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Pakistan Central Govt Debt Rises to Rs. 78.5 Trillion in December 2025
Pakistan’s central government debt surged to Rs. 78.5 trillion in December 2025, marking a 1.3 percent increase on a month-on-month (MoM) basis, according to the latest data released by the State Bank of Pakistan (SBP). On a yearly basis, the…
Exporters Alarmed as Pakistan Rice Shipments Drop – Govt Incentives Announced
Pakistan’s rice exports have witnessed a steep decline of 68.52% during the July–December 2025 period, with Basmati rice suffering the most, dropping 93.21%, according to…
USD to PKR Drops for 88th Day After SBP Decision
The USD to PKR exchange rate declined for the 88th consecutive trading session on January 27, 2026, as the Pakistani rupee continued its steady recovery…
Federal Court Upholds Super Tax, Unlocks Rs. 300 Billion for Government
Pakistan’s Federal Constitutional Court has upheld the Super Tax, delivering a major fiscal win for the federal government and clearing the way for more than…
State Bank of Pakistan Buys $7 Billion in Interbank Forex Market Within 12 Months
The State Bank of Pakistan (SBP) has purchased nearly $7 billion from the interbank foreign exchange market over the last 12 months, underscoring a sustained…
Haleon Pakistan to Invest £3.58 Million to Upgrade Panadol Liquid Production
Haleon Pakistan Limited is set to invest £3.58 million ($4.9 million USD) and 1.35 Billion PKR to expand and modernize its Panadol Liquid packaging line,…
FBR Warns Customs Officers Against Unauthorized Social Media Use
The Federal Board of Revenue (FBR) has announced that it will take strict action against Customs officers and officials found using social media platforms without…
Pakistan’s New Currency Notes Move Closer to Printing Stage
The State Bank of Pakistan (SBP) has confirmed that printing of newly designed currency notes will begin once the federal cabinet gives its formal approval,…
Pakistan Customs Revenue Hits Record Rs 2.31 Trillion Amid Digital Push
Pakistan Customs has reported its highest-ever revenue collection, bringing in Rs 2.31 trillion during the current fiscal year, a 20 percent increase compared to the…
Gold and Silver Prices in Pakistan Today, 27th January, 2026
Gold and silver prices in Pakistan fluctuate frequently based on international market trends. Local gold markets and Sarafa Markets provide the rates listed here in…
Pakistan’s Real Estate Investment Trust Market Expands as SECP Registers 3 New Schemes
The Securities and Exchange Commission of Pakistan (SECP) has registered three new Real Estate Investment Trust (REIT) Schemes in January 2026, marking another major step…
Pakistan’s Forex Reserves to Reach Record $20.2 Billion by December 2026
Pakistan is on track to achieve a historic milestone as foreign exchange reserves held by the State Bank of Pakistan (SBP) are projected to exceed…
KSE-100 Index Falls Amid Interest Rate and Geopolitical Concerns
The Pakistan Stock Exchange (PSX) slipped 579 points on Monday as investors awaited clarity on the State Bank of Pakistan’s (SBP) monetary policy. The benchmark…

