Business
Bitcoin Set to End 2025 on a Weak Note
Bitcoin’s turbulent year appears set to end weakly as the cryptocurrency struggles to regain momentum after October’s massive crash. Analysts warn that increasing links with stock…
Economy
Economy
New GP Fund System Eases Retiree Payments
Punjab has set up a Fast-Track Cell at the Accountant General, Punjab, office to ensure timely release of GP Fund payments to retired employees. Additional Chief…
Economy
Monthly Remittances Dip, Annual Growth Remains
Overseas Pakistanis sent home $3.2 billion in November, according to data released by the State Bank of Pakistan. While monthly remittances fell, annual inflows continued to…
Economy
IMF Urges Pakistan to Simplify Tax System
The International Monetary Fund (IMF) has called on Pakistan to simplify its tax system ahead of the fiscal year 2026-27 budget, ARY News cited official documents.…
Economy
Survey Shows Strong Tax Trust Across Asian Region
Asia and Beyond, produced by the Association of Chartered Certified Accountants (ACCA), the International Federation of Accountants (IFAC), Chartered Accountants Australian and New Zealand (CA ANZ)…
Economy
Punjab Launches Mixed-Use Mega Project in Lahore
The Punjab Central Business District Development Authourity (PCBDDA) also known as CBD Punjab has launched the international bidding process for a world-class five-star hotel and integrated…
Economy
Haroon Akhtar Warns EPZA: No More Fires, No More Negligence
Special Assistant to the Prime Minister on Industries and Production, Haroon Akhtar Khan, chaired an important meeting with the Export Processing Zones Authority (EPZA) to review…
Pakistan
Saudi Arabia Extends $3bn Deposit for Pakistan
Saudi Arabia has extended its US$3 billion deposit for Pakistan after the Saudi Development Fund approved a one-year rollover, officials said on Thursday. The deposit, currently…
Economy
PBS: Sharp Monthly Rise in Health, Education
Pakistan Bureau of Statistics reported a significant month-on-month rise in health and education costs across the country, media report said on Thursday. The PBS found urban…
Economy
Pakistan Drafts AML Rules for Crypto VASPs
Pakistan has drafted new anti–money laundering and counter-terror financing regulations for virtual asset service providers to strengthen oversight. The rules are designed to monitor large crypto…
