Pakistan’s industrial sector is showing clear signs of revival as businesses consumed 2,164 gigawatt-hours (GWh) of additional electricity under the government’s surplus power package, generating over Rs. 20 billion in savings within just three months. The initiative, introduced in December 2025, reflects a targeted and timely intervention by the Power Division under the leadership of … Read more
Pakistan’s energy landscape is undergoing one of the most significant transitions in decades. A recent statement by Power Minister Awais Leghari highlights how the country’s increasing reliance on domestic electricity sources is helping shield the economy from disruptions in global liquefied natural gas (LNG) markets. The shift is part of a broader reform agenda launched … 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
For decades, Pakistan’s economic narrative has been dominated by structural constraints: fiscal deficits, balance of payments crises, and institutional inefficiencies. Yet beneath this familiar macroeconomic turbulence, a quieter but far more consequential transformation is underway. Pakistan is becoming a digitally native economy. With over 125 million broadband users and one of the world’s youngest populations, … Read more
