Gold climbs to Rs526,462 per tola in Pakistan

    By Aftab Ahmed | February 20, 2026

    All Pakistan Sarafa Gems and Jewellers Association raised gold prices sharply on Friday, tracking gains in international markets and interbank-based exchange rates. Gold prices in Pakistan surged on Friday, with the per tola rate hitting Rs526,462, up Rs2,500 from the previous session, according to data released by the All Pakistan Sarafa Gems and Jewellers Associations….

    Real Estate Can Stabilize Economy with Right Policies: CEO Eighteen

    By Aftab Ahmed | February 20, 2026

    Islamabad: By 2026, Pakistan’s growing population, rapid urbanization, and rising demand for secure, well-planned communities are expected to significantly increase the need for quality housing, said by CEO Eighteen housing Dr. Mohamed Mansour. While talking to journalists, Dr. Mohamed Mansour said that the real estate extends far beyond residential development. It is an interconnected industry…

    SECP Approves Full Digitization of Share Ownership for Unlisted Companies

    By Aftab Ahmed | February 20, 2026

    SECP Approves Full Digitization of Share Ownership for Unlisted Companies to Enhance Transparency and Investor Protection The Securities and Exchange Commission of Pakistan (SECP) has initiated the second phase of reforms to fully digitize share ownership of unlisted companies by transitioning from physical share certificates to electronic (book-entry) form through the Central Depository System (CDS),…

    Record Rout Rocks Investors as Benchmark Crumbles

    By Aftab Ahmed | February 19, 2026

    Carnage was witnessed at the local bourse as the KSE-100 Index suffered its steepest single-day fall in history. The benchmark closed at 172,170, plunging 6,683 points, after touching an intraday low of 7,205 points — a session marked by relentless selling and extreme volatility. The pressure was largely attributed to persistent foreign corporate selling, which…

    Airlines Increase Fares by Up to 500,000 as Ramadan Begins

    By Aftab Ahmed | February 19, 2026

    As Ramadan commences, both domestic and international airlines have raised their fares significantly, with increases reaching up to 500,000 PKR, causing concern among travelers. Significant Fare Hikes In a surprising move, airlines have announced substantial fare increases coinciding with the start of Ramadan. This surge in prices has left many travelers shocked, as they prepare…

    Haroon Invites Industry Proposals for Budget Reforms

    By Aftab Ahmed | February 19, 2026

    Islamabad: The Special Assistant to the Prime Minister on Industries and Production, Haroon Akhtar Khan, held an important meeting with a delegation of the Pakistan Chemical Manufacturers Association to discuss key issues facing the chemical industry, the upcoming federal budget, and the proposed petrochemical policy.The meeting was also attended by the CEO of the Engineering…

    Stock Market Posts Record Recovery

    By Aftab Ahmed | February 18, 2026

    The KSE-100 Index settled at 178,853 points, posting a gain of 5,702 points reflecting recovery in the market. Throughout the day, the index moved within a band, touching an intraday high of 178,974 points and a low of 174,328 points. Support from major heavyweights—UBL, HBL, MEBL, NBP, and MCB—underpinned the market’s performance, jointly adding 2,699…

    Pakistan Gold Jumps Rs1,300 to Rs516,062

    By Aftab Ahmed | February 18, 2026

    Local gold prices hit fresh highs as international bullion strengthens and rupee volatility persists in the interbank market. Gold prices in Pakistan surged on Wednesday, with the All Pakistan Sarafa Gems and Jewellers Association fixing 24-karat gold at Rs516,062 per tola, up Rs1,300 from the previous session. The association also raised the price of 10…

    Police Foil Attempt to Smuggle 50 Kg Silver

    By Aftab Ahmed | February 18, 2026

    In a significant crackdown, Darban police successfully intercepted an attempt to smuggle 50 kilograms of silver valued at Rs 50 million. The operation took place at the Darban check post, where law enforcement officials recovered the precious metal before it could be illegally transported. Authorities confirmed that the suspects involved in this smuggling attempt have…

    HBL Profit Up 13% in 4QCY25

    By Aftab Ahmed | February 18, 2026

    Habib Bank Limited (HBL) has posted a profit of Rs15.1 billion (EPS Rs10.3) which up 13%YoY. It announced 4QCY25 results on Wednesday wherein the bank posted an unconsolidated net earnings of Rs15.1bn (EPS Rs10.3) up 13%YoY.  The incline in earnings is primarily driven by higher net interest income and a reversal of provisioning during the…