Pakistan’s exports to European countries resurged in the first quarter of the current fiscal year primarily due to higher shipments to western states. In absolute terms, Pakistan’s exports to the European Union (EU) rose 7.88pc to $2.204 billion in the July-September FY25 from $2.043bn in the same period last year, according to data compiled by the State Bank of Pakistan. The increase was ma
Business leaders have raised concerns about the impact of the five-day workweek observed by the government departments, the State Bank of Pakistan and private banks, highlighting the challenges faced by trade and industry people, especially those working with Gulf Cooperation Council (GCC) countries, which observe a weekly holiday on Fridays. Karachi Chamber of Commerce and Industry (KCCI) Pres
Energy Minister Awais Khan Leghari announced the dissolution of the National Transmission and Dispatch Company (NTDC) on Saturday, dividing it into three companies with specific tasks. Addressing a news briefing, the minister said the NTDC has been divided into three entities — the Independent System Market Operator, the National Grid Company, and the Energy Infrastructure and Development Manag
The Asian Development Bank (ADB) has approved a technical assistance project worth $86.2 million to develop a Sustainable Aviation Fuel (SAF) facility. This project is expected to significantly impact Pakistan by converting local waste resources into a high-value export product. According to an ADB report, the proposed fuel plant is expected to bring substantial economic benefits, enabling the
Bitcoin soared to a new record high on Sunday, as traders bet that Donald Trump’s return to the White House will be good for the cryptocurrency. The digital currency passed $80,000 for the first time in its history shortly after 12pm. It has been rising since the Republican candidate won Nov 5 presidential election over sentiment that he will ease regulations on digital currencies. Bitcoin