#01 Business
Budget 2026-27: Will We Ever Have a People's Budget?
Analysis of the upcoming budget and whether it will truly represent the interests of ordinary citizens.
#02 Business
Govt Warns Power Consumers of Fake Subsidy Links and QR Code Scams Targeting Electricity Users
Government alerts power consumers to beware of fake subsidy links and QR code scams, warning of malicious activities targeting electricity users, with law enforcement agencies informed.
#03 Business
IMF Wraps Up Visit as Pakistan Pledges Fiscal Discipline with 2% GDP Primary Surplus Target
IMF concludes visit to Pakistan pledging fiscal discipline and a target of 2% primary surplus of GDP. Focus on economic reforms and budget strategy.
#04 Business
PSX Extends Gains on Middle East Peace Hopes
Pakistani Stock Exchange rises as optimism about Middle East peace boosts investors amid rising crude oil prices.
Business
SBP to Launch Special Coin Marking 75 Years of Pakistan-China Ties
State Bank of Pakistan set to release a commemorative Rs75 coin celebrating 75 years of diplomatic relations between Pakistan and China.
Business
Budget 2026-27: Fiscal Improvement or Statistical Mirage?
Mid-Year Budget Review projects improved fiscal position for FY 2025-26 in Pakistan. Analysis questions validity of headline numbers.
Business
Oil tumbles more than $5 on US-Iran deal optimism and easing supply fears
Oil prices drop sharply, falling over $5 per barrel amid optimistic sentiment from US-Iran negotiations and concerns about potential supply disruptions.
Business
Pakistan Reopens Offshore Oil and Gas Exploration After Decades
Pakistan reopens offshore oil and gas exploration after nearly two decades with a 54,600 sq km bid round, led by Mari Energies.
Business
Asian Shares Mixed, Bonds Recover as Oil Prices Ease on Trump's Iran
Asian shares show mixed performance with bonds recovering as oil prices decline following US President Donald Trump's on Iran.