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Qatar’s Al-Thani Group Signals Exit From Port Qasim Power Project
Qatar’s Al-Thani Group has indicated plans to withdraw its 49 percent share from the Port Qasim coal power project, becoming the latest foreign investor to reconsider operations in Pakistan amid financial pressures and policy concerns. The 1,320 MW Port Qasim…
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IMF Delegation Visit to Pakistan Set for Next Economic Review
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The federal government has confirmed that an IMF delegation visit to Pakistan is scheduled for the upcoming economic review, with preparations now finalized. Federal Finance…
SECP Updates Public Offering Regulations
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The Securities and Exchange Commission of Pakistan (SECP) has announced final amendments to the Public Offering Regulations, aimed at streamlining IPO processes, boosting transparency, and…
Audit Finds Five Countries Owe Pakistan Over Rs86 Billion
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Pakistan is still waiting to recover more than Rs86 billion from five countries that have defaulted on payments for decades, official audit documents reveal. These…
Companies Act 2017 Reforms Target Outdated Corporate Regulations
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A high-level subcommittee has proposed significant Companies Act 2017 reforms to align Pakistan’s corporate laws with international standards. Haroon Akhtar Khan, Special Assistant to the…
FBR Sugar Investigation Leads to Suspension of Officials
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The National Assembly’s Standing Committee was briefed on the ongoing FBR sugar investigation, with the tax authority confirming that 14 of its officials have been…
Mari Petroleum Earnings Drop 16% in FY25
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Mari Petroleum has announced its financial results for FY25, posting a 16% year-on-year decline in earnings, with profit recorded at Rs65.1 billion (EPS: PKR54.25) compared…
Fauji Cement Posts Record Rs13.3bn Profit in FY25
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Fauji Cement Company Limited (FCCL) has reported a record profit of Rs13.3 billion for FY25, marking a 62% year-on-year surge from Rs8.2 billion in FY24.…
Pakistan Services Exports Grow 9.23% in 2025
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Pakistan services exports increased by 9.23 percent to $8.39 billion in FY25, up from $7.68 billion in the previous fiscal year, driven by strong gains…
Govt Considers Relief on Bearer Prize Bonds Redemption
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The federal government may extend relief to individuals who missed the deadline for bearer prize bonds redemption, said Minister of State for Finance Bilal Azhar…
Pakistan Mart Project Promises Direct Global Access for Exporters
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The government is planning to establish the Pakistan Mart project in Dubai to help small and medium-sized exporters connect directly with international buyers. This initiative…
15 PSX Companies Now Hold $1 Billion Market Capitalization
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The Pakistan Stock Exchange (PSX) has seen a significant rise in companies reaching the $1 billion market capitalization milestone, jumping from just three firms two…
Pakistan Trade Deficit Widens to $2.75 Billion in July 2025
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Pakistan’s trade deficit reached $2.75 billion in July 2025, marking a sharp increase of over 44 percent compared to the $1.90 billion deficit recorded in…
MCB Bank Profit Drops in H1CY2025
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MCB Bank Limited (PSX: MCB) has reported a 15.52% decline in profit attributable to equity shareholders for the half-year ended June 30, 2025. The MCB…
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