All Pakistan Cement Manufacturers Association has revealed that local cement despatches by the industry during the month of Oct-26 were 4.041 million tons compared to 3.994 million tons in Oct-25, showing an increase of 1.17pc. Export despatches, however, declined by 3.67pc to 768,754 tons compared to 798,019 tons in Oct-25. Total cement despatches during Oct-26 were 4.810 million tons against
The 10th Pakistan Industrial Expo (PIE 2026) will be held from November 14 to 16 at Expo Centre Lahore, bringing together the Pakistani and Chinese manufacturers, investors and technology providers to promote industrial cooperation, technology transfer and investment opportunities. Marking a decade of industrial collaboration, the three-day exhibition will focus on emerging technologies, includ
Consumers across the country will get relief at the fuel pumps effective for November 4, as the Oil and Gas Regulatory Authority (OGRA) announced a reduction in the ex-depot prices of petrol and High-Speed Diesel (HSD). Under the newly notified rates, the price of petrol has been reduced by Rs5.45 per litre, bringing the retail price down to Rs369.06 per litre. HSD also saw a cut of Rs3.68 per
Gold prices edged higher in early Asian trade on Wednesday as softer oil prices eased inflation concerns, while investors awaited US midterm election results and key labour market data for policy cues. Fundamentals Spot gold was up 0.2% at $3,934.75 per ounce by 0024 GMT, while US gold futures for December delivery rose 0.1% to $3,943.20. Oil prices eased about 1% on Tuesday to their lowe
Oil prices slipped in early trade on Wednesday as investors awaited the results of the US midterm elections and their potential impact on peace talks in the Middle East, even after industry data showed US crude stocks unexpectedly fell last week. Brent futures fell 26 cents, or 0.25%, to $103.34 a barrel by 0157 GMT. US West Texas Intermediate crude futures fell 53 cents, or 0.55%, to $95.