46 h. ago PSX hits record high as investor confidence grows amid rising reserves

The Pakistan Stock Exchange (PSX) maintained its bullish trend on Friday, with the KSE-100 index crossing the 131,000 mark for the first time in history. During intraday trading, the index surged by 593.89 points, reaching 131,280.54 — a gain of 0.45 percent. This rise reflects growing investor confidence, fueled by strong foreign exchange reserves and […]

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6 d. ago Pakistan’s seafood exports to Vietnam rise 20%, reaching $9 million

KARACHI: Pakistan and Vietnam have agreed to expand cooperation in the halal seafood industry, signaling a new chapter in bilateral trade relations between the two countries. To this end, a key meeting was held between the Ambassador of Vietnam to Pakistan, Pham Anh Tuan, representatives of the Pakistan Fisheries Exporters Association; Pangasius fish importers; and […]

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1 week ago Karachi likely to receive thunderstorms and rain from friday to sunday

Residents of Karachi may experience thunderstorms and rainfall from Friday through Sunday, according to the Pakistan Meteorological Department (PMD). The city is expected to remain partly cloudy and humid over the next three days. PMD forecasts indicate a rise in temperature ahead of the rainfall. On Wednesday, temperatures may reach 37°C, climbing to 38°C by […]

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2 w. ago Textile exports grow 7.37% to $16.36 billion in first 11 months of FY 2024

Pakistan’s textile exports increased by 7.37% during the first eleven months of the current financial year, reaching $16.36 billion. This marks a significant rise compared to $15.24 billion in the same period last year, according to the Pakistan Bureau of Statistics (PBS). The growth was driven by strong performance in key segments. Knitwear exports surged […]

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3 w. ago Gold prices jump by Rs4,000 per tola in Pakistan amid global surge

Gold prices in Pakistan rose sharply on Thursday, following a strong increase in the international market. The price of gold per tola jumped by Rs4,000 and reached Rs356,900, marking a significant daily gain. This rise reflects growing demand and international market trends pushing prices higher. According to the All-Pakistan Gems and Jewellers Sarafa Association (APGJSA), […]

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3 w. ago Tax exemptions soar to record Rs5.8 trillion despite withdrawals: Economic survey 2025

ISLAMABAD – In a shocking revelation, the government reported a massive rise in tax exemption costs, reaching Rs5.8 trillion this year. This marks a record increase of Rs2 trillion in just the first year of the current government’s tenure. The data was released in the Economic Survey 2025, presented by Finance Minister Muhammad Aurangzeb. Surprisingly, […]

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