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Steady Cotton Rates Observed Across Major Pakistani Provinces
Pakistan’s cotton market stayed steady on Saturday as prices in Sindh, Punjab and Balochistan held firm despite low trading activity. The latest data shows stable rates for cotton, Phutti and Primark varieties, offering a calm outlook for growers and traders.…
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SBP Launches Zarkhez-e Digital Platform for Small Farmers
The State Bank of Pakistan (SBP) has officially launched a groundbreaking digital platform, ‘Zarkhez-e’, designed to provide collateral-free agricultural loans to small and marginalized farmers…
KSE-100 Index Jumps 7,000 Points, 2nd-Highest Gain
The Pakistan Stock Exchange (PSX) witnessed a record-breaking rally on Tuesday as the KSE-100 Index jumped by over 7,000 points, marking the second-highest single-day gain…
Thatta Cement Buys 28% Stake in Pearl Continental Operator
In a major diversification move, Thatta Cement Company Limited has acquired a 28% stake in Pakistan Services Limited (PSL) the operator of Pearl Continental Hotels…
Pakistan, Vietnam Set Stage for Preferential Trade Agreement
Pakistan and Vietnam have officially launched negotiations on a Preferential Trade Agreement (PTA) to strengthen bilateral trade, investment, and economic cooperation between the two nations.…
Pakistani-Founded Dubizzle Group Announces Dubai IPO, Eyes Global Expansion
The UAE’s digital classifieds powerhouse Dubizzle Group, founded by Pakistani siblings Imran, Haider and Zeeshan Ali Khan, has revealed plans to launch an initial public…
Private Sector Borrowing Halts in Q1 FY26
The first quarter of FY26 ended without any new private sector borrowing in Pakistan, highlighting the fragile state of the economy and the growing uncertainty…
Gold and Silver Prices in Pakistan Continue Persistent Upward Climb
Gold and silver prices in Pakistan continue their persistent upward climb, reflecting a powerful global rally in precious metals markets. The surge has captured the…
Digital Banking Users in Pakistan Surge Past 96 Million
Pakistan is witnessing a remarkable rise in digital banking users, marking a major milestone in the country’s move toward a cashless economy. Recent data shows…
Pakistan Fertilizer Sector Profits Likely to Fall 20% YoY in 3Q2025; Market Weight Maintained
Fertilizer manufacturers in Pakistan are expected to witness a 20% year-on-year (YoY) decline in profits during the third quarter of 2025 (3Q2025), as per Topline…
Pakistan Banking Sector 3QCY25 Earnings Preview: NBP, UBL Lead Growth
Pakistan’s commercial banks are set to post solid earnings growth in the third quarter of 2025 (3QCY25), with the Arif Habib Limited (AHL) banking universe…
PSX Bloodbath: KSE-100 Crashes Over 4,600 Points
The Pakistan Stock Exchange (PSX) witnessed a massive bloodbath on Tuesday, as the KSE-100 Index crashed by 4,654 points (2.85%), closing at 158,443 amid growing…
Cement Sector Profits to Rise 34% in Q1FY26
Pakistan’s cement industry is on track to post a 34% year-on-year profit growth in the first quarter of FY26, driven by higher domestic demand, lower…
Saudi Investors Eye Seven Key Sectors in Punjab
In a major boost to Pakistan’s economic cooperation with the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia, Saudi investors have shown keen interest in seven key sectors across…


