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Government invites expressions of interest for privatisation of three DISCOs

May 20, 2026 by Sajid Salamat

The Privatization Commission, has formally invited Expressions of Interest (EOIs) from local and international investors for the privatization of three major electricity distribution companies (DISCOs) including Faisalabad Electric Supply Company (FESCO), Gujranwala Electric Power Company (GEPCO), and Islamabad Electric Supply Company (IESCO). The transaction offers investors the opportunity to acquire between 51 percent and 100 […]

Filed Under: Business Tagged With: DISCOs, privatisation

Pakistan’s gas sector burdened by Rs3.28 trillion circular debt

February 21, 2026 by Zuha shahzad

ISLAMABAD: Pakistan’s gas sector is facing a financial crisis, with circular debt swelling to Rs3.283 trillion, lawmakers were informed during a briefing before the National Assembly’s Standing Committee on Petroleum. Parliamentarians warned that rising losses at state-run utilities could destabilise the system and ultimately burden consumers. Read More: Government plans to clear gas sector circular debt  […]

Filed Under: Pakistan Tagged With: circular debt, energy reforms, Latest, lithium reserves, Pakistan gas sector, privatisation, SNGPL, SSGC

PM Shehbaz announces Rs4.4/unit cut in industrial electricity, export tax relief

January 30, 2026 by Zuha shahzad

ISLAMABAD: Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif on Thursday announced a reduction of Rs4.40 per unit in electricity tariffs for the industrial sector and an Rs9 cut in wheeling charges, aiming to provide relief to businesses and boost export-led growth. Read More: PM unveils subsidised power package for industries, farmers The premier made the announcement during a ceremony held in […]

Filed Under: Pakistan Tagged With: business relief, export incentives, industrial electricity, Latest, lead, Pakistan economy, privatisation, Shehbaz Sharif, textile industry

PIA officially handed to Arif Habib consortium under privatisation deal

January 30, 2026 by Zuha shahzad

ISLAMABAD: Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif on Thursday said the “glory days” of Pakistan International Airlines (PIA) would return under new management, as the government formally signed transaction documents for the airline’s privatisation. Read More: Arif Habib consortium acquires stake in PIA privatization “PIA will reach new heights under the leadership of the Arif Habib Consortium. The airline […]

Filed Under: Business, Pakistan Tagged With: Arif Habib consortium, Latest, NA committee, Pakistan airlines, PIA, privatisation, Shehbaz Sharif

Aurangzeb admits firms leaving Pakistan over taxes and energy costs

January 14, 2026 by Zuha shahzad

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 […]

Filed Under: Business, Pakistan Tagged With: energy costs, foreign investment, Latest, Lead2, multinational firms, Pakistan economy, privatisation, taxation

Govt halts HBFC privatisation, reopens Roosevelt Hotel deal

January 10, 2026 by Zuha shahzad

ISLAMABAD: The government has halted the ongoing privatisation of House Building Finance Company Limited (HBFC) and reopened the process for the Roosevelt Hotel in New York, following a meeting of the Privatisation Commission Board chaired by the Adviser on Privatisation. Read More: HBFCL privatisation may start afresh Officials said the board reviewed key state-owned assets and decided […]

Filed Under: Business, Pakistan Tagged With: HBFC, HESCO, Latest, Pakistan, PIA, privatisation, Roosevelt hotel, SEPCO

HBFCL privatisation may start afresh

January 10, 2026 by Sajid Salamat

The Privatisation Commission (PC) Board, in its 247th meeting held on Friday under the chairmanship of Muhammad Ali, Adviser to the Prime Minister on Privatisation and Chairman, Privatisation Commission, took key decisions on privatisation of House Building Finance Company Limited, Roosevelt Hotel, New Islamabad International Airport and Power Distribution Companies (DISCOs) Batch II. House Building […]

Filed Under: Pakistan Tagged With: House Building Finance Company Limited, privatisation, start afresh

PIA deal highlights risks in SOE strategy of Pakistan

December 29, 2025 by Zuha shahzad

The recent privatisation of Pakistan International Airlines (PIA) has reignited debate over the future of state-owned enterprises (SOE) strategy, raising questions about valuation, fiscal relief and the broader direction of economic reform. While the national carrier was sold for Rs135 billion to the Arif Habib Consortium, the government is set to receive only Rs10.2bn, prompting […]

Filed Under: Business, Pakistan Tagged With: Fiscal Reforms, Latest, Pakistan economy, PIA, privatisation, SOEs

PIA Privatisation

December 24, 2025 by Sajid Salamat

For the lack of a better word, the entire journey sounds startling. Just over a year ago, Pakistan’s flag-carrier attracted only a single bid of Rs10?billion for a 60 per cent stake–against a government floor of Rs85?billion. Fast-forward to Tuesday, and the state has secured Rs 135?billion for 75% of the airline. For decades, talk […]

Filed Under: Editorial Tagged With: PIA, privatisation

Open bidding for PIA privatisation today

December 23, 2025 by Sajid Salamat

The Privatisation Commission, Government of Pakistan, will hold an open bidding for 75 percent shares of PIACL today. The sealed bids will be submitted in the morning at 10:30 am by the bidders. Reference price for PIACL’s bidding will only be approved by the Privatisation Commission Board and the Cabinet Committee on Privatisation after bids […]

Filed Under: Pakistan Tagged With: Open bidding, PIA, privatisation

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