Oil Shock from Iran Conflict Sends Global Markets Into Turmoil
Rising oil and LNG prices triggered by the Iran conflict are disrupting global markets, weakening currencies, and forcing governments to adopt emergency economic measures worldwide.
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Global Urea Prices Surge to $750 as Middle East Tensions Disrupt Supply Chains
Escalating geopolitical conflict and gas export disruptions in the Gulf have sent international fertilizer prices soaring, highlighting the critical role of Pakistan’s domestic production.
World Bank’s $200m KP Rural Investment Project Gains Momentum in Merged Districts
A World Bank-backed $200 million initiative in KP’s newly merged districts shows early success, benefiting 7,000 people and 61,000 farmers with climate-resilient services.
Pakistan Digital Payments Hit 92 Percent Share as Cashless Economy Accelerates
State Bank of Pakistan’s latest report reveals a massive shift toward digital channels, with retail transactions reaching PKR 167 trillion and Raast leading the growth.
FBR Proposes Strict Amendments to Export Facilitation Scheme Through New Customs Rules
The Federal Board of Revenue has drafted new SRO 520(I)/2026 regulations to tighten the Export Facilitation Scheme, mandating stricter reconciliation and IOCO approvals.
Pakistan Banking Spread Narrows as Lending Rates Drop Sharply in February 2026
SBP data reveals a decline in weighted average lending rates to 11.02 percent and a slight rise in deposit returns, leading to a narrowed banking spread of 5.98 percent.
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SBP Appoints Ghulam Muhammad as Executive Director of Islamic Finance Group
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CDNS Mobilizes Rs1 Trillion Inflows as National Savings Near Annual Target
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