price of gold…
PSX Surges as Middle East Tensions Show Easing
ISLAMABAD: (Web Desk) - The Pakistan Stock Exchange (PSX) staged a strong recovery on Monday as investors reacted positively to signs of possible diplomatic progress in the Middle East. Optimism grew after Donald Trump announced plans to…
Government mulls salary and pension hike in budget proposal
ISLAMABAD: (Web Desk) - The federal government is reportedly evaluating a proposal to raise salaries and pensions of public sector employees in the upcoming fiscal year 2026–27 budget.
According to media reports, government…
