The Ministry of Railways has eliminated 17,101 positions as part of its Rightsizing Policy to enhance efficiency and optimize resources. During a meeting of the […]
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SBP to roll out new currency notes with enhanced security features in 2025.
The Governor of the State Bank of Pakistan (SBP), Jameel Ahmad, announced plans to issue new currency notes starting in the second half of 2025. […]
U.S. stock futures stabilize amid AI market disruption.
U.S. stock futures steadied on Tuesday, while the dollar edged higher, and Asian tech stocks faced sharp declines. This came after a wave of selling […]
Yen retreats as markets react to China AI disruption and U.S. tariff threats.
The Japanese yen eased on Tuesday, surrendering some of its safe-haven gains as investors assessed the potential impact of a Chinese startup’s innovative open-source artificial […]
Oil prices near two-week low amid weak Chinese data and warmer weather forecasts.
Oil prices remained close to a two-week low on Tuesday due to weaker-than-expected economic data from China and warmer weather forecasts, which dampened the demand […]
Pakistan signs agreement for dhabeji special economic zone development.
The government has officially signed an agreement with Chinese and local investors to establish the Dhabeji Special Economic Zone (SEZ) in Thatta, marking a key […]
Petrol and diesel prices set for increase in February 2025 review.
Petroleum prices are expected to rise by up to Rs6 per litre in the upcoming fortnightly review for the first half of February 2025. According […]
Trade of March-loading Russian oil in Asia faces hurdles amid sanctions and surging freight costs.
Trade for March-loading Russian oil in Asia, particularly to top buyers China and India, has hit a standstill due to a widening price gap between […]
Pakistan Stock Market Weekly Update: 100 Index Drops Amid Volatility
The Pakistan Stock Market experienced a week of mixed performance, with the 100 Index closing lower due to market volatility and external economic pressures. According to the latest weekly update