Current Account Surplus Hits $349 Million
In October 2024, Pakistan achieved a current account surplus of $349 million, marking the third consecutive monthly surplus. This positive
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Gold Prices Rise Locally and Globally for the Second Consecutive Day
Introduction Gold prices have surged for the second day in a row, both locally and globally. This increase comes despite
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Electricity Prices Likely to Go Up Again
Introduction Electricity consumers across Pakistan are bracing for another potential increase in their electricity bills due to quarterly adjustments. The
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Transfer DISCOs in Name of President: World Bank
Introduction The World Bank has proposed a significant shift in the ownership structure of Pakistan’s power distribution companies (DISCOs). The
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Luxury Consumption and Agricultural Constraints: The Strain on Pakistan’s Industrial Sector
In the evolving economic landscape of Pakistan, the relationship between luxury consumption and agricultural constraints has become increasingly significant. While
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Climate Story: Success Abroad, Struggle at Home
It is time to prioritize climate adaptation and reconsider policies for real impact. PM Shehbaz Sharif (right) met Chinese Vice
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G20: Straying from Its Core Mission
Geopolitics Overshadowing Economic Challenges KARACHI: As Brazil prepares to host the G20 summit on November 18 and 19, questions arise
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Smog’s Economic Toll: Why Action Remains Elusive
Govt Fails to Incentivise Transition from High-Emission Vehicles to Cleaner, More Sustainable EVs The Rising Threat of Smog ISLAMABAD: While
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Attracting High-Quality Foreign Direct Investment: Pakistan’s Strategic Future
The signs of economic recovery in Pakistan are clear. Inflation has been tamed into single digits, government borrowing costs have
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Opposition to Changes in the Petroleum Act: Traders Raise Concerns Over Amendments
Introduction: Controversial Amendments to the Petroleum Act 1934 In a move that has stirred significant debate across Pakistan’s industrial landscape,
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