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The Pakistani rupee showed stability against the US dollar on September 17, 2025, with the local currency holding firm in both the interbank and open markets. According to data, the dollar was recorded at Rs 282.9 in the interbank market, while in the open market it was available at
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Positive momentum dominated the Pakistan Stock Exchange (PSX) on Wednesday morning, with the benchmark KSE-100 Index surging by more than 400 points in the opening minutes of trading. At 9:50am, the index was recorded at 156,582.41, reflecting a gain of 401.47 points or 0.26%
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Gold prices in Pakistan soared to a historic high on Tuesday, reflecting gains in the international market. According to the All-Pakistan Gems and Jewellers Sarafa Association (APGJSA), the price per tola of gold rose by Rs4,700 to touch Rs391,000, the highest level ever recorded. Similarly, the price
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The Pakistan Stock Exchange (PSX) opened Tuesday on a bullish note, with the KSE-100 Index climbing nearly 950 points during early trade. By 10:05am, the benchmark stood at 156,333.45, up 0.61%, reflecting robust investor confidence. Heavy buying was seen in key sectors including banks, cement,
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The Economic Policy and Business Development (EPBD) think tank strongly criticized the Monetary Policy Committee’ decision to keep the policy rate unchanged at 11 percent, and rated it “poor decision” that imposes the heaviest burden on taxpayers in the region. Chairman of the think tank and former caretaker federal minister,
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Gold prices in Pakistan and the international market held steady on Sunday, showing no change from Saturday’s closing rates. According to the All Pakistan Sarafa Gems and Jewellers Association (APSGJA), the price of 24-karat gold per tola remained unchanged at Rs386,300, while the price for 10 grams
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The Rs25,000 prize bond draw for September 2025 has been officially announced, with thousands of Pakistanis eagerly checking if their numbers made the list. The draw took place on 16 September 2025, and the results are now public. The Rs25,000 bond is a non-interest-bearing security issued
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The Pakistan Stock Exchange (PSX) saw a strong rebound on Monday morning as investors resumed buying after days of profit-taking. The benchmark KSE-100 Index gained over 950 points during early trading, rising to 155,389.90 at 10:05 am. The rally was broad-based, with significant buying
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The Economic Policy and Business Development (EPBD), economic think tank, has recommended an immediate reduction in the policy interest rate from the current 11 percent to 9 percent in order to support post-flood recovery of the agriculture and industrial sectors. The think tank said Pakistan’s agriculture sector had
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The Pakistan Stock Exchange (PSX) witnessed heavy selling pressure on Friday, with the benchmark KSE-100 Index losing nearly 1,100 points in early trade. At 10:10am, the index stood at 155,048.51, down 1,092.73 points or 0.7%. Losses were led by major sectors including
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Pakistan’s vehicle market showed contrasting trends in August 2025, with car sales recording significant gains while tractor sales fell sharply. According to the Pakistan Automotive Manufacturers Association (PAMA), car sales, including light commercial vehicles, vans, and jeeps, rose 62% year-on-year to 14,050 units compared to 8,
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The government is preparing to launch a comprehensive Tractor Policy as part of its broader plan to stimulate industrial growth and modernize agriculture. The policy, under final review, is expected to address regulatory duties, improve exports, and provide structural support to the tractor industry, which remains vital to Pakistan’s