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SBP Injects Rs 10.9 Trillion to Keep Banks Liquid
The State Bank of Pakistan pumped more than Rs 10.9 trillion into the banking system through open market…
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CPEC 2.0 Review: Focus Shifts to Industry and Jobs
A review of the China-Pakistan Economic Corridor's second phase stressed industrial growth, skills and new jobs over new…
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Textile Exports Hit $5 Billion in First Quarter of FY27
Pakistan's textile exports reached $5 billion from July to September, but industry leaders warn of a possible slowdown…
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Pakistani Startups Raise $133.7 Million in 2026 So Far
Pakistani startups raised $133.7 million across 10 deals in 2026 so far, with third-quarter funding nearly five times…
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IMF Staff Deal Paves Way for $1.21 Billion for Pakistan
Pakistan reached a staff-level agreement with the IMF in early October, paving the way for up to $1.21…
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IT Exports Keep Rising as Digital Economy Grows
Pakistan's IT exports are projected to grow nearly 20 per cent this fiscal year, helping offset weakness in…
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Rooftop Solar Now Powers Over 20% of Pakistan’s Electricity
A wave of rooftop solar panels has pushed solar power past 20% of Pakistan's total electricity, as people…
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Asian Markets Rebound After Tech-Led Sell-Off
Asian shares recovered on Friday after a sharp sell-off linked to worries about debt at AI firms and…
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Karachi Transformation Plan: Sindh CM Approves Rs84.8 Billion for 523 Development Schemes
The Sindh CM has approved the Karachi Transformation Plan: Rs84.796 billion for 523 development schemes plus six priority…
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CPEC 2.0: Pakistan and China Agree New Phase of Economic Corridor After Beijing Talks
Pakistan and China have agreed to align development plans and launch CPEC 2.0 after talks in Beijing, expanding…
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PIA Privatisation: Lahore High Court Tells Government to Hear Objections on National Carrier Sell-Off
The Lahore High Court has directed the government to hear objections challenging the PIA privatisation process. A look…
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US China Trade Truce Buys Time as Tariff Threats Loom Over G20 Talks
The US and China have bought time with a fragile trade truce, but tariff threats and excess capacity…
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Shipping lines reroute again as insurance premiums climb
Reporting begins with the ordinary detail: what happened, what was decided, and what comes next. This demonstration article…
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Small lenders find an unexpected market in farm equipment
Reporting begins with the ordinary detail: what happened, what was decided, and what comes next. This demonstration article…
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Textile exporters report a steadier quarter after a volatile year
Reporting begins with the ordinary detail: what happened, what was decided, and what comes next. This demonstration article…
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Central Bank Holds Interest Rate Steady
Policymakers cited easing inflation as the main reason for keeping the benchmark rate unchanged.
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Small Exporters Report Stronger Order Books
A survey of manufacturers suggests demand from overseas buyers has picked up this quarter.
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Regional Markets Steady After Volatile Week
Analysts point to easing commodity prices as a key factor behind the calmer trading session.