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SECP Hits New Record with 4,065 Company Registrations in July
The Securities and Exchange Commission of Pakistan (SECP) has set a new benchmark with 4,065 company registrations in July 2025. This milestone marks the highest…
Pakistani Startup Icon Backs UAE Fintech’s Record $48M Funding
Mudassir Sheikha, the founder of Careem, has joined a group of angel investors backing UAE fintech Alaan in its record $48 million Series A round.…
FBR Drops New Online Tax Rules – What It Means for Online Sellers & Couriers
The Federal Board of Revenue (FBR) has launched an aggressive crackdown on Pakistan’s e-commerce sector, introducing sweeping tax compliance requirements for online sellers and courier…
Allied Bank Launches Pakistan’s First Metaverse Banking Experience
Allied Bank has officially launched its upgraded and immersive banking experience within the metaverse, marking a bold and futuristic step in Pakistan’s digital banking landscape.…
FBR Explains Rules for Economic Transaction Limits
The Federal Board of Revenue has issued detailed rules on FBR economic transaction limits for individuals who fail to declare their income sources or investments…
Pakistan Falls Short on IMF Fiscal Conditions as Provinces Miss Targets
Pakistan has fallen short on key IMF fiscal conditions as provincial governments failed to meet cash surplus targets and the FBR missed critical revenue benchmarks…
FBR Sales Tax Deadline for June 2025 Returns Extended Further
Pakistan’s apex tax body has further extended the FBR sales tax deadline for June 2025 returns. Taxpayers now have more time to submit returns if…
ECC Okays EV Subsidy, QAU Grant
The Economic Coordination Committee (ECC) of the Cabinet, chaired by Finance Minister Muhammad Aurangzeb, approved several key economic measures in its recent meeting. The session,…
Pak Suzuki Rating Upgraded with Stable Outlook
The Pakistan Credit Rating Agency (PACRA) has upgraded the Pak Suzuki rating, elevating its long-term rating from AA- to AA and its short-term rating from…
ADB Flags Pakistan Pension Scheme as Major Threat to Public Finances
The Asian Development Bank (ADB) has warned that Pakistan’s pension scheme for government employees is creating serious financial pressure. Without a proper funding system, the…
Mandatory FBR E-Invoicing Begins for All Sales Tax Registered Entities
The Federal Board of Revenue has made FBR e-invoicing mandatory for all sales tax registered entities. This phased implementation will start on August 1, aiming…
Pakistan Investment Bonds Auction Surpasses Rs300bn Target
The latest Pakistan Investment Bonds Auction raised Rs639 billion on Friday, significantly exceeding the Rs300 billion target, as banks aggressively invested in long-term government papers…
