As geopolitical tensions escalate in the Middle East, particularly with renewed hostilities between Israel and Iran, Pakistan’s Finance Minister Muhammad Aurangzeb has reassured that the country is well-prepared to handle any economic fallout that may arise from regional instability.
Read moreIn a significant fiscal move, the Punjab government on Monday unveiled a tax-free budget worth Rs5.335 trillion for the financial year 2025–26. The announcement was made by Punjab Finance Minister Mujtaba Shuja-ur-Rehman during the provincial assembly session, just a
Read morePakistan’s federal government may fall short of its revised petroleum levy (PL) target of Rs 1,161 billion for FY 2024–25, primarily due to the escalating oil prices driven by geopolitical tensions — notably, Israel’s recent strikes on Iran. On
Read morePakistan’s central bank is widely expected to maintain its benchmark interest rate at 12% when it meets on Monday, according to a Reuters poll geo.tv+15reuters.com+15dailytimes.com.pk+15. The rebound in oil prices following Israel’s strike on Iran has prompted analysts to
Read moreIn June 2025, Finance Minister Muhammad Aurangzeb tabled Pakistan’s Rs17.57 trillion (~$62 billion) federal budget, marking a notable 7% reduction in overall spending from the previous fiscal year apnews.com+12reuters.com+12arabnews.com+12. Though the budget reflects austerity, it simultaneously ramps up defence spending, signaling complex
Read moreThe telecom sector has urged the government to reduce the sales tax on telecom services from 19.5% to 16% in the upcoming budget, aligning rates nationwide. It also called for the abolishment of advance income tax on license auctions
Read moreOn June 4, 2025, the Pakistani rupee experienced a slight depreciation against the US dollar, closing at PKR 282.22 in the inter-bank market—a decrease of Re0.10 or 0.03% from the previous day's rate of PKR 282.12 . This marginal
Read moreOmer Aftab stands as a pioneering figure in Pakistan's movement for gender justice, leveraging innovative strategies to challenge entrenched patriarchal norms and promote gender equality. As the founder of the White Ribbon Campaign Pakistan, he has been instrumental in
Read moreIn every thriving economy, the relationship between businessmen and the government plays a crucial role. This dynamic connection is not just about regulations and taxes—it's a partnership that drives growth, innovation, and national development. Understanding this relationship is vital
Read moreIn the fast-paced world of business, one of the most important — and often misunderstood — debates revolves around quality vs quantity. Whether you're managing a product line, producing content, handling customers, or building a team, choosing between delivering
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