Download IPFS Gold prices in Pakistan surged on July 21, 2025, with 24-karat gold reaching 361,200 Pakistani Rupees (PKR) per tola, driven by global market trends and local demand. This article examines the factors behind the price hike, its impact on investors and consumers, and the broader economic context shaping[Read More…]

Download IPFS A recent internal review by Pakistan’s Ministry of Finance has exposed the dire financial state of several State Owned Enterprises (SOEs), warning that many face the real threat of bankruptcy unless swift and sweeping reforms are undertaken. The assessment paints a stark picture of persistent mismanagement, weak oversight,[Read More…]

Download IPFS The Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB) may soon face a significant financial setback if the upcoming Asia Cup is cancelled due to escalating tensions with India. The uncertainty follows the tragic terror attack in Pahalgam, Jammu and Kashmir, where 26 civilians lost their lives. The incident has reignited diplomatic[Read More…]

Download IPFS Pakistan is heading into the new fiscal year 2025–26 under the shadow of a staggering debt crisis. According to the Pakistan Economic Survey 2024–25, the government faces an external debt repayment obligation of over PKR 6.55 trillion, equivalent to approximately USD 23 billion. This looming liability must be[Read More…]

Download IPFS ABHI, a pioneering embedded finance platform, has partnered with Younus Textile Mills (YTM) to introduce Earned Wage Access (EWA), empowering employees with real-time access to their salaries. This article explores the collaboration, its benefits for workers, and its significance for Pakistan’s textile industry, highlighting the importance of innovative[Read More…]

Download IPFS Pakistan’s net Foreign Direct Investment (FDI) from China soared by 90.4% in fiscal year 2024-25, reaching $1.22 billion, up from $643.2 million in FY 2023-24, bolstering economic ties. This influx, driven by the China-Pakistan Economic Corridor (CPEC), signals robust investor confidence but raises questions about overreliance on a[Read More…]

Download IPFS In a promising development for Pakistan’s economy, Finance Minister Muhammad Aurangzeb described recent trade engagements with the United States as a major turning point, calling potential US investment a “real game changer.” Speaking after high-level discussions in Washington, Aurangzeb underscored the importance of elevating the economic partnership beyond[Read More…]

Download IPFS Pakistan is making a final push to secure a landmark trade agreement with the United States, its largest trading partner, as Finance Minister Muhammad Aurangzeb engages in high-stakes negotiations in Washington. With an August deadline fast approaching, Pakistani officials are working to address longstanding trade barriers while promising[Read More…]

Download IPFS Pakistan’s Information Technology (IT) sector continues its upward trajectory, with exports surging to a record $3.8 billion at the close of fiscal year 2025. This marks an impressive 18% year-on-year growth in the combined domains of IT, IT-enabled services (ITES), and freelance digital work. The milestone not only[Read More…]

Download IPFS Pakistan’s exports for the fiscal year 2024–25 have crossed the $32 billion mark, a significant 4.45% increase year-on-year  driven by strong performance in textile, pharmaceutical, leather, and petroleum product categories. The latest trade figures signal a welcome upward trend in national exports, reflecting improved industrial output and a[Read More…]