Gold prices recorded a modest increase across Pakistan on Thursday, reflecting an upward trend in international bullion markets and continued investor interest in the precious metal. Read More: Gold and silver prices decline in Pakistan after recent rise According to figures released by the All Pakistan Gems and Jewellers Association, the price of one tola of […]
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Pakistan needs smart taxation to promote innovation and rural economy: minister
Minister for National Food Security & Research, Rana Tanveer Hussain on Tuesday said that Pakistan needed smart taxation in order to promote nutrition, innovation and rural economy. The minister was addressing a high-level consultation organized by the Sustainable Development Policy Institute (SDPI), where key stakeholders from government, academia, industry, and development partners gathered to deliberate […]
PM directs ministries to ensure tech integration into economy
Prime Minister, Muhammad Shehbaz Sharif on Tuesday directed all ministries to ensure meaningful expert consultation for modern technologies’ integration across various sectors of the economy. Chairing a high-level review meeting on policy measures and reforms aimed at boosting investment and overall economic growth, the prime minister said that the promotion of industry and skilled trades, […]
Pakistan’s inflation climbs to 23-month high in May
Pakistan’s inflation rate rose to its highest level in nearly two years during May 2026, reflecting growing price pressures across the economy and raising concerns ahead of the new fiscal year. Read More: Weekly inflation hits 4.15% as food prices surge According to the latest monthly report released by the Pakistan Bureau of Statistics, inflation increased by […]
How Venture Capital Learned to Survive Pakistan’s Fragile Economy
In 2021, money seemed to fall from the sky. Pakistani startups raised a record $347 million across 82 deals, with the grocery-delivery company Airlift alone pulling in an $85 million round – at the time the largest in the country’s history. The mood was euphoric. Incubators multiplied, co-working spaces filled up, and a generation of […]
Gold prices surge again in Pakistan
Gold prices in Pakistan recorded another major increase on Monday, with the price of one tola rising by Rs4,000 amid an upward trend in the international bullion market. Read More: Gold prices surge by Rs5,000 across Pakistan According to the All Pakistan Gems and Jewellers Association, the price of one tola of gold climbed to Rs477,762 after […]
Gold prices fall sharply in Pakistan
Gold prices recorded a notable decline across Pakistan on Friday, with the price of per tola gold falling by more than Rs2,000 amid changes in international bullion markets. According to the All Pakistan Gems and Jewellers Association, the price of one tola of gold decreased by Rs2,200, bringing the new rate down to Rs473,162 nationwide. […]
IMF seeks additional taxes ahead of Pakistan’s budget negotiations for fiscal year 2026-27
Pakistan’s budget negotiations for fiscal year 2026-27 have entered a crucial phase as the International Monetary Fund (IMF) has reportedly asked the government to raise an additional Rs500 billion through new taxes measures. Read More: Pakistan budget 2026–27 eyes heavy taxes According to reports citing official sources, the demand comes as Islamabad finalises revenue targets and […]
Gold prices rise in Pakistan amid global uncertainty
Gold prices in Pakistan moved higher on Monday, May 18, following gains in the international bullion market as investors continued to turn to safe-haven assets amid ongoing global economic uncertainty and geopolitical tensions. Read More: Gold prices fall by Rs600 in Pakistan According to the All Pakistan Sarafa Gems and Jewellers Association, the price of 24-karat […]
Chinese firm to establish digital economy headquarters in Pakistan
Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif on Friday appreciated IBI Group’s decision to establish its Pakistan Digital Economy Headquarters in Pakistan and expressed satisfaction at the expanding business to business (B2B) cooperation between Pakistan and China. He was talking to a high-level 11-member Chinese business delegation led by Qian Xiaojun, Founder, President and Controlling Shareholder of IBI […]