Gold prices recorded a notable decline across Pakistan on Tuesday, offering some relief to buyers amid ongoing economic fluctuations and high inflation. Read More: Gold prices remain steady in Pakistan According to the All Pakistan Gems and Jewellers Association, the price of gold per tola decreased by Rs3,000, bringing the new rate down to Rs488,462. The drop […]
Inflation
Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif has announced a major reduction in petrol prices
ISLAMABAD: Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif has announced a major reduction in petrol prices, cutting the rate by Rs80 per litre in a bid to ease the financial burden on citizens amid rising global oil costs. Read More: Pakistan’s fuel prices increase compared to March 2022 In a televised address, the premier said the new petrol price has […]
Weekly inflation up by 1.01%
The Sensitive Price Indicator (SPI) based weekly inflation increased by 1.01 percent during the week ended on April 02, 2026 for the combined consumption group, Pakistan Bureau of Statistics (PBS) reported Friday. According to PBS data, the SPI for the week under review for the group rose to 348.94 points as compared to 345.45 points […]
Gold prices surge by Rs3,900 per tola in Pakistan
KARACHI – Gold prices in Pakistan continued their upward trend on Monday, rising by Rs3,900 per tola amid increasing rates in the international market. Read More: Gold prices fell sharply in Pakistan amid global market volatility According to the All Pakistan Gems and Jewellers Association, the price of gold per tola climbed to Rs475,962 after […]
IMF assesses financial risks as Iran war uncertainty persists
The International Monetary Fund (IMF) is assessing potential financial risks across countries as uncertainty surrounding the ongoing Iran conflict continues, according to a report published on Wednesday. The institution is reportedly running various scenarios to identify economies that may require fresh financial support if the conflict prolongs. Read More: IMF, Pakistan fail to reach staff-level […]
Global gold prices tumbled sharply
Global gold prices tumbled sharply on Monday, hitting their lowest level in four months as rising geopolitical tensions and shifting interest rate expectations dampened investor demand for the precious metal. Read More: Gold prices increase by Rs 1,000 per tola Spot gold fell more than eight per cent during the session, touching a low of $4,097.99 […]
Oil eases as inflation fears rattle global markets
Global markets remained volatile on Friday as oil prices eased, while bond markets continued to reflect investor anxiety over rising inflation risks linked to the ongoing Middle East conflict. Brent crude fell about 3% to around $105 per barrel, while US crude dropped more than 2% to near $94. The pullback followed efforts by major […]
Weekly inflation rises by 0.21%
The weekly inflation, measured by the Sensitive Price Indicator (SPI), increased by 0.21 percent for the combined consumption group during the week ended on March 18, 2026, the Pakistan Bureau of Statistics (PBS) reported on Thursday. According to the PBS data, the SPI for the week under review was recorded at 342.13 points, up from […]
KSE-100 rallies over 3,600 points amid cautious investor sentiment
KARACHI — The Pakistan Stock Exchange’s (PSX) benchmark KSE-100 index surged on Wednesday, continuing its recovery from earlier losses. During intraday trading, the index gained 3,619.38 points, or 2.41 percent, to reach 153,635.54 points by 12:06 pm, up from Tuesday’s close of 150,016.16 points. Read More: PSX turns bullish, gains 837 points The index had […]
Weekly inflation rises by 1.89%
The weekly inflation, measured by the Sensitive Price Indicator (SPI), increased by 1.89 percent for the combined consumption group during the week ended on March 11, 2026, the Pakistan Bureau of Statistics (PBS) reported on Thursday. According to the PBS data, the SPI for the week under review was recorded at 341.42 points, up from […]