Pakistan’s trade deficit recorded a significant improvement during the first nine months of FY2025–26, declining by 18.5% year-on-year to $22.6 billion, reflecting a combination of reduced imports and stronger export performance. According to official data, exports during the July–March period rose to $24.7 billion, marking an increase of 8.7% compared to the same period last … Read more
Pakistan is preparing to bring its rapidly growing creator economy into the formal tax system, as the Federal Board of Revenue (FBR) introduces draft rules targeting influencers and YouTubers with over 50,000 subscribers. The move marks a significant policy shift aimed at documenting digital income and expanding the country’s tax base. Under the proposed framework, … Read more
Pakistan’s stock market witnessed a dramatic resurgence as the benchmark KSE-100 index surged by more than 4,200 points in a single trading session, signaling a strong return of investor confidence after weeks of uncertainty. The rally marked one of the most significant single-day gains in recent months, reflecting improving sentiment across financial markets. The surge … Read more
Gold prices in Pakistan declined slightly in recent trading sessions, reflecting a broader cooling trend in international markets. The price of gold per tola fell to Rs. 540,562, while international gold prices also experienced a modest drop, signaling a temporary easing after reaching near-record highs. The decline in gold prices is closely linked to movements … Read more
An International Monetary Fund (IMF) delegation has arrived in Pakistan to conduct a key economic review under the country’s $7 billion Extended Fund Facility (EFF), a programme widely seen as essential to maintaining macroeconomic stability and restoring investor confidence. The review will assess Pakistan’s progress on critical economic indicators, including foreign exchange reserves, fiscal discipline, … Read more
