From Uncertainty to Resilience on August 31, 2024Since its inception in 1947, Pakistan has faced a series of economic challenges, marked by political instability, military interventions, and external pressures. The country’s journey from a fledgling state to a nation striving for economic stability has been anything but smooth. The recent enhancement of Pakistan’s credit rating by Moody’s Investors Service is a significant […]
Silent Tug of War on August 24, 2024The corridors of power in Pakistan have long been shadowed by an ever-present, yet often invisible force – the military. It is not a secret; it has become an integral part of the country’s identity. For decades, the military has been the most influential institution in the country, both revered and feared by the masses […]
A Double-Edged Sword on August 17, 2024Real estate development in Pakistan has emerged as one of the most significant economic forces over the past two decades. From Karachi’s rapidly expanding skyline to Lahore’s ever-growing suburbs, real estate has fueled economic growth and provided much-needed jobs. However, this development has also brought with it a host of economic challenges that threaten the […]
Defusing Pakistan’s IPP Time Bomb on August 10, 2024Pakistan’s energy sector is facing an existential crisis rooted in the financial and legal quagmire surrounding Independent Power Producers (IPPs). The circular debt tied to IPPs has ballooned to an unsustainable PKR 2.6 trillion as of 2024, up from PKR 2.2 trillion just two years ago. This staggering increase has not only crippled the energy […]
Bangladesh’s Political Earthquake on August 7, 2024As of August 6, 2024, Bangladesh finds itself grappling with one of its most severe political crises in recent history, triggered by the resignation of Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina and the subsequent takeover by the military. This dramatic upheaval has plunged the country into uncertainty, raising pressing questions about the future of democracy and governance […]
How Agri Sector Can Revive Pakistan Economy? on August 3, 2024Pakistan’s economy is currently grappling with significant challenges, including high inflation, substantial debt, and dwindling foreign reserves. Despite these daunting issues, the agricultural sector offers a ray of hope for economic recovery. By revitalizing this sector, Pakistan can leverage its potential to stabilize and grow its economy. This article delves into how strengthening Pakistan’s agricultural […]
Revitalizing Pakistan on July 27, 2024Pakistan stands at a pivotal moment in its history, grappling with a multitude of economic, political, and social challenges. These issues are deeply interconnected, creating a complex web that requires strategic intervention by all stakeholders, including politicians, bureaucrats, the judiciary, the military, and the media. Understanding the role each has played, and what needs to […]
TRUTH OR JUGGLERY on January 15, 2020As per data released by Ministry of Commerce few days back, Pakistan’s trade deficits has declined by 30.58% I.e. 5,129 Million US Dollars during first half of fiscal year 2019-20 as compared with first half of last fiscal year 2018-19. Decline is mainly coming from decrease in imports worth 4,770Million US Dollars. Exports of Readymade […]
UTILITY STORES CORPORATION — A MISMANAGED GOLD MINE on March 20, 2019Since August 2018, Utility Stores Corporation of Pakistan (USC) has taken fair bit of lead in media.Despite its large network of around 5,000 outlets and more than 14,000 employees, USC is witnessing turbulent times since year 2013. USC has suffered cumulative loss of around 13.6 Billion since 2013. Declining sales and increasing losses are increasing […]
Invest in Pakistan lucrative economy on August 6, 2018Pakistan economy is currently growing at 5.79% and is all set to become 18th largest economy by 2050. Currently The economy of Pakistan is the 25th largest in the world in terms of purchasing power parity (PPP), and 42nd largest in terms of nominal gross domestic product. Pakistan has a population of over 207 million […]