Pakistan’s external trade balance came under renewed pressure in June 2026 as exports declined to their lowest monthly level in 14 months, while imports surged to their highest point in four years. The latest figures, based on Pakistan Bureau of Statistics (PBS) data and analyzed by Topline Securities, highlight growing challenges for the country’s trade […]
Govt Likely to Announce Record Increase in Diyat to Rs. 19.3 Million for FY2026-27
The federal government is expected to announce the highest-ever increase in the value of Diyat (blood money) for the fiscal year 2026-27, with the proposed amount set at Rs. 19.3 million. If approved by the federal cabinet, the revised compensation will mark the largest increase in Pakistan’s history, reflecting the sharp rise in silver prices […]
Flour Prices Reduced by Rs. 8 Per Kg After Talks Between Karachi Administration and Mill Owners
Consumers in Karachi are set to receive some relief as flour mill owners have agreed to reduce the ex-mill price of flour by Rs. 8 per kilogram following successful discussions with the city administration. The decision lowers the ex-mill price from Rs. 133 per kilogram to Rs. 125 per kilogram. The price cut is expected […]
PM Shehbaz Directs Pakistani Embassies to Boost Overseas Job Opportunities for Youth
The federal government has stepped up efforts to expand overseas employment opportunities for Pakistan’s young workforce, with Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif directing Pakistani embassies around the world to play a more active role in connecting skilled workers with international employers. During a high-level review meeting held in Islamabad on Monday, the Prime Minister instructed relevant […]
SECP Introduces ESG Mutual Funds Framework to Boost Sustainable Investment in Pakistan
The Securities and Exchange Commission of Pakistan (SECP) has taken a significant step toward promoting responsible investing by introducing the country’s first Environmental, Social, and Governance (ESG) Mutual Funds Framework. The new initiative allows asset management companies to launch ESG-focused mutual funds, giving investors an opportunity to support businesses that prioritize sustainability and ethical corporate […]
SBP Schedules First FY27 Monetary Policy Announcement for July 27, Expands Transparency Measures
The State Bank of Pakistan (SBP) has unveiled its advance calendar for Monetary Policy Committee (MPC) meetings for fiscal year 2026-27, with the first monetary policy decision scheduled to be announced on July 27, 2026. Alongside the meeting schedule, the central bank has introduced several initiatives designed to strengthen transparency, improve communication, and provide greater […]
Solar Panel Prices Drop in Lahore Following Fuel Price Reduction
Consumers looking to invest in renewable energy may find solar systems more affordable as solar panel prices have started to decline in Lahore following the recent reduction in petroleum prices. According to market sources, the prices of various solar panel categories have decreased by Rs. 4,000 to Rs. 9,000, providing some relief to households and […]
SECP to Introduce Fintech and Modern Market Skills Courses for Pakistan’s Youth
The Securities and Exchange Commission of Pakistan (SECP) is set to launch a series of new educational programs focused on financial technology and modern market skills as part of a broader effort to strengthen Pakistan’s financial sector workforce. SECP Chairman Dr. Kabir Ahmed Sidhu announced the initiative while outlining plans to modernize financial sector training […]
Government Abolishes FED on Business Class International Air Tickets
In a significant move for international travelers and the aviation industry, the federal government has decided to remove the Federal Excise Duty (FED) on business class international airline tickets. The decision is expected to lower travel expenses for passengers while providing support to Pakistan’s aviation sector. Officials stated that the withdrawal of FED is part […]
CCP Recovers Rs. 3 Crore Penalty From Strepsils Maker Over Misleading Advertising Claims
The Competition Commission of Pakistan (CCP) has successfully recovered a penalty of Rs. 30 million from Reckitt Benckiser Pakistan Limited following a ruling by the Competition Appellate Tribunal (CAT) in a misleading advertising case involving the Strepsils brand. The recovery comes after the Tribunal upheld the CCP’s earlier decision, which found the company responsible for […]