A detailed breakdown of petroleum pricing in Pakistan has revealed that a significant portion of the retail price of petrol and high-speed diesel consists of taxes, duties, and profit margins, raising renewed debate over fuel affordability for consumers. Read More: Govt raises petrol by Rs6.51 per litre, diesel prices by Rs19.39 per leter from May 1 According to […]
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Energy costs, ME tensions push Pakistan business sentiment into decline: survey
Pakistan’s business sentiment has slipped into decline in the first quarter of 2026, a Gallup survey showed on Thursday, as rising energy costs and heightened Middle East tensions dampened expectations for demand and investment. Pakistan’s power sector relies heavily on imported fuels, leaving it especially vulnerable to global energy shocks. Disruptions in oil and gas […]
Textile exporters seek relief amid cost pressures
Textile exporters have urged the government to announce a comprehensive relief package, citing uncompetitive energy prices, high taxes and elevated financing costs that are undermining Pakistan’s ability to compete in global markets. Read More: Textile exports increase 0.90% to $9.16bn during Jul-Dec A large delegation of the All Pakistan Textile Mills Association (Aptma) met Finance Minister […]
Aurangzeb admits firms leaving Pakistan over taxes and energy costs
Finance Minister Muhammad Aurangzeb on Wednesday acknowledged that several multinational companies (MNCs) have exited Pakistan in recent years due to high taxes and energy costs, but urged firms to modernise their business models rather than rely on decades-old practices. Read More: Finmin urges FBR to intensify enforcement, expand tax net Speaking at the Pakistan Policy Dialogue […]